Dubai's real estate market continues to develop rapidly. It was issued in the first quarter of 2026 10,776 building permits, which confirms the high demand for new projects and the steady interest of investors.

Growth in construction volumes

The total area of new projects has reached 3.9 million square meters, increasing by 48% compared to last year.

This indicates:

• active development of new residential areas;
• expansion of commercial real estate;
• growth in infrastructure projects.

What's going on in the market

Key indicators confirm the acceleration of construction:

• plus 824,000 cubic meters of concrete delivered to sites;
• from above 10,800 inspections carried out;
• plus 3,100 projects completed.

This indicates the high activity of developers and the acceleration of the commissioning of new facilities.

Why this is important for investors

The increase in the number of permits means:

• increasing supply on the market;
• expanding opportunities for investing in off-plan projects;
• increased competition between developers;
• increasing the quality of projects.

The impact on the real estate market

Active construction supports overall market growth and creates new points of attraction for customers.

The main effects are:

• development of new areas;
• increasing the liquidity of real estate;
• price stabilization due to a balanced supply;
• strengthening the city's infrastructure.

Long term strategy

The growth in construction activity is in line with Dubai's strategic plans:

• city development until 2040;
• population increase;
• creating a sustainable urban environment;
• introduction of smart technologies.

The result

More than 10,700 building permits per quarter are a strong signal that Dubai's real estate market continues to grow. For investors, this means new opportunities and an expanded choice of properties.