The government continues to take effective steps to address the old rent crisis, which has directly impacted vulnerable social groups such as widows, divorced women, and low-income families. This comes through the Alternative Housing Units Program, planned for implementation by 2025.
The initiative aims to protect affected tenants from homelessness after the end of rental contracts, ensuring access to safe, decent housing that enhances social stability and reflects fairness in the distribution of housing support.
Beneficiary Groups of the Program
The state has set precise criteria to prioritize eligibility, covering the following categories:
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Widows who have lost their breadwinner and lack stable income.
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Divorced women facing difficulty in securing housing after separation.
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Low-income families affected by the old rent system.
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Humanitarian cases verified through official reports by concerned authorities.
Steps to Obtain an Alternative Unit
To simplify the process and speed up housing allocation, the government has introduced streamlined procedures that include:
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Visiting the local housing office and submitting an official request for an alternative unit.
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Providing the required documents, such as national ID card, divorce certificate or death certificate, old rental contract, and proof of residence.
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Registering applicant data in the Ministry of Housing database to ensure fairness and transparency in allocation.
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Reviewing applications by a specialized committee to verify eligibility criteria.
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Informing qualified applicants of the date and location to receive their allocated unit.
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Offering flexible rent installment options based on income level, under the supervision of the Social Housing Support Fund.
Specifications and Advantages of the Units
The alternative units are designed to meet the needs of beneficiaries while reinforcing the goals of social justice. Key features include:
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Low rental value suited to the financial capacity of beneficiaries.
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Essential facilities such as electricity, water, and gas.
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Strategic locations close to schools and healthcare centers to ease daily living.
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Priority allocation for highly vulnerable groups, particularly widows and divorced women.
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Possibility of combining housing support with social protection programs such as Takaful and Karama.
Through these well-structured measures, the government affirms its commitment to managing the old rent file with fairness and humanity, while offering innovative housing solutions that guarantee the most vulnerable groups a genuine chance at dignified living and long-term social stability.
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