Mostreno · Permits

Permits and approvals,
handled for you.

Most renovations in Dubai need an NOC from your community or building before work starts. We prepare the file, submit it and follow it up. You sign, and we tell you when it is approved.

Ask which permit you need Price your room first

How it works

  • We check which permit your home needs. It depends on your community and on the work: changing plumbing, wet areas or walls usually needs one, a fresh coat of paint usually does not.
  • We prepare the file: scope of work, drawings, our trade licence and the application.
  • You provide a copy of the title deed and your ID, sign the forms, and pay any refundable deposit directly to the community or building.
  • The fee goes on your quote at cost, exactly as charged. No markup.
  • Work starts once the permit is approved. We keep to your building's working hours.

Fees below are what communities charge or what was reported in 2026. Most do not publish an official price list, so we confirm the exact fee with your community before you sign.

Emaar

The Springs, The Meadows, The Lakes, The Greens, The Views, Emirates Hills, Arabian Ranches, Dubai Hills Estate, Downtown Dubai, Emaar towers in Dubai Marina, Dubai Creek Harbour, Emaar Beachfront, The Valley

Fee
About AED 2,000 to 3,000 for interior work, more for major work
Deposit
Refundable, about AED 5,000 for minor or 10,000 for major work, returned after Emaar checks the common areas
Time
5 to 15 working days
Work hours
Saturday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm. No Fridays or public holidays.

Nakheel

Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Jumeirah Islands, Jumeirah Park, Discovery Gardens, The Gardens, International City, Al Furjan

Fee
About AED 2,000 to 5,000, depending on the work
Deposit
Refundable, about AED 5,000 to 20,000
Time
7 to 15 days
Note
Palm Jumeirah also needs a Trakhees permit after the Nakheel NOC.

Trakhees

Palm Jumeirah (after the Nakheel NOC), Jebel Ali Free Zone

Fee
Set per project
Time
About 7 to 14 working days for the first review. Each change adds 5 to 10 days.

DAMAC

DAMAC Hills, DAMAC Hills 2, DAMAC Lagoons

Fee
About AED 1,000 to 2,500
How
Requested through the DAMAC Living app before work starts

Meraas

City Walk, Bluewaters, La Mer, Port de La Mer, Jumeirah Bay, Nad Al Sheba Gardens

Fee
Minor work: free. Major work: an admin fee set by Meraas.
Time
Minor 2 to 3 working days, major 10 working days

Dubai Development Authority

Dubai Media City, Dubai Internet City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Production City, Dubai Studio City

Fee
Official: AED 0.90 per sq ft, minimum 200, maximum 10,000, plus a 20 admin fee
Time
2 working days for a complete application. Valid 6 months.

Dubai Municipality

Other mainland buildings and villas

When
Only for bigger work: wet area remodels, moved plumbing or structure
Fee
About AED 500 to 3,500 when a permit is needed
Time
About 3 to 10 working days for the first review

Checked October 2026. Your community not listed? Ask us and we find out.

Questions

Do I need a permit to renovate in Dubai?

For most work beyond painting and small repairs, yes. Your community or building management issues an NOC, and some areas also need a second permit, such as Trakhees on Palm Jumeirah.

Who applies for the NOC?

We prepare and submit it for you. You sign, provide the title deed and ID copies, and pay any refundable deposit.

Do you add a markup on permit fees?

No. The official fee is added to your quote at cost, exactly as charged.

How long does an NOC take?

Usually 5 to 15 working days, depending on the community and the size of the job. Work starts once it is approved.