Department of Municipalities & Agriculture Abu Dhabi Municipality Building Permits Directorate

Developments and Projects Section Procedure Manual

UPDATED DECEMBER 2007

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SECTION
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DOC.No
INT-01 Rev.1 DEF-01 FC-01 Rev.1 PR-001 GR-01 Rev.3 FEE-01 Rev.1 DRG-01 Rev.4 DCS-01 Rev.2 ARC-01 Rev.4 FM-001 FM-001A APPENDIX A APPENDIX B APPENDIX C ST-001 SIT-01 Rev.1 FM-002 INTRODUCTION DEFINITIONS

DESCRIPTION

BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION FLOW CHART PROJECT RECORD SHEET GENERAL REQUIREMENT FEE SCHEDULE DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OPTAIN A PERMIT APPLICABLE DESIGN CODES AND STANDARDS ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL (SUBMISSION REQUIREMENT) REQUEST FOR ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL ARCHITECTURAL CHECKLIST CAR PARK CALCULATION TABLE SANITARY FITTINGS CALCULATION TABLE GROSS FLOOR AREA CALCULATION TABLE STRUCTURAL SUBMISSION CHECKLIST TEMPORARY FENCE, SITE PREPARATION AND MOBILIZATION REQUEST OF TEMPORARY FENCE, SITE PREPARATION & MOBILISATION PERMIT EXCAVATION PERMIT REQUEST FOR EXCAVATION PERMIT FOUNDATION AND SUBSTRUCTURE PERMIT REQUEST FOR FOUNDATION AND SUBSTRUCTURE PERMIT STRUCTURAL APPROVAL (SUBMISSION REQUIREMENT) REQUEST FOR STRUCTURAL APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS FOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SUBMISSION PERMIT REVISION, EXPIRATION, AND RENEWAL PROCESS MUNICIPAL INSPECTION PROCESS BUILDING COMPLETION CERTIFICATE

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SIT-02 Rev.1 FM-004 STR-01 Rev.1 FM-003 STR-02 Rev.1 FM-005 APPENDIX S EXP-01 IN-01 Rev.1 BCC-01 Rev.1

ABU DHABI MUNICIPALITY BUILDING PERMITS DIRECTORATE INTRODUCTION DOCUMENT NO 1.0 INTRODUCTION INT-01 Rev. 1 Date 6/25/2007

The manual is a collection of procedural guidelines, application forms, worksheets and forms used by the Building Permits Directorate (BPD). The intent is that many of these individual sections will be available as handouts at the Building Permits Directorate. When all of these documents are assembled in sequential order into a larger bound document they comprise the complete policy manual for Building Permits Directorate. The policies and procedures manual have been developed to clearly define the processes in place at the BPD. This manual will be revised from time to time as improvements are made to the processes or as new rules and regulations are determine. The Abu Dhabi Municipality reserves the right to change the policies and procedures at any time. 2.0 FORMAT OF THE MANUAL

The manual is a collection of procedural guidelines and application forms used by the BPD. Developers, designers and contractors are to ensure that they are familiar with these procedures and strictly adhere to their conditions. Submittals that do not adhere to the requirements of these documents will not be processed.

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PERMIT AND PLAN REVIEW TYPES

To simplify the process, Abu Dhabi Municipality has agreed to these types of permits and plan approvals: A. Temporary Fence, Site Preparation and Mobilization Permit (SIT-01). B. Excavation Permit (SIT-02). C. Building Permit a. Architectural Approval (ARC-01 Rev.2). b. Structural Approval (STR-02 Rev.1). c. Foundation & Sub-Structure Permit (STR-01 Rev.1). D. Building Completion Certificate. Refer to (BCC-01).

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ABU DHABI MUNICIPALITY BUILDING PERMITS DIRECTORATE DEFINITIONS Document No DEF-01 Rev. 0 Date 9/21/2006

DEFINITIONS ADM BPD Consultant Contractor Abu Dhabi Municipality. Building Permit Directorate. Any Architect or Engineer registered through Abu Dhabi Municipality. Any Contractor registered through Abu Dhabi Municipality.

