Guides & costs
The short answer
Practical guides for homeowners and tenants in Dubai: who you may legally hire, which approvals your renovation needs, and what renovations typically cost. Every guide opens with a short answer, cites its sources and shows the date we last checked it.
Dubai's Contractor Register (Law No. 7 of 2025) What the new register means for homeowners and contractors, with the key dates. Read the guide Villa renovation approvals in Dubai Who approves what: community NOCs, the permit authority for your area, and consultants. Read the guide Villa renovation costs in Dubai Published price ranges per sq ft, by villa size and by room, plus typical timelines. Read the guide How to choose a contractor in Dubai A 10-point checklist: licence, register, approvals, quotes, payments and contracts. Read the guide Emaar home modification NOC When Emaar villa owners need approval, how to apply, and what is not allowed. Read the guide Dubai engineering consultant law (Law 14 of 2025) Who must register with Dubai Municipality, the deadlines, and what it means for your permit. Read the guide Annual maintenance contracts in Dubai What an AMC usually covers, published prices, and how to compare it with pay-per-visit. Read the guide How to check a contractor's licence in Dubai Step by step: DET licence lookup, free-zone registers, Contractor Register status and trade approvals. Read the guide Contractor insurance in Dubai: what to ask for CAR, third-party liability, worker injury cover, 10-year decennial liability and what to ask to see. Read the guide Nakheel home modification NOC When Nakheel owners need a NOC, how to apply, the Trakhees permit, and what is restricted. Read the guide Pergola, carport and garden room approvals in Dubai Which outdoor structures need a developer NOC or a permit, by developer and authority. Read the guide