Common Area Maintenance (CAM)

CAM encompasses all costs associated with maintaining and operating shared spaces in a property, including cleaning, landscaping, utilities, and repairs, recovered through service charges.

CAM ComponentPercentage of Total CAM
Cleaning services20% to 30%
Security15% to 25%
Landscaping5% to 10%
Common area utilities10% to 20%
Repairs and maintenance15% to 25%
Management and administration10% to 15%
Dubai CAM BenchmarksAED per sq ft annually
Budget apartmentsAED 12 to 18
Mid-range apartmentsAED 18 to 25
Premium apartmentsAED 25 to 35
Luxury developmentsAED 35 to 50+
Villas in compoundsAED 10 to 20


Related Terms

Service ChargesOwners Association (OA)Building ManagementOperating ExpensesFacility ManagementHOA

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