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BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION FLOW CHART

Document No FC-01 Rev. 1 Date 07/11/2007

BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION - FLOW CHART STAGE 1 PROJECT PRE-QUALIFICATION

1) Form PR-001
2) 3) 4)

Colored Site layout Plan and Artist's Impression of Project A copy of the Approved Affection Plan A copy of Official Trade License

5) A copy of Appointment Letter

STAGE 2 PRELIMINARY PLANNING & CONCEPT APPROVAL

1) Project Presentation & Design Report 2) Concept/Schematic Design Drawings 3) Completed Checklists & Forms 4) Town Planning Approval of Master Plan 5) Town Planning approved Affection Plan & Land Use. 6) Roads & Transportation Authority Approval of TIS for Master Plan 7) Civil Aviation Authority for height clearance of Master Plan 8) Other special approval (ie. Ministry of Education, Health Authority, UAE Armed Forces, Tourism Authority, Environmental Agency etc)

If all in order, project coordinator gives instruction for consultant to proceed with the relevant permit application and full design submission.

TYPES OF PERMIT APPLICATION

1) Temporary fence, site preparation & mobilization permit 2) Excavation permit 3) Foundation & Sub-Structure permit

STAGE 3 DESIGN REVIEW

Full Architectural & Structural Submission

STAGE 4 FINAL BUILDING PERMIT

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Department of Municipalities & Agriculture Abu Dhabi Municipality Building Permits Directorate Phone 678-8888 Fax 677-2003

Project Record Sheet

PROJECT TITLE: DESCRIPTION: .......

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LOCATION : SITE AREA : ... .. BUILDING HEIGHT : .

Note : Consultant to provide a colored site layout plan and artist's impressions of the project described herein.

DEVELOPER / OWNER : CONTACT NAME : MOBILE NO : PROJECT MANAGER : CONTACT NAME : MOBILE NO : CONSULTANT : CONTACT NAME : MOBILE NO : OFFICIAL USE

.. .................... EMAIL: ...

.. .................... EMAIL: ...

.. .................... EMAIL: ...

SIGNATURE : _______________________________

DATE : _______________

PR-001

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION: GR-01 Rev. 3 Date 6/24/2008

The following is a list of general requirements applied to all submittals. Consultants, Contractors and Architects are required to provide all essential information and to comply with these requirements prior to submitting any drawings. 2.0 General Requirements: 2.1 Comprehensive approved Master Plan Report / Project Summary Report 2 copies of A3 size report and an electronic copy of the same shall be submitted. The report should outline and explain the following aspects of the proposal with supporting drawings and relevant illustrations: Design Concept & Intent Site Accessibility Car Parking Provision Life Safety MEP Concept Sustainability & Efficiency Utility & Services Statement Vertical Transportation Waste Management Landscaping & Greening Occupancy/Population Density Zoning & Land Use Traffic & Transportation Public & Handicap Amenities Structural Concept Utility & Services Wind Effect Assessment Day lighting Assessment Environmental Assessment Faade Lighting Strategy Faade Maintenance Schedule of Areas

The summary report shall include but not limited to the above mentioned. The consultant should by all means include additional information deem important that will facilitate the authority's approval. 2.2 Each developer shall have control on building design to achieve their master plan guidelines. Therefore, preliminary and final architectural drawings for building permit should bear the "No Objection" from the relevant developer before the submission to ADM. Approved Development Master Plan / Site Plan a copy of colored A1/A0 size print approved by Town Planning Department (scale 1:500 to 1:1000) shall be submitted, to include but not limited to the following information:

