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Expats alert: Dubai tightens housing rules, Dh1 million fines for violations

Dubai has enacted a stringent new law to regulate shared housing, imposing hefty fines up to Dh500,000 for violations and Dh1 million for repeat offenders. This move targets overcrowding and unsafe ed-space rentals, aiming to balance affordability with strict safety and quality standards in the booming property market. The regulation mandates permits for all shared accommodations, ensuring compliance and transparency.

12 Mar 2026 3:32 am