DM accepts a documented case built from formal termination correspondence, evidence of the contractor's absence from site, and where relevant, an independent structural assessment confirming the current status of works.
Previous Contractor Not Releasing Permit Dubai
An outgoing contractor refusing to sign the release letter is one of the most common blockers in a DM contractor change — often tied to a payment dispute or disagreement over project status. Here's how to move forward regardless.
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Palm Jumeirah
Dubai Hills Estate
The Meadows
The Springs
Jumeirah Islands
Emirates Hills
Mudon
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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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Why Contractors Refuse to Release
The most common reasons an outgoing contractor won't sign a release are unresolved payment disputes, disagreement over the scope of completed works, or simply using the release as leverage in a broader dispute.
Path Forward Without Cooperation
01
Formal Written Request for Release
02
Document the Refusal
03
Assemble Alternative Evidence
04
Termination Notice Documentation
05
BPS Portal Application with Supporting Evidence
06
DM Review of Alternative Evidence
How Our Approval Process Works
Our expert engineers handle the entire NOC process, ensuring faster approvals and full compliance with Dubai regulations.
What Counts as Alternative Evidence
Uncooperative Release At a Glance
Formal Written Request
Refusal Documentation
Termination Correspondence
Site Absence Evidence
Independent Assessment
BPS Portal Application
Simple Approval Process
How Our Approval Process Works
We manage every stage of the approval process with accurate documentation, authority coordination, and expert engineering support.
Quick Review
We review drawings and project requirements fast.
Plan Design
Our team prepares compliant
drawings and files.
Easy Submit
We submit documents to
Dubai authorities safely.
Final Permit
Receive approvals and
permits without delays.
Proven track record
Across Dubai
Established firm
Years of experience
Highly rated
By our clients
Why Project Owners Choose Structural Solutions
Uncooperative Release Experience
We've helped projects move forward without a signed release, using DM's alternative evidence process.
Independent Assessment
Our independent structural assessment can support your case when the contractor won't cooperate on documenting works status.
Persistent Follow-Up
We manage the ongoing communication and documentation needed to build a strong alternative evidence case.
Moving Forward Without Cooperation
Structural Solutions helps you build the alternative evidence case DM needs when your previous contractor won't release the permit.
Previous Contractor Not Releasing — FAQs
Can DM approve a change without the outgoing contractor's signature?
Yes — DM has a process for this using alternative documented evidence, though it typically takes longer.
What if the refusal is tied to a payment dispute?
This is common — the payment dispute itself is typically handled separately from the permit release process, though documentation of it can support your case.
How long does the alternative evidence route take?
Typically 4-8 weeks, longer than a cooperative release, given the additional evidence DM reviews.
Should I involve a lawyer?
For significant disputes, legal advice alongside the technical/structural documentation can strengthen your position.
Can Structural Solutions help build this case?
Yes — we assemble the documentation and independent assessment DM typically requires in these situations.