Housing Minister: New Housing Regulations Simplify Building Expansion

TDT | Manama

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Report by Mohammed Darwish

Housing Minister Amna Al Rumaihi has explained that the new decision, which introduces regulatory changes for housing projects along with a new guide, is intended to streamline the expansion of building areas for housing units and residential plots.

This guide aims to clarify the rules, improve access to home extensions, resolve ongoing building issues, and ensure alignment with the Ministry of Housing’s guidelines.

Decision No. 899 of 2024, which followed the Cabinet’s approval of a draft amendment to the regulations for development in housing project areas, addresses rules for both apartment zones and undeveloped residential areas. This initiative is part of a wider legal framework reflecting the joint efforts of the legislative and executive branches.

The update follows a detailed review of cases submitted to the ministry, feedback from citizens through the national proposal and complaints system “Tawasul,” and consultations with MPs and municipal councils.

Minister Al Rumaihi pointed out that these changes are consistent with existing building regulations and complement recent development decisions in Bahrain. They build on the 2018 regulations and incorporate input from various government bodies and local councils.