Warehouses · Offices
Can I add an office inside my warehouse?
Yes, with approval. You need the landlord NOC, drawings, the authority permit for the area and DCD approval.
The short answer
Yes, with approval. An office inside a warehouse changes the layout, and often adds a mezzanine or partitions, so you need the landlord or developer NOC, drawings and stamped calculations, the permit from the authority for the area, and Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) approval, followed by the final inspection. Structural Solutions prepares the drawings and handles the approvals.
Allowed?Yes, with approval
NeedsNOC, permit, DCD
Mezzanine officeNeeds calculations
What you need to know
- Partitions: Need DCD approval.
- Mezzanine: Needs stamped calculations and steel verification.
- Authority: DM, DDA or Trakhees, depending on the area.
- Inspection: Final inspection before use.
Documents you may need
- Trade licence and tenancy contract (lease or Ejari)
- Landlord or building management NOC
- Unit plan and existing drawings
- Photos of the unit
Who does what
Step by step
We confirm the exact route for your project.
| Step | Approval route | Guides |
|---|---|---|
| Landlord or developer NOC Landlord or developer | Approval of the works in the unit. | — |
| Drawings and calculations Structural Solutions | Layout, structure and fire safety drawings. | Structural calculations |
| Authority permit Authority for the area | DM, DDA or Trakhees, depending on the location. | Approvals |
| DCD approval Structural Solutions → DCD | Fire and life safety approval for the changes. | DCD approval |
| Final inspection DCD and the authority | Inspection and completion. | — |
Questions
Related questions
Does a warehouse office need DCD?
Yes.
Can the office be on a mezzanine?
Yes, with calculations and approval.
Does it need a permit?
Yes, from the authority for the area.
Can you handle it?
Yes.
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