How to request to Issue Building Demolishing License in Dubai?

Written By Gautham Krishna   | Updated on January 29, 2023




This service enables you to obtain a demolition permit (total or partial).

Documents Required

  • Approved general site plan.

  • Demolition method.

  • Building photos.

How to request to Issue Building Demolishing License in Dubai?

  • Login to Dubai Building Permit System.

  • Apply for the service and upload the required documents.

  • Check Dubai Municipality's reply through the website (Approved/Rejected/To be Amended or Completed).

  • Pay the due fees.

  • Receive the permit through Dubai Building Permit System.

Fees Required

  • Private residential building: AED 150 per building

  • Building with floor area:

    • Up to 10,000 sqft: AED 200/floor

    • Up to 20,000 sqft/floor: AED 400/floor

    • More than 20,000 sqft/floor: AED 600/floor.

  • Knowledge and Innovation Fees: AED 20.

Time Required

  • 2 working days

Terms and Conditions

  • The permit is deemed cancelled if the demolition works were not initiated within 3 months from the permit issuance, then you must apply again for this service.

  • You must submit a detailed description (method of statement) of the demolition method.

  • The contractor must have an insurance policy for the construction works.

FAQs

What are some common queries related to Dubai Municipality?
You can find a list of common Dubai Municipality queries and their answer in the link below.
Dubai Municipality queries and its answers
Where can I get my queries related to Dubai Municipality answered for free?
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If there is a technical issue in the submission , what should we do?
You can send a general message in Dubai BPS system to (IT-Related system issue category)
How can I cancel a building card from new system was
If building card status was completion certificate issued then it cannot be cancelled, only demolition is allowed by submitting a demolition application.