The concept of sustainability is multifaceted, encompassing environmental, economic, and social dimensions, often referred to as the triple bottom line. This comprehensive approach is visually represented by interlinked circles, highlighting the inherent interconnectedness of these dimensions. Achieving sustainability in construction necessitates addressing environmental, economic, and social aspects. While environmental dimension has received considerable attention in green building assessments, the socio-economic aspects of sustainable development have been overlooked (Atanda & Öztürk, 2020). This research places a particular emphasis on understanding the social implications of green building rating systems. The primary goal is to explore and develop a comparative analysis between five well-established green building rating tools which are majorly used in UAE such as international (LEED and BREEAM), regional (GSAS), and national (Estidama, Al Sa’fat), with an overarching objective of enhancing community well-being. This paper attempts to provide a brief global discussion of the social-economic aspects of GBRSs, with a particular focus on the local green building system, Al Sa'fat. The goal of this study is to find viable recommendations that may be made to promote sustainability at the local level. Through a comprehensive analysis of current green rating systems and their effects on socioeconomic factors, the study aims to offer insightful recommendations for improving approaches to sustainable community development. The study concludes with recommendations for policy-level initiatives that stress the inclusion of social-economic factors in the evaluation of sustainable buildings and communities. This methodical approach offers helpful suggestions for enhancing the socio-economic impact of green building initiatives, which adds to the larger conversation on sustainable development.