Dubai Ruler issues law on allocating government land to public entities
Dubai's Ruler has issued a law on allocating government lands to public entities in the emirate.
The law ensures the rationalisation of the use of government lands and their allocation according to clear standards that ensure optimal utilisation.
These measures are consistent with the objectives of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040.
The law aims at dealing with lands and their governance in a manner consistent with the actual needs, future plans, and strategic directions of the emirate.
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Dubai Ruler issues law on allocating government land to public entities
Dubai's Ruler has issued a law on allocating government lands to public entities in the emirate. The law ensures the rationalisation of the use of government lands and their allocation according to clear standards that ensure optimal utilisation. These measures are consistent with the objectives of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040. The law aims at dealing with lands and their governance in a manner consistent with the actual needs, future plans, and strategic directions of the emirate.
