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  • Abu Dhabi Approves $1.15 Billion Housing Package for Citizens

    Abu Dhabi Approves $1.15 Billion Housing Package for Citizens

    The housing package, approved under the directives of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, includes housing loans amounting to AED2.1 billion for 1,415 citizens, ready-built housing grants valued at AED1.82 billion for 914 citizens, residential land grants worth AED144 million for 185 citizens, and exemptions from housing loan repayments totalling AED142 million for 138 senior citizens, limited-income retirees, and heirs of deceased citizens.

    Abu Dhabi’s disbursement of the first housing package of 2026 comes ahead of Eid Al Fitr and reflects the leadership’s ongoing commitment to enhancing Emirati families’ wellbeing and ensuring their social stability and happiness in an environment that meets their aspirations and needs.

    “We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and to His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, for their continued generous directives, care and commitment to providing citizens with the highest standards of living,” said Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority.

    Al Shorafa added that the leadership’s directives to disburse this housing benefits package reflect their commitment to meeting citizens’ aspirations and housing needs, enhancing their quality of life and ensuring stability and well-being for Emirati families.

    This package brings the total housing benefits delivered to citizens in Abu Dhabi since the establishment of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority to more than 132,000, exceeding AED181 billion.

    Hamad Hareb Al Muhairi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, noted that the new housing benefits package embodies the leadership’s ongoing dedication to ensuring dignified living standards and family stability for Emirati citizens, while serving comprehensive development objectives and underscoring the importance of suitable housing as a cornerstone of a cohesive and prosperous society.

    Al Muhairi further stated that Abu Dhabi Housing Authority continuously works to enhance and develop its programs and services, facilitating citizens’ access to suitable housing, in line with the leadership’s directives and ambitious vision for a prosperous future for citizens.

    The announcement comes as regional authorities continue to prioritize citizen welfare through housing initiatives. Earlier on March 18, Dubai allocated 4,631 residential plots valued at Dh5.3 billion for Emirati citizens across multiple communities. Abu Dhabi’s housing sector has also demonstrated strong momentum, with 75 million square meters of development approved in 2025, marking a 137% year-on-year increase.

  • 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.