Third-party verification

What is third-party structural verification in Dubai?

It is an independent check of a structural design or of built works by an approved consultant who did not prepare the design. Dubai Municipality, DDA and Trakhees can ask for it for certain structures and works.

The short answer

Third-party verification adds a second, independent review. The verifying consultant checks the design calculations and drawings, or the works on site, and issues a stamped verification. Authorities ask for it on some structures, and owners also use it to confirm a design or works done by others.

What it isIndependent check by another consultant
Who asksDM, DDA and Trakhees, for certain works
ResultStamped verification

What you need to know

  • Design check: Calculations and drawings reviewed.
  • Site check: Works compared with the approved design.
  • Independent: The verifier did not prepare the design.
  • Requested by: DM, DDA and Trakhees for certain structures.

Documents you will need

  • Design calculations and drawings
  • Site photos
  • The authority request, if any

Who does what

Step by step

We confirm the exact route for your property.

StepApproval routeGuides
Request
Authority or owner
Verification asked for.—
Review
Structural Solutions
Design or works checked independently.—
Verification
Structural Solutions
Stamped verification issued.Third-party structural verification

Questions

Related questions

Which authorities ask for it?

Dubai Municipality, DDA and Trakhees can ask for it for certain structures and works.

Can the original designer verify their own design?

No, the verifier must be independent.

Is it only for steel structures?

No, it can apply to concrete, steel and other structures.

Can owners ask for it?

Yes, to check a design or works done by others.

What does Structural Solutions do?

We provide independent verification as approved consultant.

Related guides

Keep reading