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May 4, 2019
Warehouses are required to abide by certain Building Regulations and Design Guidelines to get warehouse approval for both establishments and any subsequent Fit-out modifications done to them. The approvals are demarcated between 2 jurisdictions. Warehouses located in Al Quoz, Dubai Investment Parks, and Ras Al Khor come under the jurisdiction of the “Dubai Municipality and Civil Defense” whereas, the Jebel Ali Free Economic Zone (JAFZA) is required to get a Trakhees Approval for Warehouse.
Any Fit-out / Modifications that are made to existing warehouse structures require an inspection by the Trakhees authorities to obtain a Fit-out/Modification completion certificate. We can help you in getting a Trakhees approval as well apart from the Warehouse Approval.
May 4, 2019
Dubai is one of the countries that has been recording immense development over the years. Many industries have been coming up yearly, creating a big job market for many Dubai people,e thus the growth of the economy of Dubai. With this immense economic growth, there arose a need to have a body that would oversee the management of infrastructure. The rapid growth of buildings and other infrastructure requires strict guidelines to ensure that quality is not compromised. For this reason, Trakhees regulations and standards were then created in 2009, with the main intent of guaranteeing the development of very sustainable and environmentally friendly structures.
Trakhees is in charge of various entities such as lands, port areas, Dubai World, and other areas within its mandate. Additionally, Trakhees is also responsible for the issuance of business licenses and approvals in the development of certain areas in Dubai. Trakhees is comprised of four sections that all ensure quality and efficiency are maintained in infrastructural development. These sections include the Environment, Health and Safety Department, Commercial Licensing Department, Civil Engineering Department, and Corporate Excellence Department.
Adherence to these rules is a must if you are looking forward to getting Trakhees' approval. Other than the mentioned rules, you must also observe the space area, various business facilities are accorded different floor coverings. Even after getting Trakhees' approval for your business, that’s not all; you still need to ensure that you continue complying with these rules day in and day out. Trakhees online will help you understand these rules and regulations in a better way.
Dubai Approvals Team can help you get Trakhees approval easily without any hassle. Contact us today to know more.
May 4, 2019
Since the year 2009, the Trakhees Department of Planning and Development was introduced as an authority to oversee the infrastructural progress in Dubai. It hosts 4 key departments:
With the aid of these departments, Trakhees supervises all approvals related to land, complexes, port areas, and Free and Custom zone corporations, and even provides business licenses to certain development zones. Whatever your business, be it restaurant or healthcare-related, chances are you are after a Trakhees Approval. Now let us look specifically at the role of the EHS approval in Dubai.
The EHS, formerly known as the “Free Zone Industrial Operations and Control Department”, was established as a business unit to aid expansions by other units such as Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). The main objective of the EHS Trakhees Dubai was to set the industry standards for Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental protection for businesses. Since its establishment, the EHS has sought to increase compliance, and ease of administration, improve communication, forge collaborations, and improve client satisfaction. It conducts training programs and provides accreditation and awareness programs to this end.
These regulations apply to all Business Units of Dubai World, their clients, and stakeholders operating within the jurisdiction of Trakhees-Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation. EHS works under a system of continuous approvals which means regular checks and certifications. Facilities cannot resume operations until the authority issues an Operation Fitness Certificate. The licensee is also responsible by law under Ministerial Decision N. (32) – 1982 and federal/state regulations, for the protection of their staff from work hazards, diseases, accidents, etc. that may result, with appropriate precautions in place.
If you are busy setting up a food or health-related service/outlet, then the EHS guidelines are a compulsory read as you can't proceed without their approval. The conditions are divided into regulatory and design/construction requirements.
Regulatory requirements encompass compliance with Dubai World Community regulations, UAE laws, EHS guidelines, Children Day Care Standards if you have a Day Care/Nursery, and other relevant licenses from Trakhees. Prior to EHS certification, there are some compliance procedures involving the Ministry of Health, Dubai Municipality, Police, and customs that require to be completed.
Design and Construction requirements include Waste disposal system, operating hour limitations, Parking space, electrical/construction work elements, and other licenses related to the type of trade or business being undertaken.
EHS-appointed inspectors are authorized to visit the facilities to ensure quality. Any non-conformities found are then brought to the attention of the concerned licensee and if no corrective action is taken, then sanctions are placed to maintain standards.
For complete information on these requirements visit this blog: Requirements to Obtain Trakhees Approval
May 4, 2019
The Dubai Municipality has come a long way since its establishment on February 28th, 1957, by the first decree. It provides Dubai Municipal Approval and other services to the population of Dubai and its work includes urban planning, construction supervision, environmental protection and improvement, public parks conservation, regulating and ensuring international quality standards compliance in aspects such as
Having begun with just 3 operating employees, it has grown into an organization having more than 15,000 staff working in 32 organizational units, making it a major driving force in the development of Dubai City. With a vision of “Developing a happy and sustainable city,” the DM Approval is also instrumental in maintaining the architectural heritage of the emirate through the revival and maintenance of many cultural landmarks.
