Dubai has approved a series of urban development projects aimed at supporting its goal of becoming a “20-minute city,” where residents can access most of their daily needs within 20 minutes using public transport, cycling, or walking.
According to a Gulf News report, the Supreme Committee for Urban Planning recently approved the Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) plan, which focuses on maximizing land use around Dubai Metro stations and reducing dependence on private vehicles by promoting sustainable transport.
Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the committee, said these initiatives align with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan and the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to make Dubai the best city in the world to live in.
As part of the plan, Dubai will push forward projects in five key urban centers to boost business growth, create jobs, and improve housing and essential services. This includes the Saih Al-Salam corridor project, which will add five new service and recreational stations in rural areas through partnerships with the private sector.
The meeting also highlighted progress on major developments like the “Dubai Walk,” a network of over 6,500km of pedestrian paths across 160 areas, and key projects such as the Al Ras Loop and Future Loop, designed to enhance walkability and connectivity across the city.
Additionally, Dubai will trial the “Super Block” concept to create car-free, pedestrian-friendly communities in areas like Al Fahidi, Al Karama, and Al Quoz Creative Zone.
These projects are part of Dubai’s broader economic strategy, supporting the D33 agenda, which aims to double the city’s economy and rank it among the world’s top three urban economies by 2033.
