Dubai Municipality has announced a new planning rules for early childhood centres, enabling the construction of a first floor dedicated to administrative and service use with a building coverage ratio of up to 45 per cent.
The initiative forms part of Dubai’s wider effort to enhance its urban planning framework, align with the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040, and support the emirate’s ongoing commitment to quality educational infrastructure designed to serve future generations.
Under the new regulations, centres must allocate one parking space per classroom, one space per 50 square metres of office area, and one dedicated bus space for every three classrooms.
Buildings must also maintain a setback of at least three metres on all sides.
Developed through an extensive planning study conducted in collaboration with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the Knowledge Fund, the new standard responds to the growing demand from investors and operators seeking to optimise land use and expand capacity while keeping costs stable.
Eng. Nasser BuShehab, CEO of the Planning and Governance Sector at Dubai Municipality, said: “The new planning standard for early childhood centres was developed after a thorough study to enhance our services in line with Executive Council Resolution No. (35) of 2020 on regulating early childhood centres in Dubai.
“This initiative reflects Dubai Municipality’s commitment to supporting the early education sector, meeting its growing needs, and providing pioneering educational services.
“It also ensures a modern learning environment for children while enhancing the investment appeal of early education, reducing financial burdens on investors, and aligning with Dubai’s vision to build an integrated and sustainable community in a contemporary educational setting. It further strengthens Dubai’s position as a global city renowned for its quality of life and liveability.”
Eng. Sanaa Al Alili, Director of the Urban Planning Department at Dubai Municipality, said:
“The new planning standard for early childhood centres enhances the quality of educational facilities and aligns with Dubai’s vision to nurture promising future generations.
“By allowing additional floor space, it improves urban flexibility, optimises land use, increases capacity, and enhances service levels without additional fees.
“This complements Dubai Municipality’s objectives to develop a comprehensive urban planning system, meet the growing needs of vital city sectors, and elevate the quality of life.”
Dubai Municipality continues to prioritise integrated urban planning principles that promote sustainability, inclusiveness, and efficiency across the city’s infrastructure.
These initiatives reinforce Dubai’s global leadership in linking urban design with quality of life, educational excellence, and economic development.
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