Abu Dhabi CP approves AED6.75 B housing package for citizens

March 28, 2025 / 8:43 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has approved a housing benefits package worth AED6.75 billion, benefiting 4,356 Emirati citizens across the emirate.

Breakdown of the housing package

The approved housing benefits package includes housing loans amounting to AED5.08 billion benefiting 3,172 citizens, land grants and ready-built houses valued at AED1.585 billion benefiting 1,100 citizens, as well as exemptions from housing loan repayments totalling more than AED94.8 million benefiting 84 senior citizens, limited-income retirees, and beneficiaries of deceased citizens.

Total housing benefits in Abu Dhabi

This package brings the total housing benefits delivered to citizens in Abu Dhabi since the establishment of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority to over 123,000, amounting to approximately AED168.85 billion.

A commitment to social stability

The disbursement of this first housing package of 2025 comes ahead of Eid Al Fitr and reflects the leadership’s ongoing commitment to comprehensive development, enhancing Emirati families’ well-being, and ensuring their social stability and happiness in an environment that meets their aspirations, encourages their participation, and empowers their contributions to building the nation.

Praise for leadership’s dedication

Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, expressed sincere gratitude to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed for their continued commitment to providing citizens with the highest standards of living.

Ensuring family stability and welfare

Hamad Hareb Al Muhairi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Housing Authority, emphasized that this housing benefits package aligns with comprehensive development and the Year of Community initiative goals. These efforts promote social cohesion and underline the importance of adequate housing in building a stable and prosperous society.