DCCA Free Zones
Tecom / DCCA Approval
Design and creative clusters — DCCA pathway
Authority
Tecom / DCCA
Location
DCCA Free Zones
Typical work
Fit-out • MEP • Change of use
What is Tecom / DCCA Approval?
TECOM/DCCA approvals for design districts and creative clusters.
Who needs it?
Tenants, owners and contractors undertaking fit-out, MEP or structural changes in this jurisdiction.
When?
Before works start — submission, review, comments, then NOC/inspection.
Typical documents
- Trade license & tenancy / title
- Affection plan / site plan
- Architectural & MEP drawings
- NOC from building management
- Authority forms where applicable
Documents may vary depending on project type, scope and authority requirements.
Not sure what you need? → Send your drawingsHow the approval journey works
Depending on scope and authority requirements.
01
Project Assessment
Scope, location and available documents.
02
Engineering Review
Drawings and authority requirements check.
03
Document Preparation
Prepare technical documentation.
04
Authority Submission
Submit via applicable portal.
05
Comments & Revisions
Address authority comments.
06
Approval / Handover
NOC, inspection, outcome documentation.
Common reasons drawings may require revision
- Missing information
- Drawing coordination issues
- MEP conflicts
- Inconsistent project information
- Incomplete documentation
- Load/service information gaps
- Submission standards
- Scope changes during review
Phased as common project issues that may require clarification — not official authority rules unless verified.
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What approval do you need?
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