Who submits DCD drawings for a fit-out?
The consultant. Structural Solutions submits the fire and life safety drawings to DCD; LPG or gas needs a separate approval from the approved provider.
The short answer
The consultant. Structural Solutions prepares the fire and life safety drawings for the fit-out and submits them to Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) as consultant, then answers any comments and arranges the final inspection. If LPG or gas is used, the approved LPG or gas provider needs its own approval; with electric cooking, an undertaking letter is submitted to DCD instead.
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- Every change: Partitions, ceilings and any decoration update need DCD approval.
- Consultant submits: Structural Solutions submits the fire and life safety drawings to DCD.
- LPG or gas: If LPG or gas is used, the approved LPG or gas provider needs its own approval; with electric cooking, an undertaking letter is submitted to DCD instead.
- Before opening: DCD final inspection and completion certificate.
Documents for the submission
- Trade licence and tenancy contract (lease or Ejari)
- Unit plan and the mall or landlord fit-out requirements
- Fit-out drawings: partitions, ceilings and finishes
- MEP and fire safety drawings
- Fit-out contractor details
Who does what
Step by step
We confirm the route for your unit before you start.
| Step | Approval route | Guides |
|---|---|---|
| Landlord or mall approval Mall, landlord or building management | Approval of the fit-out first. | — |
| Fire safety drawings Structural Solutions (consultant) | Drawings for the new layout, partitions and ceilings. | Which drawings? |
| DCD submission Structural Solutions → DCD | We submit as consultant and answer comments. | Who submits? |
| LPG or gas Approved LPG or gas provider | Separate approval, or an undertaking letter for electric cooking. | LPG approval |
| Final inspection Dubai Civil Defence | Inspection and the completion certificate before opening. | What DCD checks |
Questions
Related questions
Can the fit-out contractor submit to DCD?
The submission is made by the consultant. We work alongside your contractor.
Who handles LPG approval?
The approved LPG or gas provider, or the service provider of the shop or restaurant.
What if we cook with electricity?
An undertaking letter is submitted to DCD instead.
Who arranges the final inspection?
We do.
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