Ajman launches pilot to regulate bachelor and shared housing

Ajman's Municipality and Planning Department has initiated a pilot program to regulate bachelor and shared housing across the emirate. This new framework aims to classify buildings, establish a system for regulating residential use, and improve the efficient use of properties while enhancing safety and organization in residential areas. The pilot phase will be carried out in five priority areas: Al Nuaimiya, Al Rashidiya, Al Nakheel, Liwara, and Al Rumaila.

The department announced the initiative during a workshop for property companies operating in Ajman. Mohammed Abdulwahab Mustafa, Director of the Municipal Control and Inspection Department, explained that the policy addresses challenges associated with bachelor and shared accommodation by providing clear regulatory frameworks that balance community needs with urban planning requirements.

The framework establishes a defined methodology for classifying buildings and regulating residential use, aiming to improve compliance and support Ajman's efforts to create an organized and safe urban environment.

Key challenges related to bachelor accommodation were discussed during the workshop, along with the regulatory measures developed to address them. The pilot will be assessed based on its implementation results and the requirements of subsequent phases. Property owners and relevant companies were briefed on the application process for the new rules, which can be accessed through a dedicated online link.

This initiative follows Dubai's recent shared housing law, which imposes fines of up to Dh1 million for repeat violations.