Shuwaib National Housing Project floor-area limit raised to 900 sq m
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and Abu Dhabi Housing Authority have increased the maximum gross floor area permitted for construction within the Shuwaib National Housing Project to 900 square metres.
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The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and Abu Dhabi Housing Authority have increased the maximum gross floor area permitted for construction within the Shuwaib National Housing Project to 900 square metres. The move is intended to address the evolving needs of Emirati households in line with the Year of Family's objectives. The decision provides beneficiary families with additional options to design and expand their homes according to present and future needs, while remaining compliant with applicable planning regulations, including privacy measures, and preserving the area's overall urban identity.
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Source: WAM — official 2 Aug 2026 Read the original ↗ More from WAM →
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WAM (UAE).
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2 Aug 2026.
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Read the original at WAM: https://www.wam.ae/en/article/c1j5gm6-dmt-abu-dhabi-housing-authority-increase-building
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