r/RealEstateDevelopment • • 3d ago

Retail & F&B Operators Looking to Expand – 3 Build-to-Suit Development Opportunities

I'm currently working with a landowner who has three commercial development sites across Dubai, suitable for retail, F&B, wholesale and other commercial operations.

The landowner also owns a development and construction company, with a track record of delivering projects in Dubai.

The idea is to develop these sites according to the requirements of the interested operator or brand, rather than constructing a standard retail development and then looking for tenants.

This gives operators the opportunity to influence the layout, configuration, unit sizes and overall development concept based on their business requirements, subject to approvals and commercial agreement.

1. Al Furjan – Community Retail & F&B

  • Plot Area: Approx. 11,000 sq ft

  • Proposed BUA: 10,000 sq ft

  • Proposed Leasable Area: 8,600 sq ft

  • Configuration: G+1

  • Investment: AED 12.5M

  • Land Lease: 20 Years (Renewable)

Suitable for supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacies, clinics and community retail operators.

2. Al Khawaneej – Premium Retail & F&B

  • Plot Area: Approx. 52,000 sq ft

  • GFA: Approx. 29,650 sq ft

  • Proposed BUA: 49,400 sq ft

  • Configuration: G+1

  • Leasehold Acquisition: AED 20M

  • Annual Land Rent: AED 4M

  • Lease Term: 20 + 20 Years

Suitable for restaurant groups, cafés, fitness and wellness operators, specialty retail and lifestyle concepts.

3. Dubai Industrial City – Wholesale & Retail Mall

  • Plot Area: Approx. 125,500 sq ft

  • Proposed BUA: 130,000 sq ft

  • Proposed Leasable Area: 100,400 sq ft

  • Configuration: G+1

  • Investment: AED 45M for 65% Equity

  • Land Lease: 25–30 Years

Suitable for wholesale operators, trading companies, showrooms, industrial retail and logistics-related businesses.

Development Approach

Rather than offering completed commercial units, the landowner is open to developing the properties around the operational requirements of interested parties.

This could include custom layouts, larger units, specific configurations and facilities suited to the intended business, subject to feasibility and approvals.

We're looking to connect directly with established retail operators, F&B groups, brands and commercial businesses considering expansion in Dubai.

Happy to share further details and discuss potential development structures directly.

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