dubai bans families individuals shared housing units

Authorities gave building owners 12 months to comply with the updated shared housing regulations.

Officials approved 44 areas across the emirate for shared housing buildings and villas.

The regulations apply to families, individuals, landlords, and shared accommodation, affecting foreign residents living in shared units.

Separately, Dubai announced updates to its addressing system with new signs, colors, and QR codes.

Expatriates and landlords in Dubai have 12 months to separate families and individuals residing in shared housing units.