Living in Abu Dhabi

Builders & Decorators

If you’re an expat with your own home in Abu Dhabi then you’ll be in a relatively new development. However, should you decide that either interior or exterior alterations are needed you need to be a little careful. While the Municipality of Abu Dhabi allows you to seek architectural approval for modifications to existing buildings as well as for pathways and car shades, you may find that your property developer will have its own ideas on what can and cannot be done.

Stricter rules
In master developments, for instance, there are strict rules regarding the consistency between properties and changes may have to remain within the general layout of the design. And if you are given permission to carry out your alterations then you may be required to use one of the companies that your developer already works with. Often, for smaller projects, the contractor you hire can arrange approval itself, saving time and effort on your part. Just make sure you’ve got a reputable contractor on your side. Ask people you trust from references or perhaps start with these options: Dwellings Group and Abu Mohison General Maintenance & Contracting.

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