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  • Dubai Allocates 4,631 Residential Plots Worth Dh5.3 Billion for Citizens

    Dubai Allocates 4,631 Residential Plots Worth Dh5.3 Billion for Citizens

    The new housing package spans over 71 million square feet across three strategic locations in Dubai, forming part of the emirate’s broader citizen housing initiative designed to create integrated residential communities with advanced infrastructure and high quality of life standards.

    Allocations will be conducted through the Emirati platform on the DubaiNow app in the coming week, according to Dubai Media Office.

    “Today we approved the allocation of 4,631 residential plots valued at Dh5.3 billion, spanning an area of over 71 million square feet in Al Eyas, Latifa City and Mushrif areas. Our vision is consistent: Dubai’s true capital is its people and their families. The UAE citizen will always remain at the top of our priorities,” Sheikh Mohammed said.

    The Dubai Ruler emphasized that providing suitable housing for every Emirati family is central to Dubai’s development strategy, describing the initiative as part of broader urban development projects aimed at building integrated and vibrant communities.

    Sheikh Mohammed added that Dubai’s goal is to become the world’s best city for family life by offering a leading urban ecosystem that combines an integrated social environment and advanced housing supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure and services.

    Comprehensive Infrastructure for Future Communities

    The new residential plots are designed according to future urban planning standards, integrating green and open spaces to promote safe, healthy, and socially connected living. The planned communities will offer easy access to service centres providing top-tier amenities, supported by sustainable infrastructure that aligns with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.

    Eng Marwan bin Ghalita praised Sheikh Mohammed’s initiative, saying it “supports Dubai’s sustainable urban development and reflects Sheikh Mohammed’s commitment to the welfare of citizens.”

    Dubai Municipality is committed to carrying out Sheikh Mohammed’s directives by creating an urban planning model for future-ready residential communities supported by sustainable infrastructure and integrated services, Eng Marwan noted.

    Allocation Details Across Three Communities

    The Al Eyas area will receive 2,540 plots covering 39 million square feet. The community will feature advanced infrastructure, mosques, a neighbourhood Majlis, retail centres, a school, and an early childhood centre. Parks, recreational facilities, and a green path with cycling tracks will connect all neighbourhoods.

    Latifa City will receive 1,761 plots across 28 million square feet. Planned amenities include mosques, parks, retail centres, a school, an early childhood centre, a community neighbourhood Majlis, and a Quran memorisation centre, along with a dedicated green path.

    The Mushrif area is allocated 330 plots covering 4 million square feet, with planned amenities including two mosques, a family park, a retail centre, and supporting infrastructure.

    Dubai’s Vision for Family-Centric Urban Development

    Dubai Municipality is committed to advancing sustainable urban planning and cutting-edge construction to create integrated neighbourhoods. By leveraging the latest technologies, the municipality aims to enhance the quality of life for all residents while preserving the city’s aesthetics.

    The initiative reflects Dubai’s ambition to remain a premier global destination while providing Emirati citizens with modern, safe, and community-focused living spaces. The new housing package reinforces Dubai’s position as a city that nurtures families and supports their wellbeing through comprehensive urban development that prioritizes people-centric design.

    The residential allocation comes as Dubai’s property market continues to demonstrate robust activity, with the emirate’s real estate sector maintaining strong transaction volumes and investor confidence across all segments.

  • Dubai Issues New Law to Regulate Shared Housing with Fines up to Dh1 Million

    Dubai Issues New Law to Regulate Shared Housing with Fines up to Dh1 Million

    Dubai has introduced comprehensive legislation to regulate shared housing and establish clear standards for property owners, tenants, and management companies operating such units across the emirate.

    The new law governs how shared housing is managed and occupied throughout Dubai, applying to private development zones and free zones. It covers property owners who allocate units for shared housing, tenants living in those units, and companies licensed to lease and manage real estate on behalf of owners. Housing used for collective labour accommodation is not included under the law.

    Key Objectives

    The regulation aims to protect the rights of property owners and residents, ensure safe and healthy living conditions, prevent overcrowding and informal housing arrangements, address building and land-use violations, promote fair rental practices, and support stability in Dubai’s real estate market.

    Dubai Municipality will oversee shared housing across the emirate, setting policies and strategic plans, determining maximum occupancy levels, defining minimum space requirements per resident, specifying required shared facilities, and designating areas where shared housing is allowed based on urban planning factors such as population density, infrastructure capacity, and neighbourhood character.

    Digital Platform and Registry

    Dubai Municipality will operate a unified digital platform to process permits, store records, and allow authorities to access related data. Dubai Land Department will maintain an electronic registry for shared housing units linked to the municipality’s digital system, updating records when changes occur and setting required details for lease and management contracts.

    Contracts must include information such as landlord details, the number of residents, unit specifications, and space allocated per resident. The authority will also create and update a rent indicator for shared housing based on unit specifications.

    Permit Requirements

    Under the law, no person or company may designate a property as shared housing without a permit. Permits will be issued by Dubai Municipality based on rules set by its Director General in coordination with the Dubai Land Department and other authorities.