2.3

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Document No GR-01 Rev. 3 Date 6/24/2008 Public Amenities Occupancy / Population Density Service Corridor Retaining Structures Boundary Wall Plot Limit & Number Land Use, Zoning & Phasing Ingress & Egress Points Service Access Way Landscaping 2.4 2.5 Topography Existing & Proposed Levels Set-out Coordinates Utility Buildings Tunnels & Bridges

No objection letters from appropriate Authorities. (see BCC-01) Appointment letters 2.5.1 Appointment letter for Architects / Consultants. 2.5.2 Appointment letter for Contractor. 2.5.3 All appointment letters shall be signed and sealed by the owner / developer. Official valid trade licences from. 2.6.1 Consultants. 2.6.2 Contractors and Sub-Contractors. Applicable forms signed and sealed by owner, Consultant and or contractor. Applicable fees. Developers will bear the responsibility of clearing their sites during and after construction completion. Electronic format of all submitted drawings. Hard copies of drawings. (see DRG-01-Rev.4)

2.6

2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 3.0

General notes: The following are general notes that all submittals shall comply with. 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 Consultants and Contractors shall adhere and comply with the applicable design codes & standards. (see DCS-01-Rev.2) Documents are clear and legible. Documents are in a sequential order and signed and sealed by the appropriate Consultant. Application form fully completed. All timelines in this procedure are subject to work load. If authority's comments are not clear, a scheduled appointment can be arranged with the respective municipality engineers/architects. Appendix S Requirements for Structural Engineering Submission shall also be referred to when preparing structural related submittals.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Document No GR-01 Rev. 3 Date 6/24/2008

4.0

Time-line Schedule for Approvals: Category Document No. ARC-01 Rev.4 SIT-01 First Review 10 days 1 day Second Review 5-10 days -

Architectural Approval Temporary Fence, Site Preparation & Mobilization Approval Site Excavation Approval Foundation & Sub-Structure Approval Structural Approval END OF PROCEDURE

SIT-02 Rev.1 STR-01 Rev.1

1 day 5 days

5 days

STR-02 Rev.1

21 days

10 days

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FEE SCHEDULE
Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION FEE-01 Rev. 1 Date 6/25/2007

This document outlines the fee structure that are to be implemented within the Building Permits Directorate at Abu Dhabi Municipality. 2.0 FEE SCHEDULE

TABLE 1.4.10A PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE Type of Permit Construction of a new building Demolition of a building Issue a final certificate Additions Maintenance works Permit renewal Fees in AED 2000 100 500 500 500 200 Unit Per/floor Notes

TABLE 1.4.10B INSURANCE SCHEDULE Type of Permit Insurance Building Demolition New erection work Additions to existing buildings END OF THE PROCEDURE Fees in AED 10000 10000 1000 Unit Notes

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FEE SCHEDULE
Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION FEE-01 Rev. 1 Date 6/25/2007

This document outlines the fee structure that are to be implemented within the Building Permits Directorate at Abu Dhabi Municipality. 2.0 FEE SCHEDULE

TABLE 1.4.10A PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE Type of Permit Construction of a new building Demolition of a building Issue a final certificate Additions Maintenance works Permit renewal Fees in AED 2000 100 500 500 500 200 Unit Per/floor Notes

TABLE 1.4.10B INSURANCE SCHEDULE Type of Permit Insurance Building Demolition New erection work Additions to existing buildings END OF THE PROCEDURE Fees in AED 10000 10000 1000 Unit Notes

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STANDARD TITLE BLOCK

Document No DRG-01A Rev. 0 5/6/2007

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DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN PERMITS

Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION DRG-01 Rev. 4 06/24/2008

This section explains in detail the drawings and documents that are required for various permits issued by the Building Permits Directorate. Applicants shall be aware that there may be changes over time. 2.0 SCALE AND LEGIBILITY OF DRAWINGS

The following scales should be adopted: Key / Location Plan Landscape Plan Site Plan Plans, Elevations, Sections Detail Designs 1:10,000 1: 500 to 1: 1,000 1: 500 to 1: 1,000 1: 100 to 1: 200 1: 20 to 1: 50

