Dubai Municipality Launches Smart Platform to Transform Real Estate Investments.

Dubai Municipality has officially launched its innovative Building Intelligence Platform during the prestigious World Governments Summit 2025 (WGS). This groundbreaking digital tool is set to redefine real estate analytics by providing comprehensive and up-to-date data on buildings across the emirate. The initiative aligns seamlessly with Dubai’s vision of becoming a sustainable, technology-driven global hub for urban innovation.

Empowering Investors, Planners, and Developers

The Building Intelligence Platform is a powerful analytical tool designed to support investors, developers, urban planners, and government entities. It offers in-depth data and analytics to enhance transparency and decision-making within the real estate and urban planning sectors. This move strengthens Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33, ensuring informed investments and sustainable urban development.

Key Features of the Platform

• Detailed Building Insights

  • Number of floors

  • Building height

  • Total area & Gross Floor Area (GFA)

  • Multiple usage classifications

• Residential & Commercial Unit Data

  • Number of apartments

  • Unit sizes

  • Overall floor space

• Economic Indicators

  • Rental values & market trends

  • Demographic insights

  • Commercial activity & business density

  • Maintenance costs & base price valuation

Enhancing Dubai’s Global Competitiveness

Dubai Municipality’s Acting Director-General, Marwan bin Ghalita, emphasized the significance of the initiative:

“The Building Intelligence Platform reflects Dubai’s continuous growth and pioneering role in shaping the cities of the future. It complements Dubai’s open data policy, empowering various sectors by providing accessible information to maximize investment opportunities and drive urban sustainability.”

The platform serves as a one-stop solution for investors and stakeholders, reinforcing Dubai’s status as one of the world’s most advanced and sustainable cities. It supports the emirate’s commitment to digital transformation and innovation by integrating AI-driven insights and economic data analytics.

Revolutionizing Smart City Development

According to Mariam Al Muhairi, CEO of the Building Regulation and Permits Agency, this initiative is a major step toward urban innovation and resilience.

“Our focus has been on driving urban innovation and strengthening resilience by integrating forward-looking governance and cutting-edge technologies into the planning process. The Building Intelligence Platform is enhancing the future of smart cities, improving Dubai’s ability to adapt to evolving challenges.”

The Role of the Rental Index & Urban Planning Optimization

One of the platform’s standout features is its Rental Index, which delivers accurate, real-time rental data to aid property investment strategies. Additionally, it provides insights into multi-use building applications, enabling both the private sector and government to optimize urban planning strategies and land use efficiency.

With this technologically advanced initiative, Dubai continues to solidify its reputation as a leader in smart city development, sustainable real estate growth, and data-driven urban transformation.