Occupancy Certificate

An occupancy certificate is official approval from Dubai Municipality confirming a building is safe and compliant for occupation, required before any residents can move in.

Certificate RequirementInspection
Completion certificateConstruction finished per approved plans
Fire safety certificateCivil Defense approval
Electrical safetyDEWA connection approval
Structural integrityEngineering sign-off
Accessibility complianceDisabled access requirements met
Environmental clearanceWaste and drainage systems approved
Process TimelineDuration
Developer applicationSubmit after construction complete
Municipality inspections2 to 6 weeks
Deficiency correctionsAdditional 2 to 8 weeks if issues found
Certificate issuanceAfter all approvals obtained
Title deed prerequisiteDLD requires occupancy certificate
ValidityPermanent unless building modified


Related Terms

Certificate of CompletionHandoverTitle Deed (Dubai)Digital Title DeedInterim Registration (Oqood vs. Title Deed)Fire Safety Certificate Building ApprovalHandover

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