If any other scale is used, prior approval must be obtained from the Building Permits Directorate of Abu Dhabi Municipality Please note that the lettering on drawings must be readable and allow for reductions to be made. To accomplish this, lettering on a full size drawing must be easily readable. 3. DRAWING SUBMISSION REQUIREMENT 3.1. All drawings accompanying any application for approval shall be prepared, stamped and signed by the Qualified Consultant, who holds a valid trade license and registered with the Abu Dhabi Municipality. All drawings shall 3.2.1. Be produced in DWF format on a cd-rom complete with casing and project labels. for initial approval and review. 3.2.2. Be produced in 3 sets of paper prints and properly packaged in the prescribed box-files and clearly labeled. The drawings must reflect the final revision / correction, demonstrating full compliance with all authority comments for final building permit approval. 3.2.3. Be accompanied by a drawing list for each set of drawings. 3.2.4. Be produced in a clear, legible manner and following the drawing numbering according to the Building Permits Directorate:

3.2.

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DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN PERMITS

Document No DRG-01 For Architectural Drawings: i. Drawing List ii. Site Plan/Landscape Plan iii. Floor Plans iv. Elevations v. Sections vi. Details For Structural Drawings: All Drawings Rev. 4 06/24/2008

A000 A010 (10 series ie. 10-99) A100 (100 series ie. 100-199) A200 (200 series ie. 200-299) A300 (300 series ie. 300-399) A400 (400 series ie. 400-499)

- S100 (100 series ie. 100-199)

3.2.5. Bear a title block in accordance to the format set out by the Building Permits Directorate, and reserve a space for authority's comments/signature/stamp at the bottom right corner of the title block (see DRG-01A) 3.2.6. Be fully annotated with appropriate notations and symbols. All dimensions shall be in metric (mm) 3.2.7. Demarcate clearly the new building works from the existing building by suitable annotation and markings. 3.2.8. Delineate clearly the different phasing of building works within the development by suitable annotation and markings. 3.2.9. Delineate clearly the building works to be deleted, demolished or removed by suitable annotation and markings. 3.2.10 Be numbered serially where the first plan is numbered as 1 of 'n' and the last plan as 'n' of 'n'. ( 'n' being the total number of pages of the relevant plans) 3.3. All building plans shall, where applicable, consist of or contain the following: 3.3.1. Gross Floor Area (GFA) Summary Drawing Sheet consisting a) Key plans (scaled-down plans) of all floors / storeys / levels showing clear mark-up of GFA within the proposed development(s). b) Summary tabulation of area that summarizes all floors as per declaration form FM-001A-Appendix C (Gross Floor Area Calculation Table) to be completed by Consultant.

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DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN PERMITS

Document No DRG-01 Rev. 4 06/24/2008

3.3.2. Landscape Plan (colored), showing a) Hardscape footpaths, walkways, plazas, courtyards, ramps etc. b) Softscape water features, pools, lawn, garden terraces etc. c) Free-standing structures gazebo, pergolas, tensile structure etc. 3.3.3. Site Plan, showing a) The location and layout of the site with boundary lines/plot limits verged in red. b) The outline of the building to be erected or building works to be carried out in color or otherwise. c) The north point and the number of the lot and adjoining lots in accordance to the affection plan issued by the Municipality. d) The distance between the new building to be erected or the building works to be carried out and the lot boundary. e) The retaining wall structure (if any) and perimeter fencing / gate / boundary wall. f) The existing and proposed platform levels and slopes. g) The ingress and egress to the site, to include clear markings of fire engine access way. 3.3.4. Plans, showing a) The purpose of every room or space in the building. b) The finished floor level and the structural slab level. c) The types of materials to be used for the main elements of the buildings. d) The grid lines or dimensions between columns, corridors, staircase landing and the thickness of walls and columns. e) The number on car lot and total provision, if it is to be used for car parking. f) The gradient of slope for ramps, pedestrians and vehicular. g) The type of plant, equipment or water tank proposed to be installed and the location of the equipment and every plant room or water tank room.

