Dubai’s 5 Urban Centres Plan in 2040

The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the seventh such plan since 1960, emphasizes well-being, prosperity, and sustainable growth for the city’s future. From a modest population of 40,000 in 1960, Dubai has grown exponentially to 3.3 million by 2020, with its urban area expanding 170-fold since then.

This 2040 Urban Master Plan envisions the Emirate’s population nearly doubling to serve as a home for 5.8 million people by 2040. To serve this growing population the Master Plan looks to double green and recreational spaces, allocating 60% of Dubai’s area to nature reserves, and establishing green corridors to enhance connectivity. It aims to expand the land designated for education and healthcare by 25%, the land covered by hotels and tourist activities by 134%, and public beach areas by 400%.