How to Get Trakhees Approval for Your Construction Project in Dubai

Construction projects in Dubai’s free zones are tightly regulated. One of the key authorities for permitting construction, structural modifications, and boundary demarcations is Trakhees, under the Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation (PCFC). If you ignore or mis-handle Trakhees approvals, you risk delays, fines, or even having to stop work. This article will help you understand how to get Trakhees approval for your project, step by step, and how to work with land demarcation as part of that process.

Why Trakhees Approval Matters

Free zone areas such as JAFZA, Dubai Maritime City, certain Nakheel areas, and Dubai World Central are under Trakhees jurisdiction.

Trakhees ensures construction meets safety, structural, environmental, fire safety, and zoning rules. Without approval:

• your permit may be rejected
• inspections might fail
• projects can be delayed or penalised

Also, plot boundaries must be correct: before you start construction, the land must be demarcated so legal boundaries match survey data and master plans.

Key Steps to Obtain Trakhees Approval for Construction Projects

• Define Project Scope & Zone

1. 1. • Determine whether your project is within a Trakhees-regulated free zone.
      • Identify if the work is new construction, modification, fit-out, or extension.

• Engage Qualified Consultants & Engineers

1. 1. • Trakhees requires approved / registered structural engineers, architects, and consultants.
      • Also required: geotechnical reports (soil test), structural design calculations per relevant codes (e.g. Eurocode, ACI etc.)

• Registration & Accreditation

1. 1. • Use the Trakhees online registration / e-permit / e-services portal.
      • Certain staff (engineers, consultants) must have Trakhees accreditation. Accreditation involves courses (Design & Guidelines, Building Regulations, Quality Control etc.), documents like visa copy, qualification certificates, company NOC.

• Prepare & Submit Required Documents

1. 1. • Documents usually include: site plan, architectural drawings, structural drawings, MEP drawings, fire safety plans / NOCs, geotechnical report, trade license, proof of ownership or lease, passport/visa copies.
      • For boundary issues, get a land demarcation certificate. The plot’s corners/boundaries must match official records.

• Pay Fees & Apply via Trakhees Portal

1. 1. • You’ll pay submission fees when applying via the portal. Fee amounts depend on project type, size, complexity.
      • Submit everything via the Trakhees e-services portal or “Trakhees online registration.”

• Review, Inspections & Revisions

1. 1. • Trakhees reviews submissions. Initial review may take several days (depending on completeness). Detailed review takes longer.
      • Inspections: structural inspections, site inspections, sometimes underground / utility / boundary inspections. Submit inspection requests appropriately; structural inspections have specific forms and checklists. For example, modification structural inspections require forms CF03a / CF03b etc.

• Approval & Permit Issuance

1. 1. • Once everything complies (drawings, inspections, boundary, safety, codes), Trakhees issues the permit.
      • If changes are needed, you’ll get comments and will have to resubmit.

• Follow-up & Compliance

1. • During construction, Trakhees may inspect for compliance.
   • At the end, a completion certificate may be required.

Typical Timeframes & Common Delays

• For simpler projects (e.g. villa modification or interior fit-out) the process may take 7-15 working days, if documentation is complete.
• More complex or large projects, or projects needing many inspections, take longer.
• Delays often stem from missing documents, un-stamped or unsigned forms, mismatched boundary information, or use of unapproved consultants.

Land Demarcation under Trakhees: Why It’s Essential

• Demarcation validates legal boundary lines of your plot. Without it, plan drawings may not align with official maps, leading to rejection.
• Trakhees land demarcation services in Dubai are mandatory in many cases before building permits are issued.
• The fee for demarcation (initial/final) is modest for simple plots (for example, 105 AED for inspection and 105 AED for certificate for up to 6 corners) plus extra per extra corner.

How to Handle Trakhees Approvals Smoothly: Best Practices

• Start early with boundary/land demarcation as part of planning
• Use consultants and engineers already accredited with Trakhees
• Double-check documents and stamps before submission
• Track your application status in the portal; respond quickly to any comments
• Prepare for site inspections: ensure layout, site fencing, drawings on-site match submitted documents

Lyca Survey: Your Partner for Trakhees Compliance

• We have carried out over 500 demarcation projects in Trakhees-regulated zones in the past two years.
• Our team includes certified surveyors, civil engineers, and accredited consultants who meet all Trakhees accreditation requirements.
• We submit boundary certificates, handle trakhees online registration, and ensure demarcation matches site, master plans, and legal records.
• In addition, Lyca Survey handles Trakhees construction services: drawing preparation (architectural, structural, MEP), inspections, and compliance verification.
• We also provide Trakhees land demarcation services in Dubai and Trakhees Demarcation Services in UAE with precision. Our services reduce the risk of delays by 30-40% compared to average turnaround, as our earlier projects show.
• All our work follows government standards, PCFC / Trakhees rules & regulations, and we maintain full documentation ready for inspections and audits.

If you want a partner who knows the Trakhees rules well, doesn’t let boundary errors slip, and can guide your construction project from registration through permit and final inspections, Lyca Survey is ready to help.

Get in Touch

Ready to streamline your application for land demarcation or begin the permitting process? Contact Lyca Survey now. We’ll provide clear guidance, help prepare your submissions, and ensure compliance with Trakhees standards including underground inspection when needed. Reach out to start your project on solid ground.