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DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN PERMITS

Document No DRG-01 Rev. 4 06/24/2008

h) Clear statements indicating every part of the building that is to be air-conditioned or mechanically ventilated. i) The reference section lines and elevation references on all plans. j) In respect of the ground floor The existing and proposed platform levels of the site and adjoining lots. The relationship between the internal and adjoining external spaces. The distance between the new building and the lot boundary. k) Other details or plans if required by the Building Permit Directorate. 3.3.5. Elevations, showing a) All architectural elevations/ facades of building(s) within the development. b) The grid lines or dimensions consistent with those on the floor plans. c) The finished floor level of each storey and the overall building height. d) Any cut-out spaces with suitable markings. e) All glazing components with suitable notations and symbols. f) Annotated finished materials for the building envelope. 3.3.6. Sections, showing a) The name of every space in the building traversed by the section line. b) The clear headroom of every space in the building. c) The vehicular ramps in car parking structure(s) above & below ground level. d) Any atrium space and/or high volumetric spaces in the building. e) The vertical circulation of the building eg. staircases, escalators, lifts etc. f) Perimeter gates, retaining walls, tunnels and suspended structure(s) eg. canopies, bridges etc.

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DRAWINGS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN PERMITS

Document No DRG-01 Rev. 4 06/24/2008

3.3.7. Details, showing a) typical staircase details b) typical building faade details c) canopy details d) skylight details e) boundary wall details f) any others (as requested)

END OF PROCEDURE

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APPLICABLE DESIGN CODES AND STANDARDS

Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION DCS-01 Rev. 2 Date 6/25/2007

In addition to Abu Dhabi Municipality, Building Regulations and Guidelines, the following list of design codes and standards would be acceptable. 2.0 THE RECOGNIZED CODES

All new construction in Abu Dhabi after April 1st, 2006 should conform to one of the model codes listed hereafter: International Building Code, 2006 edition Published by the International Code Council www.iccsafe.org Building Regulations and Guidelines Green Book Municipality of Abu Dhabi 1994 Edition The following table provides a list of acceptable design codes and standards: Applicable Standards BSI
British Standards Institution

Edition Latest edition Latest edition Latest edition -

Comments Overall Construction Concrete Construction Structural Steel Works Uniform Building Code for Seismic Design

ACI
American Concrete Institute

AISC
American Institute for Steel Construction

UBC 1997 3.0 USE OF ONE CODE ONLY

It is crucial that the designer does not design a building using two different international codes. The designer should decide well in advance the code he intends to use and ensure that the same is used throughout the design and construction phase. If it became necessary to combine the two international standards, for example the Contractor may have to use steel produced to the British Standards for the design to AISC standards, the design consultant should carefully verify that the substitution will not have an adverse effect on the integrity of the structure designed and shall submit approval letter to BPD prior to job commencement. 4.0 MIXING OF CODE PROVISIONS

Mixing of different code provisions is not allowed unless an application for alternate materials and methods is submitted with the drawings and/or specifications for approval. END OF PROCEDURE ___________________________________________________________________
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
Document No 1.0 INTRODUCTION ARC-01 Rev. 4 24/06/2008

This section explains in detail the scope of the architectural approval. It elucidates on the procedures required by the Municipality to carry out an unbiased and uniform architectural assessment as part of the Municipality aim to better serve each development application. A complete set of architectural drawings in approved DWF format as described in DRG-01-Rev 4 shall be submitted for the initial architectural approval. 2.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this review is to ensure that the building complies with applicable code as outlined in DCS-01-Rev.2 3.0 APPLICATION FORM & CHECKLIST

