Move to replace Dubai building facades after series of fires
Dubai Land Department move aims to reduce the incidence of fire accidents in Dubai
The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has begun a programme to replace non-fire-resistant building facades across Dubai through its regulatory arm, the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA).
A report by WAM said that the project will demonstrate the authority’s dedication to taking proactive and preventative measures that will reduce the incidence of fire accidents in Dubai. It added that the project has been specifically launched to save lives and ensure the safety of residents, while also preserving the emirate’s reputation as a destination for business, investment, travel and accommodation.
“By replacing building facades that do not comply with our fire resistance safety requirements, we are supporting DLD’s vision of making Dubai the world’s safest residential and investment destination,” remarked Mohammed Khalifa bin Hammad, senior director of RERA.
“As DLD prioritises safety, investor confidence and customer happiness, it is implementing proactive solutions through its specialised departments to provide protection for both investors and residents,” he added.
The project was launched based on the security, safety and environmental requirements of the Dubai Municipality and the Civil Defence Department, RERA said.
The report added that it is now strongly recommending all house owners work in collaboration with the city’s real estate developers to replace non-fire-resistant building facades.