The services offered by these sectors are segregated into individual, government, and business-centric, with the focus of DM Approval quality control on areas such as Environment and waste, Financial and business, building and land planning, lab testing and accreditation, Public health and consumer safety, drainage and irrigation, veterinary, agriculture and public markets services.
The Dubai Municipality, or DM, has a planning division that allows streamlined submissions to be made from the user end and a legislative system in place to demarcate its jurisdiction. One example of planning assistance is guidelines for submission of a Masterplan for building plan proposals. Here, the applicant submits a draft proposal for preliminary assessment that covers ownership, on-site, and surrounding region description. Following this, a final assessment submission requires Non-Objection Certificates from the concerned local authorities (Dubai Police, Civil Aviation, Road Transport Authority, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, etc). Finally, the DM Approval provides a “sign-off sheet” to all service authorities for their approval of the master plan.
After completing all these procedures, a follow-up application needs to be filed online at www.dm.gov.ae which consists of paying the application fee as well. A tutorial for filing this online application is available here.
The year 2011 was a dramatic one for the DM. This was primarily due to the disconnection of utility services to many residential, industrial, and commercial buildings as a result of illegal modifications, partitions, and additions that were made. Warning notices were first sent, following which heavy fines were levied to discourage non-compliance. Repeated offenses meant that utility services to the offenders were cut off by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). Sometimes unauthorized changes to buildings also run the risk of a lack of fire exits or basic health requirements, and ambiance quality like lighting and ventilation. Once the corrective action was taken, the services were restored to these locations.
If you are looking for Dubai Municipality Approvals, you can Contact Us.
Also, read the Dubai Municipality (DM) approval process in Dubai.
May 4, 2019
Warehouses are required to abide by certain Building Regulations and Design Guidelines to get a license and Dubai Approvals for both establishments and any subsequent Fit-out modifications done to them. The relevant Dubai Approvals for warehouse mezzanines are demarcated by various jurisdictions under different Dubai authorities. Warehouses located in Al Quoz, Dubai Investment Parks, and Ras Al Khor come under the jurisdiction of the Dubai Municipality and Dubai Civil Defence whereas, the Jebel Ali Free Economic Zone - JAFZA is required to get a Trakhees Approval.
Let’s have a look at the general guidelines:
1 parking space per 50 square meters of office space to be provided. For vehicles such as buses, parking space provided depends on the operations carried out and the number of workers. Parking provision for visitors is 10% of the space provided for the staff.
A mezzanine floor is simply an intermediate floor space provided above the warehouse floor. Its function may pertain to the space below or above it.
Any Fit-out / Modifications that are made to existing warehouse structures require an inspection by the Trakhees authorities to obtain a Fit-out/Modification completion certificate.
Also, read Trakhees EHS approval in Dubai
May 4, 2019
In the past couple of decades, Dubai has expanded its industrial and commercial market at a very rapid pace, allowing more opportunities for individuals and businesses. So, it becomes very important for Dubai authorities to manage and maintain a proper set of guidelines in order to maintain quality and safety in all the services. Trakhees has also set up various service codes, wherein every business has to follow certain rules and regulations in its operations.
Trakhees provides five types of licensing services, which include New Licenses, License Amendments, License Renewal, License Cancellation, and Commercial Permit. So, in short, if you want to acquire any type of licensing service,e be it requesting a new license or making changes in your old license, your destination should be Trakhees. \
Let’s discuss the procedure for various licensing approvals of Trakhees:
Procedure for New License:
This type of procedure is used to get a new license, and it applies to those parties who come under the jurisdiction of Trakhees. Here are the steps to apply for a new license:
If you have to make certain changes to your existing license, then you have to follow the steps. It must be noted that the amendments that can be made are changing the Trade Name, changing or adding an Activity, changing in Address or Location, changing or appointing a Manager, increasing Capital, changing the Local Agent, adding or withdrawing a Partner, and changing Legal Type. Also, each type of amendment procedure takes a certain amount of time.
1. In the case of companies under Free-Zone Laws, an applicant has to visit the Trakhees-CLD office and submit the mentioned documents according to the nature of the amendment.
2. Once the applicant is done with all the document submissions, a submission reference number will be generated.
3. The Trakhees-CLD will check all the documents and if all the requirements are fulfilled correctly by the applicant, payment advice will be generated.
4. The applicant can submit the fees online and present the receipt to the front desk offices. The printed license will be available to collect by the applicant.