    Units must meet technical standards covering maximum occupancy limits, minimum space per resident, required shared facilities, and building and structural standards. Permits will remain valid for one year and can be renewed for similar periods, with owners also able to request a two-year permit. Renewal applications must be submitted at least 30 days before the permit expires.

    Leasing and Technical Standards

    Only property owners or authorised companies may lease shared housing units. Tenants are not allowed to sublease any part of the unit. Units can be leased directly by the property owner, through a company managing the unit for the owner, or through a company leasing the unit from the owner and subleasing it to residents.

    All properties must comply with safety and technical standards covering health, fire safety, sanitation, security, and electrical systems.

    Enforcement and Penalties

    Violations of the law can result in fines ranging from Dh500 to Dh500,000. Repeat violations within one year can lead to doubled fines, up to Dh1 million. The Dubai Land Department may also impose additional measures, including suspending activity for up to six months, cancelling permits, revoking commercial licences, disconnecting public services until violations are fixed, and ordering eviction from units that fail to meet permit rules.

    Dubai Rental Disputes Center will handle all disputes related to the law, resolving cases involving the rights and obligations of owners, tenants, and management companies according to its established procedures.

    Compliance Timeline

    Property owners and companies operating shared housing before the law takes effect must bring their units and operations into compliance within one year. The Director General of Dubai Municipality may grant a one-time extension if needed. The law will come into force 180 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.

    The new regulation follows Dubai’s recent building safety law, demonstrating the emirate’s commitment to establishing comprehensive quality and safety frameworks across its property sector as the market continues to record strong transaction volumes.

  • Dubai Issues New Building Safety Law with Mandatory Certificates

    Dubai Issues New Building Safety Law with Mandatory Certificates

    The new legislation applies universally across Dubai, covering structures in private development zones and free zones such as the Dubai International Financial Centre, regardless of construction date. Officials describe the measure as part of Dubai’s commitment to maintaining high construction standards and protecting residents, tenants, and investors.

    Mandatory Quality and Safety Certificates

    Under the law, all buildings must obtain a Quality and Safety Certificate following comprehensive inspection by a licensed engineering office. The certificate validity depends on building age: 10 years for structures under 40 years old, and five years for those aged 40 years or older.

    Dubai Municipality will lead implementation through a digital system managing safety requirements, maintaining a unified building database, and conducting regular inspections. The authority will establish sustainability standards, monitor maintenance practices, and regulate building materials across the emirate.

    Owner Obligations and Enforcement

    Building owners bear significant responsibility under the legislation. Owners of buildings less than 20 years old must perform regular maintenance and address any structural defects or safety risks. They must allow authority inspections and ensure repair work proceeds when required, even after certification.

    The law introduces strict penalties for non-compliance. Violators face fines between Dh100 and Dh1 million, with repeat violations within two years potentially incurring doubled penalties up to Dh2 million. Administrative measures may include suspended building permits, halted property transactions, or suspended lease certifications until violations are resolved.

    Tenant Protections and Compliance Timeline

    Buildings approved for demolition must follow tenant eviction rules under Law No. 26 of 2007. Displaced tenants receive priority to return after reconstruction at their original rental rates unless alternative terms are agreed.

    Building owners, contractors, and engineering offices have one year from the law’s effective date to comply. The chairman of Dubai’s Executive Council may extend this deadline if necessary. The law takes effect 60 days after publication in the Official Gazette.

    The legislation arrives as Dubai’s property market recorded Dh60.6 billion in February 2026 transactions, reinforcing the emirate’s focus on quality standards amid continued market expansion.

  • Wasl Group Plans to Double Affordable Housing Portfolio by 2031

    Wasl Group Plans to Double Affordable Housing Portfolio by 2031

    Wasl Group currently manages one of Dubai’s largest affordable housing portfolios, comprising approximately 45,000 residential units across the emirate. These communities accommodate nearly 180,000 residents, over 90% of whom are families, positioning Wasl as a central player in supporting stable, community-driven living.

    The expansion plan follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2025 with the Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Municipality. The coordinated effort will span a total planned area of 1.46 million square metres, with delivery phased over multiple stages to ensure infrastructure readiness and long-term community viability.

    Wasl’s current developments include Wasl Village in Al Qusais, which comprises about 6,200 residential units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, and Wasl Green Park, offering around 2,527 units set within landscaped surroundings. Both projects exemplify the integration of affordability with quality urban living standards.

    The initiative directly supports the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which calls for a balanced housing ecosystem encompassing luxury, mid-income, and affordable segments. In August 2025, Dubai’s population crossed 4 million, with nearly 567 new residents settling in the emirate daily.

    The programme additionally advances the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, supporting workforce stability and economic productivity by diversifying housing supply amid the city’s rapidly growing population. With property market momentum continuing into 2026, the focus on affordable housing addresses a critical segment of market demand.

    Wasl’s developments are designed around connectivity, community infrastructure, greenery, and access to premium amenities, reflecting a commitment that quality living should be accessible across all income levels. The phased delivery approach aims to ensure infrastructure readiness and sustainable community development as the emirate’s residential market evolves.