17 Shared Housing Buildings Operating Without Registration

Municipality issues 24 notices as inspections target unapproved worker accommodation

 Only one shared worker accommodation building is officially registered in the Northern Governorate’s Sixth Constituency, while 17 others have been found operating without approval, according to the Northern Municipality.

The figures were revealed by Northern Municipality Director-General Mohammed Saad Al Sahli in response to a question from representative Abdulla Abdulhameed Ashoor on monitoring shared housing conditions.

The municipality said it maintains a database of buildings used for shared accommodation, with the only registered facility recorded in December 2023.

Officials said regular inspections are carried out based on field checks, public complaints and reports. The municipality also coordinates with relevant authorities to verify rental contract requirements and ensure compliance.

A total of 24 notices have been issued to buildings operating as shared worker accommodation without approval. Seven properties have since corrected their status, while unresolved cases are referred for legal action.

The municipality confirmed it has no authority to cancel rental contracts but continues to inspect properties, issue warnings and refer violations through official channels.

Four inspection campaigns have been conducted, covering 14 unregistered shared accommodation buildings. Electricity and water disconnections are carried out in coordination with relevant authorities, with one property in the constituency having its electricity supply cut.