Skipping the release letter step is the most common cause of delay — without documented proof the outgoing contractor has relinquished the site, DM can't confirm there's no active dispute over responsibility for ongoing works.
How to Change Contractor on a Dubai Municipality Permit
Changing the contractor on an active DM building permit follows a specific sequence: outgoing release, incoming registration, then a formal BPS portal application. Here's exactly how the process works, step by step.
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Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
Arabian Ranches
Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
The Villa
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The Contractor Change Process, Explained
Dubai Municipality treats a contractor change as a formal amendment to your building permit — not an informal handover. The process requires documented sign-off from the outgoing contractor and full registration documents from the incoming one before DM will update the permit record.
Step-by-Step Process
01
Notify Outgoing Contractor of Termination
02
Obtain Signed Release Letter
03
Collect Incoming Contractor's Trade License & Documents
04
Submit Application via DM BPS Portal
05
DM Reviews Site Status & Documentation
06
Updated Permit Issued with New Contractor
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What You'll Need
Outgoing Release Letter
Incoming Trade License
Incoming Company Registration
BPS Portal Application
Site Status Confirmation
Updated Permit Copy
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Regular BPS portal submissions mean we know exactly which document format gets approved without a resubmission request.
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We can coordinate with both outgoing and incoming contractors to keep the process moving.
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As your structural consultant, we ensure the incoming contractor has everything they need to continue safely.
A Clear Path Through Contractor Change
Structural Solutions guides you through each step of changing your DM permit's contractor — from the release letter to the updated permit.
How to Change Contractor — FAQs
Who initiates the contractor change application?
Typically the property owner or their appointed consultant, since they're the permit holder relationship with DM.
Can I start with a new contractor before DM approves the change?
It's not advisable — work carried out before the permit is formally updated can create liability ambiguity if disputed later.
What if I don't have the outgoing contractor's cooperation?
DM has a process for uncooperative outgoing contractors, though it typically takes longer and needs additional supporting evidence.
Is a new NOC required alongside the contractor change?
Not usually — the existing NOC and permit remain valid, just updated to reflect the new contractor.
Can Structural Solutions manage this process for me?
Yes — we handle the documentation, portal submission, and DM coordination from start to finish.