A formal appointment letter for the new consultant, evidence of their DM registration and relevant credentials, and either a release letter from the outgoing consultant or documentation supporting the change without one.
How to Change Consultant on Building Permit Dubai
A step-by-step look at replacing the consultant of record on your Dubai building permit, from selecting a new firm through to DM confirming the updated permit.
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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
Streamlined
Approval process
End-to-end
NOC to permit, managed
Direct access
To your project team
Always on
Client support
Step-by-Step Consultant Change
The process is procedurally similar to a contractor change but focused on design and supervision credentials rather than construction capability — DM verifies the new consultant is properly registered before approving the switch.
The Full Process
01
Confirm New Consultant's DM Registration
02
Prepare Appointment Documentation
03
Obtain Outgoing Release (or Alternative Evidence)
04
Submit Application via BPS Portal
05
DM Technical Review
06
Confirmation & Permit Update
How Our Approval Process Works
Our expert engineers handle the entire NOC process, ensuring faster approvals and full compliance with Dubai regulations.
Documentation You'll Need
Process Steps At a Glance
Registration Confirmation
Appointment Documentation
Release Documentation
Portal Submission
Technical Review
Permit Update
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
Step-by-Step Guidance
We walk you through every stage of the consultant change process, from documentation to DM confirmation.
DM-Registered Credentials
Our registration and credentials are ready for immediate verification by DM.
Responsive Communication
We keep you updated at each stage of the DM review, so there are no surprises.
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Changing Consultants
Structural Solutions walks you through, and manages, the full consultant change process with DM.
How to Change Consultant — FAQs
What's the first step in changing a consultant?
Confirming your new consultant's DM registration is current and appropriate for your project type.
Do I submit the application myself or does the consultant?
Typically the new consultant, or a representative acting on the owner's behalf, submits via the BPS portal.
What if my current consultant refuses to cooperate?
See our guide on previous consultant not cooperating — DM has an alternative-evidence process for this.
How long before the new consultant can start work?
Once DM confirms the permit update, typically immediately — though some design continuity work can begin during review.
Can Structural Solutions guide me through this process?
Yes — we manage the entire consultant change from documentation through DM confirmation.