The complete guide
The Dubai real estate industry demonstrated its exceptional services and reliability in the face of the region’s record-breaking flood on April 16, 2024. Combined efforts from the Dubai government, real estate developers, and residential management companies ensured that all affected citizens and residents received necessary support at no cost to its people.
Prince Hamdan Approves Initiatives to Mitigate Flood Damage
On April 21, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum approved a series of initiatives and measures to urgently mitigate the impact of the record-breaking rainfall in Dubai.
Notably, Sheikh Hamdan directed the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Real Estate Regulation Authority (RERA) to coordinate with property developers to expedite the restoration of normalcy in all communities managed by the developers.
In particular, all residential management services and real estate developers must offer the following services at no charge:
- Alternative housing for residents affected by the weather
- Distribution of food within affected communities
- Comprehensive pest control services
- Enhanced security
- Assistance with returning to residential properties
- Interior cleaning services
- Monitoring and documenting rain damages for insurance purposes
- Assistance in assessing potential risks to properties
Top Real Estate Developers Extend Support to Residents
Dubai’s top real estate developers started their own initiatives in response to the record-breaking rainfall.