Dubai Municipality Guide to the Technical Specifications and Requirements for Shared Accommodation

Table of Contents

1. Introduction … 4 1.1 The purpose of this guide … 4 1.2 Main objectives ... 4 1.3 Legal framework … 4
2. Definitions and terminology … 4
3. Permitted areas and types of shared accommodation … 4 3.1 Areas where shared accommodation is permitted … 4 3.2 Types of shared accommodation … 5 3.3 Types of property ... 5
4. Planning and building requirements … 5 4.1 Requirements for residential units and service rooms … 5 4.2 Requirements for communal facilities and services in shared accommodation … 5 4.3 Parking requirements … 6 4.4 Requirements for cycle parking facilities … 6
5. Technical requirements … 6
6. Fees and administrative requirements … 7

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose of the Guide

This technical guide aims to provide a comprehensive and clear framework for the planning and construction requirements relating to co-housing projects in the Emirate of Dubai, in accordance with the provisions of Law No. (4) of 2026 on the regulation of the occupation and management of shared accommodation, thereby ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety are met and the rights of occupan...