The Ministry of Construction, Housing and Infrastructure has reported that over 1,600 applications have been submitted so far under the Government’s Housing for All Policy, which includes the allocation of flats and land plots.

According to figures shared by the Ministry, a total of 1,616 applications have been received under the programme. Of these, 1,160 applications are for flats, while 456 applications have been submitted for land plots. The Ministry also noted that 7,605 applicants have initiated the application process at the draft stage.

Applications for the scheme were opened on 18 January with applications for land plots to remain open until 4 March, while applications for flats open until 17 April.

Under the scheme, 15,000 land plots are to be allocated, including 10,000 plots for Malé residents, 500 plots have been reserved for individuals without inherited property, while 3,000 plots have been allocated for residents from other islands who have lived in Malé City for at least 15 years. A further 1,500 plots have been set aside for individuals willing to relinquish homes located on narrow streets that present challenges in securing housing loans for construction.

In addition, the Government plans to allocate 7,900 flats, 4,000 have been earmarked for residents of Malé City, 1,500 for long-term residents from other islands, and 2,400 for applicants under special priority categories.

Incorporating public feedback, the Government revised the eligibility rules to allow recipients of one-bedroom and two-bedroom flats under previous housing schemes to apply for three-bedroom flats, subject to specific conditions based on family size and the number of children.

The housing scheme is part of the Government’s efforts to address housing needs and expand access to affordable housing across the Greater Malé Region.