Dubai Municipality, in collaboration with the Community Development Authority, has announced the awarding of a contract for the construction of five new community neighbourhood councils in the areas of Nad Al Sheba II, Al Awir II, Al Barsha South I, Al Warqa II, and Hatta.
This project supports the goals of the ‘Year of Community’, declared for 2025, which aims to strengthen family and societal bonds, and is aligned with the objectives of the Dubai Social Agenda 33, which seeks to enhance the well-being of Emirati families, reinforce national identity and values, and ensure a cohesive and inclusive social environment.
Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director-General of the Community Development Authority, affirmed that neighbourhood councils serve as living examples of social cohesion in Dubai.
"These spaces bring community members together in environments that support dialogue, preserve heritage, and reflect the UAE’s cultural identity," she stated.
"As part of our role in supervising neighbourhood councils, we are committed to evolving these facilities in line with the needs of residents, ensuring they contribute to national identity and foster meaningful engagement through a variety of activities and events," observed Hessa.
She said establishing new councils represents a pivotal step in enhancing social services across residential areas.
"This expansion supports the leadership’s vision of building a more connected and empowered society. These projects respond to population growth and urban development while ensuring that high-quality services reach every neighbourhood, in accordance with the highest standards," she added.
The five councils will follow a unified architectural design reflecting modern aesthetics while respecting Emirati heritage.
The Hatta council will be adapted to suit the area’s unique heritage and urban standards, ensuring that it complements the natural and historical environment of the region.
Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Acting Director-General of Dubai Municipality, said these councils are essential to keeping pace with the evolving needs of citizens and providing facilities that ensure a decent, happy, and stable life for all.
"They offer spaces that strengthen community cohesion, encourage younger generations to uphold Emirati traditions, and create inclusive platforms for dialogue, consultation, and engagement," he noted.
Each council will cover approximately 1,256 sq m, within a total development area of 6,280 sq m and will include a divisible multi-use hall, a majlis for daily use, separate prayer halls for men and women, a reception area, staff offices, storage spaces, preparatory kitchens, and toilet facilities.
According to him, construction of the Al Barsha South I, Al Warqa II, Nad Al Sheba II, and Al Awir II councils is expected to be completed by Q4, while Hatta’s council is set for handover in Q2 2026.-TradeArabia News Service