There are various other options for licenses from Trakhees Approval for companies under Federal Law, General Partnerships, and Simple Limited Partnerships. You can Contact Us and let our experts help you with all your license-related services.
You can see the requirement for Trakhess approval here
Read also: List of all the Approvals Provided by Dubai Municipality
May 4, 2019
With the rapid development in Dubai, it was important for the government to come up with an authority that would be responsible for supervising the infrastructure. In 2009, Trakhees – Department of Planning and Development was introduced in Dubai, and since the,n it has been providing various public services. Trakhees manages all the lands, complexes & areas owned by Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporations, Dubai World, in the areas defined by PCFC, and its jurisdiction. Trakhees is also responsible for providing business licenses in special development zones and areas.
Trakhees consists of four major departments which include the Corporate Excellence Department, Commercial Licensing Department, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Department, and Civil Engineering Department. Each of these departments is working through creativity and excellence so as to provide quality rich services.
Now, if you are looking forward to getting Trakhees approval, depending on your business (be it an eatery, hotel, any food-related activity, or any health-related activity), you have to fulfill certain requirements. To not missing out on any formality, these requirements are categorized.
Requirements to Get Trakhee's Approval
Let’s discuss the various requirements to obtain Trakhee's Approval:
Regulatory Requirements:
General Conditions:
Floor Area Requirements:
Activity | Minimum Net Area (sq. ft) | Activity | Minimum Net Area (sq. ft) |
Salon | 400 | Restaurant | 1000 |
Gym | 1500 | Cafeteria | 500 |
Spa | 1000 | Coffee Shop | 400 |
Pet Shop | 1000 | Grocery | 130 |
Pharmacy | 500 | Department Store | 7000 |
Private Clinic | 700 | Supermarket | 2000 |
Pet Salon | 500 | Restaurant with Shisha | 1500 |
Veterinary Clinic | 750 | Kiosk | 60-100 |
Hotel Commissary | 2500 | Coffee Shop with Shisha | 1500 |
Catering | 700 | Fruit Seller In Supermarket | 250 |
Other Shops | 500 | Fruit Seller – Stand Alone | 500 |
Apart from area requirements, it is important to take care of facility requirements to ensure safety and standards. They are as:
As mentioned above, you must comply with various rules and regulations so that you can get approvals from Trakhees. Even if you get the approval for your business, you still have to maintain quality and standard as per the rules and regulations of Trakhees so that you can retain your license. This is because all the authorities of Dubai are very strict when it comes to the safety and security of infrastructure and the environment. So, if you are also looking forward to getting Trakhees approval or any other authority of Dubai, you must comply with the rules and regulations set by the Government of Dubai.
Furthermore, you can also check our Dubai Approvals services and let our team help you with your approvals. Our experts will guide you step by step so that you can easily get your job done without any hindrance.
May 4, 2019
Established in 1954 by Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the then crown prince, Dubai Municipality or DM looks after all the facilities provided to the people of Dubai by the Dubai government. It has jurisdiction over all the city services and provides a tremendous amount of online services to residents as well as government sectors of Dubai. In 2001, Dubai Municipality Approval started its online service portal, wherein 40 city services were provided online in its initial phase. Today, almost all the services provided by the Dubai Municipality Approval or DM Approval can be accessed online. Being a resident of Dubai, or a businessman, it might be necessary for you to avail certain services now and then. But the question that arises is what type of services can you avail of depending on your requirements and category.
Dubai Municipality Approval or DM Approval provides various services to businesses, individuals, as well as to government sectors. To make it easy for you to understand, let’s list down all the services available to individuals and business sectors:
Dubai Municipality Approval Services for Individuals
These are the DM Approval services provided to residents of Dubai, be it citizens or visitors include:
Environment and Waste Services
Lab Testing and Accreditation
Public Markets Services
Veterinary and Abattoirs Services
Drainage and Irrigation
Land Planning and Building Services
Public Parks and Agriculture
Consumer Products Safety and Public Health
Financial and Business Services
Environment and Waste Services
Lab Testing and Accreditation
Public Markets Services
Veterinary and Abattoirs Services
Drainage and Irrigation
Land Planning and Building Services
Public Parks and Agriculture
Consumer Products Safety and Public Health
Financial and Business Services
If you are looking forward to availing any of these Dubai Approvals services, our experts will help you throughout all the steps and will guide you so that you obtain any type of DM Approvals quickly and hassle-free.
Read also: Procedure for Various Licensing Approvals of Trakhees
May 4, 2019
Since its Industrial Revolution, Dubai has provided numerous opportunities for everyone looking to achieve heights of success, and it is continuing to do so as of 2021. Today, Dubai has become an international hub where people from all backgrounds are competing against each other. To cope with the growing industrialization and infrastructure demand, it becomes very important to set a bar of standards for ensuring safety and security. The government of Dubai has handed over this responsibility to Trakhees.
