Dubai Municipality reports 36% surge in construction field inspections in H1 2025

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has reported major progress in regulating and monitoring construction activities during the first half of 2025, carrying out more than 25,000 field inspections — a 36% increase compared to the same period last year.

The inspections covered over 18,800 buildings under construction, with a combined built-up area exceeding 36 million square metres. This represents an 11% rise from 2024 and reflects the steady expansion of new projects across the emirate.

These achievements underscore Dubai Municipality’s comprehensive regulatory approach, which prioritises safety, quality, and sustainability at every stage of construction.

The strategy supports Dubai’s vision of becoming the world’s smartest and most sustainable city in the construction sector while enhancing its status as an investment-friendly hub with world-class infrastructure and streamlined regulations.

During the first six months of 2025, compliance rates reached 96, demonstrating the Municipality’s commitment to safeguarding building standards and promoting sustainable urban planning.

The period also saw the issuance of 1,669 building completion certificates — a 30% increase from last year — including 1,484 villas, 74 multi-storey buildings, and 60 industrial facilities, adding nearly 2 million square metres of residential, commercial, and industrial space to Dubai.

Visionary leadership in construction

Eng. Maryam Al Muhairi, CEO of the Buildings Regulation and Permits Agency at Dubai Municipality, said: “Precise engineering oversight is essential to regulating the sector and raising its standards. We are committed to creating a safe and sustainable construction environment, applying the highest quality and safety standards at all stages, enhancing residents’ quality of life, and strengthening Dubai’s position as a leading hub in construction.”

She added: “Dubai is more than a rapidly developing city — it is a global model for future urban development. Our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence remains unwavering.”

Driving sustainability and innovation

The Municipality also oversaw the use of over 1.5 million cubic metres of green concrete, ensuring adherence to environmental requirements. Additionally, 16.4 million cubic metres of soil were recycled and transported — enough to fill around 6,500 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

In the same period, 4,222 permits were issued for sand transport and supply, while more than 1,126 free sand requests were approved to support Emirati citizens building private villas.

These initiatives form part of Dubai’s wider vision to create an innovative, sustainable construction sector — streamlining processes, enhancing governance, and reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global destination for construction investment.