What approvals does a warehouse extension need?
Stamped structural calculations and drawings, the approval of the authority for the area (Dubai Municipality in Al Quoz or DIP, Trakhees CED in JAFZA, DDA in Dubai Industrial City), DCD approval, then inspection and completion.
The short answer
Warehouse extensions add structure, often steel frames, roof and cladding, and change fire safety. Our engineers design the extension and check any connection to the existing building. The package goes to the authority for the area, DCD approves fire safety, and both inspect before completion.
What you need to know
- Al Quoz and DIP: Dubai Municipality.
- JAFZA: Trakhees CED.
- Dubai Industrial City: DDA.
- DCD: Approval and final inspection for warehouse works.
Documents you will need
- Trade licence and tenancy contract (Ejari)
- Landlord or building management NOC
- Unit plans
- Drawings and stamped calculations
- Fire safety drawings
Who does what
Step by step
We confirm the exact route for your property.
| Step | Approval route | Guides |
|---|---|---|
| Design Structural Solutions | Extension design and calculations. | — |
| Approval Authority for the area | Building approval. | — |
| DCD DCD | Fire safety approval. | Warehouse DCD |
| Completion Authority and DCD | Inspections and completion. | Warehouse sign-off |
Questions
Related questions
Who approves a warehouse extension in Al Quoz?
Dubai Municipality.
Who approves it in JAFZA?
Trakhees CED.
Is DCD needed?
Yes, for warehouse works.
Do steel extensions need verification?
Sometimes the authority asks for third-party verification.
What does Structural Solutions do?
Our engineers prepare and stamp the calculations and drawings, and handle the NOC, permit and completion as approved consultant.
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