He approved the projects and files of the second phase of the Dubai Urban Plan

Mohammed bin Rashid: We have a clear vision for all construction, urban and housing sectors in Dubai until 2040

• Mohammed bin Rashid was briefed on the progress of work and what was accomplished in the first phase of the plan.

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, approved the roadmap for the second phase of projects and files to be implemented within the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, which includes 10 main files, the most important of which are the development of urban centers, the Dubai real estate sector strategy, and the urban agriculture plan. And a plan to preserve the urban heritage, and develop the 20-minute city policy, and the comprehensive plan for the pedestrian network. His Highness was also briefed on the progress of work on the projects and files of the first phase of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, which number 17 files.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said: "Today we have a clear vision for all urban, urban and housing sectors in the city until 2040."

His Highness added, "Our goal is for Dubai to be an environmentally friendly city... pedestrian friendly... and friendly to urban agriculture with high productivity."

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum listened to an explanation from the Commissioner-General for the path of infrastructure, urban planning and quality of life, Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Urban Planning in the Emirate of Dubai, Mattar Al Tayer, about the details of the main files for the second phase of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040, which includes developing a plan Integrated development of the five main urban centers (three existing centers and two new centers), to meet the requirements of the urban plan, by providing integrated service centers, and it also includes developing an integrated strategy for the real estate sector in the emirate until 2040, to ensure integration with the requirements of the Dubai Urban Plan 2040 and achieve balance in Supply and demand, by adopting proactive initiatives to deal with opportunities and changes in the real estate market, and achieving sustainable urban development that enhances investor confidence in the real estate market.

Along with His Highness, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President Dubai Aviation Authority, Supreme Chairman of the Emirates Airlines Group, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Council for Border Crossing Security.

The second phase also includes developing a framework plan for urban agriculture with high productivity, identifying suitable sites for it, and providing the necessary infrastructure and facilities for the sector, to participate in achieving food security, as well as developing a plan to preserve the distinctive urban heritage in Dubai and maximize its utilization, with the aim of strengthening the identity of the emirate, Supporting the exploitation of historical areas, monuments and buildings, and enhancing the tourist experience of archaeological sites.

The plan also includes the development of the 20-minute city policy, where more than 80% of the population's needs will be provided in a geographical vicinity that takes 20 minutes or less on foot or by bicycle, through the development of integrated service centers and a focus on raising the quality of life and increasing population density. Within the areas close to the main mass transit stations.

In addition, a plan will be drawn up to develop and utilize the urban spaces in the urban area, such as Al Sakik, and the spaces under bridges and squares, by enhancing the quality of life elements in them to be an outlet for residents and visitors. It also includes the implementation of green corridors by planting and afforestation service corridors in the emirate, to be green corridors and an outlet For residents and visitors, this initiative contributes to increasing the aesthetics of the urban area, reducing the carbon footprint, and strengthening the afforestation strategy, in addition to developing a comprehensive plan for pedestrians and flexible mobility at the emirate level, which focuses on shading and afforestation of corridors in areas with high densities.

The second phase of the urban plan also includes the implementation of Avenue for each residential neighborhood, by defining an area in the residential neighborhoods, and developing it according to the principle of integrated streets with the integration of facilities and services in them according to the needs of the residents there. This initiative contributes to enhancing the quality of life, supporting flexible mobility, and reducing travel time. in the emirate.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also listened to an explanation from Al Tayer about the completed files that will be completed during the current and next year, which amount to 17 files, as the Supreme Committee for Urban Planning, with the support and follow-up of the leadership, completed six files, which are: Housing policy Citizens, as a historical housing budget of 65 billion dirhams was allocated for citizens in the Emirate of Dubai, and the number of beneficiaries of the housing program in Dubai was doubled, as the lands allocated for housing citizens in Dubai were doubled to reach one billion and 700 million square feet, and among the completed files was the launch of the comprehensive plan for the development of Hatta, with the aim of enhancing the elements of quality of life and investment opportunities for the people of Hatta, supporting local tourism, attracting investments, strengthening partnership with the private sector, preserving the heritage and nature of Hatta, and promoting tourism in Hatta.

The completed files included the preparation of the urban planning law to support the sustainability of development and take into account the future directions of the emirate, and also included the development of an integrated planning database, and the preparation of a comprehensive plan for the development of the countryside and wilderness of Dubai, with the aim of preserving its nature and providing all the services, facilities and needs necessary for the residents and visitors of the regions to enhance the quality of life. In addition to providing a distinguished tourist experience as one of the main tourist destinations in the emirate.

The Supreme Committee for Urban Planning will complete five files at the end of this year, the most important of which is preparing a policy for increasing the lengths of public beaches, and developing a quality of life strategy in the Emirate of Dubai.

As for the files that will be completed during the next year, they include preparing a plan for integration between land use and transportation policies, afforestation and gardening policy, a plan to direct development in coastal areas and increase the lengths of beaches, doubling the area of ​​public parks and recreational areas, developing a plan for sustainable mobility, and an environment and sustainability plan.

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"Our goal is for Dubai to be an environment-friendly city... pedestrian-friendly... and urban agriculture with high productivity."

The best city for life

The Dubai Urban Plan 2040, approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in March 2021, aims to make Dubai the best city for life in the world, according to which the structure of the urban area of ​​the Emirate of Dubai was modernized, and development focused around Five major urban centers, including existing urban centers:A historical and cultural center in the Deira and Bur Dubai regions, including museums, traditional and popular markets, and historical residential areas associated with the memory of the residents and visitors of the Emirate of Dubai. The global economic and commercial center includes the Dubai International Financial Center, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, and the city center, and serves various activities. Economic and financial, while the tourism and entertainment center includes the Marina and Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and serves various economic and tourism activities. The knowledge and technical economy sector and attracting talented and innovative people.

6 levels of urbanization

The Dubai Urban Plan 2040 identified six levels of urbanization that follow a tiered structure of urban centers of multiple uses and densities that perform a special function and role for population and functional communities within the scope of their service powers.

Based on these six levels, the level of infrastructure for the roads and transportation system, energy and government services such as hospitals, schools, service centers, etc. is determined, as well as service and entertainment facilities to provide integrated service centers in all regions of Dubai while expanding the use of flexible and sustainable means of transportation.

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■ A comprehensive plan for the pedestrian network at the level of the Emirate of Dubai. The aim is for Dubai to be a pedestrian-friendly city.

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