The BML inclusive national affordable housing scheme has reached an important milestone, as the BML Affordable Home Leasing Company awarded major construction contracts to accelerate new housing developments.

The move supports the broader national effort led by the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) to improve access to affordable housing across the Maldives.

Major Contracts Awarded to International Builders

Under the initiative, construction contracts were awarded to two internationally recognized firms to begin work on key residential towers.

The projects form part of the Inclusive National Affordable Housing (INAH) programme, which aims to create sustainable homeownership opportunities for Maldivians through structured financing and large-scale development.

Construction work was scheduled to begin in early 2026, marking a significant step forward in implementing the national housing strategy.

Supporting National Housing Goals

According to the Bank of Maldives, the contract awards demonstrate strong progress in aligning the banking sector with the government’s housing affordability objectives.

The INAH framework focuses on:

• Expanding access to affordable homes
• Strengthening financial sustainability
• Ensuring transparent project delivery
• Supporting long-term homeownership

Officials noted that the programme is designed to ease housing pressure, particularly in high-demand urban areas.

Part of a Larger Housing Pipeline

The awarded projects are expected to feed into a wider pipeline of affordable housing developments being rolled out under the national programme.

Through the lease-to-own financing model, eligible applicants will be able to gradually obtain full ownership of their homes, reducing the need for large upfront payments.

This model is especially targeted at:

• First-time homebuyers
• Middle-income families
• Residents facing high property costs

Strengthening Public–Private Collaboration

The BML inclusive national affordable housing scheme represents a major example of collaboration between regulators, the banking sector, and construction partners.

Officials emphasized that combining:

• MMA regulatory support
• Government-facilitated land
• Bank-led financing
• Professional construction delivery

will help create a sustainable pathway to homeownership in the Maldives.

What Comes Next

With major construction contracts now awarded, the projects are expected to move into active development phases.

Further announcements regarding project timelines, eligibility criteria, and application procedures are expected as construction progresses.

The initiative is widely seen as a key component of the Maldives’ long-term strategy to address housing affordability challenges.