16 September 20261609 ShareHousing|GovernmentAbu Dhabi property owners and operators were given until 16 September to apply for or renew occupancy certificates through the municipal e-permitting system. The requirement is intended to confirm that buildings meet safety and occupancy standards, making it relevant to landlords, tenants and residents concerned about building conditions.
8 September 20260809 ShareHousingDubai shared-housing rules set permitted areas, occupancy standards and a compliance period for existing properties. At least five square metres of bedroom space per occupant is required, alongside bathroom and family-privacy standards. Being in an approved area does not automatically make a property legal.
2 August 20260208 ShareHousingDubai launched Al Freej Gardener to connect residents with licensed gardening and landscaping providers through the Careem app. The service is intended to make home-garden maintenance, irrigation work and related services easier to book and safer to verify.
21 July 20262107 ShareGovernment|HousingThe Federal Tax Authority approved AED353.5 million in VAT refunds for about 4,000 UAE nationals building new homes during the first half of 2026. The refund programme supports eligible construction-related costs.