The Consultant is to complete the following forms and checklists at the beginning of Stage 2 Preliminary Planning & Concept Approval : a) Application form ( FM-001 ) Request for Architectural Approval b) Architectural Checklist ( FM-001A ) Planning & Building Design c) Declaration & Calculation Forms (FM-001A Appendix) : (i) FM-001A Appendix A-CP-Rev1 (Car Park Calculation Table) (ii) FM-001A Appendix B-SF-Rev1 (Sanitary Facilities/Fitting Calculation Table) (iii) FM-001A Appendix C-GFA (Gross Floor Area Calculation Table) 4.0 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

The following documents are the minimum requirement for architectural approval: 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 GFA Summary Drawing Sheet (see DRG-01-Rev4) Exterior elevations (in color). Perspectives exploring all sides of building (in color). Design narrative and building use. Floor plan. 4.5.1 Basement Plan if applicable. 4.5.2 Ground floor plan. 4.5.3 Mezzanine floor plan. 4.5.4 Typical floor plan. 4.5.5 Penthouse plans if applicable. 4.5.6 Roof Plan. Sections and details.

4.6

See DRG-01-Rev 4 for additional drawings, formats and more specific information on detailed drawings. 5.0 APPROVAL BY OTHER AUTHORITIES:
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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
Document No ARC-01 Rev. 4 24/06/2008

In addition to the authorities described in BCC-01 item 6.0, other relevant authority approval may be required by the Building Permits Directorate where applicable. Subject to the type, location and complexity of the development, the Building Permits Directorate will advise the consultant accordingly.

6.0

PROJECT PRESENTATION:

Depending on the complexity of the development and dynamic nature of the design, the Building Permits Directorate will inform the project team ie. consultants, engineers, project manager to prepare a project presentation for the concerned members from the Municipality. The project team is expected to deliver a comprehensive and concise project summary with emphasis on the following aspects of the proposal: a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) i) j) k) l) m) Design concept and planning strategy Land use, zoning and phasing Population density Project mobilization date and expected completion date Site accessibility vehicular and pedestrian Car parking zoning and management Life safety strategy Logistics and waste management Environmental and sustainability strategy Landscaping Wind impact assessment (if applicable) Design for building security (if applicable) Handicap and public amenities provision

The project team is not required to go in-depth into specialized and technical details, and should limit the presentation to less than 30 minutes and commit 15 minutes for Question & Answer. Once the municipality is satisfied, the consultants can then proceed to submit the developed design drawings for approval. In addition to the responsibility of the consultant / designer to comply with the applicable codes and standards described in DCS-01-Rev.2, the onus of ensuring quality, safety and compliance to the Master Plan guidelines shall remain the responsibility of the developer. (see GR-01-Rev.2, item 2.2 )

7.0

TIMELINE FOR APPROVAL

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ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL
Document No ARC-01 Rev. 4 24/06/2008

The municipality will process the architectural approval or issue a clear correction list / commented drawings within Ten (10) working days of receiving complete submittal as per 4.0 Documents Required for approval. If the Municipality deems the submittal as incomplete and issues the authority comments (via email and/or return of commented drawings). The Municipality will refer to this issuance as the First Correction". The applicant should respond to the corrections requested within 30 days (45 days for large projects) to avoid permit application expiration. Once the corrected documents are resubmitted, the municipality will have 10 working days to perform a 2nd review. If documents still have corrections to be made the municipality will issue a "Second Correction" and so forth up to a maximum of 3 reviews. If the same non-compliance persists after the 3rd review or resubmission, the Building Permits Directorate reserves the right to cancel the application and the applicant shall make a fresh submission and pay the applicable fees to the municipality unless the Consultant can provide valid reasons for extension.

END OF PROCEDURE

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Department of Municipalities & Agriculture Abu Dhabi Municipality Building Permits Directorate Phone 678-8888 Fax 677-2003

Request for Architectural Approval

Owner Name and Contact information (stamped & signed by Owner)

Area

Sector

Plot

Consultant Name and Contact Information (stamped and signed by Consultant)

Contractor Name and Contact Information (stamped and signed by Contractor)

Office Use:

FM-001

Rev 0