ADREC Settlement Dispute Centre Achieves 83% Success Rate

The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre's (ADREC) Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre has achieved an 83% success rate in resolving disputes in Q3 2024. The Centre successfully completed 808 out of 969 cases, with 26% ending in reconciliation.

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Who should read this

Real estate investors and developers in Abu Dhabi should immediately review this update.

Directly affected

real estate developersinvestorslandlordstenants

Key facts

83% success rate in resolving disputes
808 cases successfully completed out of 969
26% of cases ended in reconciliation
AED 526 million total reconciled value
1,934 dispute resolution sessions conducted in Q3

What this means for you

The high success rate of the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre indicates a positive trend in resolving disputes in the real estate sector, promoting stability and confidence among investors.

Directly affected: real estate developers, investors, landlords, tenants

Action items

Review the latest report on the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre's progress
Consider alternative dispute resolution methods for real estate disputes
Ensure compliance with ADREC's regulations and guidelines

Litigation impact

The high success rate of the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre may reduce the number of disputes being referred to the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, promoting efficient and amicable resolutions.

Source

ADREC — Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre
https://adrec.gov.ae/en/news/newsitem1-adrec-settlement-dispute-centre-continues-to-deliver-strong-results-in-q3-2024
Original-source date: — · Captured: 2026-05-26T10:22+00:00Z

Verified against ADREC — Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre · 26 May 2026

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The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), the custodian and regulator of Abu Dhabi&#x27;s real estate sector, has announced significant progress at the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre in the third quarter of 2024. The Centre achieved an impressive 83% success rate in resolving disputes. Of the 969 cases filed, 808 were successfully completed, with 26% of these disputes concluding in reconciliation. The latest report for the third quarter demonstrates the Centre&#x27;s commitment to swift resolutions and fostering collaboration and trust within the real estate sector. A key achievement this quarter was the reconciliation of 210 disputes, with the total reconciled value surpassing AED 526 million. By promoting amicable settlements, the Centre is ensuring the financial stability of Abu Dhabi&#x27;s real estate market, preventing prolonged unresolved disputes from impacting confidence in the sector.

This update is generated from a public regulator publication and reviewed under the firm's automated editorial quality gate. General information only — it does not constitute legal advice. For advice on a specific matter, please contact us. Last updated: 26 May 2026.

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What does “ADREC Settlement Dispute Centre Achieves 83% Success Rate” change?

The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre's (ADREC) Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre has achieved an 83% success rate in resolving disputes in Q3 2024. The Centre successfully completed 808 out of 969 cases, with 26% ending in reconciliation.

Who is affected by this update?

real estate developers, investors, landlords, tenants

What should affected businesses do now?

Review the latest report on the Real Estate Dispute Settlement Centre's progress. Consider alternative dispute resolution methods for real estate disputes. Ensure compliance with ADREC's regulations and guidelines.

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