It is worth noting that if you are planning to set up your project in Dubai (under Trakhees Jurisdiction), you have to follow certain rules and regulations set by Trakhees. Moreover, you need to have a permit or approval to commence the construction work. But the fact of the matter is that sometimes the whole process of getting Trakhees' approval can be a bit difficult if you have not followed the procedures properly. Let’s make it simple for you and discuss what you need to do so that you can get approvals easily:
Before discussing how to get an environmental permit, it should be noted that there are various types of environmental permits, and each of them has its specific applicability. They can be listed as:
Harbor / Open Sea Discharge Permit: Applicable for projects disposing of treated wastewater to the open sea.
The step-by-step procedure for getting environmental approval from Trakhees is as follows:
Type Of Permit | Amount To Be Paid Per Approval |
Open Sea Discharge Permit | AED 500 |
Irrigation Permit | AED 500 |
Groundwater Discharge Permit | AED 500 |
Air Emission Permit | AED 500 |
Permit to Cut and Relocate Trees | AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 500 for every 10 trees to be cut. |
Permit to Operate Captive Marine Mammal Facility or Public Aquarium Facility | AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 5000 for Approval Fees. |
Permit to Transport Marine Mammal or Aquatic Animal | AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 500 for Approval Fees. |
Permit to Conduct Scientific Research on Marine Mammal or Aquatic Animal |
AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 200 for Approval Fees. |
Permit to Export / Import Marine Mammal or Aquatic Animal |
AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 500 for Approval Fees. |
Coral Translocation Permit | AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 10,000 for Approval Fees. |
NOC for Dredging and Reclamation | AED 1000 for Application fees.
AED 500 for Approval Fees. |
Permit to Transport Sand | AED 500 |
If you follow the procedure as per the given guidelines, it will be easy for you to get Trakhees Approval. Let us help you with your Dubai Approvals procedures, wherein our experts will help you anytime and anywhere so that you do not have to deal with the resubmission of your application. Not only that, but we also help you with DEWA approval, Dubai Municipality Approval, Jafza Approval, and approvals from many more authorities in Dubai. So, feel free to visit us and allow us to serve you for easy approvals.
Also, read How to get warehouse mezzanine approval in Dubai.
May 4, 2019
The Dubai Municipality, or DM, has come a long way since its establishment on February 28th, 1957, by the first decree. It provides municipal services to the population of Dubai and its work includes urban planning, construction supervision, environmental protection and improvement, public parks conservation, regulating and ensuring international quality standards compliance in aspects such as
DM, having begun with just 3 operating employees, has grown into an organization having more than 15,000 staff working in 32 organizational units, making it a major driving force in the development of Dubai City. With a vision of “Developing a happy and sustainable city,” the Dubai Municipality is also instrumental in maintaining the architectural heritage of the emirate by revival and maintenance of many cultural landmarks.
The DM Dubai is currently composed of 34 departments under six sectors, namely:
The services offered by these sectors are segregated into individual, government, and business-centric, with the focus of DM Dubai quality control on areas such as Environment and waste, Financial and business, building and land planning, lab testing and accreditation, Public health and consumer safety, drainage and irrigation, veterinary, agriculture and public markets services.
An example of planning assistance by DM
The DM Dubai has a planning division that allows streamlined submissions to be made from the user end and a legislative system in place to demarcate its jurisdiction to acquire the Dubai Municipality Approval. One example of planning assistance is guidelines for the submission of a Master plan for building plan proposals. Here, the applicant submits a draft proposal for preliminary assessment that covers ownership, on-site, and surrounding region description. Following this, a final assessment submission requires Non-Objection Certificates from the concerned local authorities (Dubai Police, Civil Aviation, Road Transport Authority, Dubai Electricity, Water Authority, etc). Finally, the DM provides a “sign-off sheet” to all service authorities to get Dubai Municipality Approval for their master plan.
After completing all these procedures, a follow-up application needs to be filed online at the Dubai Municipality which consists of paying the application fee as well.
Non-Compliance Crackdowns – Serious Quality Assurance
The year 2011 was a dramatic one for the DM. This was primarily due to the disconnection of utility services to many residential, industrial, and commercial buildings as a result of illegal modifications, partitions, and additions that were made. Warning notices were first sent, following which heavy fines were levied to discourage non-compliance. Repeated offenses meant that utility services to the offenders were cut off through the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority - DEWA. Sometimes unauthorized changes to buildings also run the risk of a lack of fire exits or basic health requirements, and ambiance quality like lighting and ventilation. Once corrective action was taken, the services were restored to these locations.
Also, read Some Facts about Dubai Municipality (DM)