Dubai Municipality have sent out a circular to consultancy offices and construction companies informing them of new building regulations.
They say construction companies in Dubai can now issue building permits for a site before a contractor is appointed.
Building permits will now be issued immediately after the approval of the transactions and payment of licence fees.
However, construction cannot start on a project site unless a contractor is appointed.
Indian state shuts some Domino's, Pizza Hut outlets, citing hygiene lapses
The Indian state of Maharashtra has suspended the licences of four Domino's outlets after reporting grease residue in pizza-making machines and insect infestations, the latest move in an intensifying crackdown by food regulators.
ADNOC's XRG advances global gas strategy with Venezuela entry
XRG, ADNOC’s international energy investment company, has announced its entry into Venezuela through the award of the offshore Loran licence, and the transfer of interest in the licence by PDVSA Gas.
Iger, Kushner purchasing Lakers for record $12.5 billion
Venture capitalist Joshua Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger are set to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers, with the deal valued at a record $12.5 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter on Wednesday.
Chair of India's Tata to step down after tension with controlling charity
The chairman of India's largest conglomerate Tata Sons will not seek reappointment, he said, citing the board's lack of backing after tensions with the charitable arm that controls the group.
Emirates offers flyers to Dubai unlimited free date changes
Passengers flying to Dubai through Emirates can now change their travel dates free of charge in an unlimited capacity under a new measure announced by the airline to offer greater flexibility.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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