New Law

Violations will be classified into three categories, minor, moderate and serious, to guide the level of administrative penalty imposed

Officials say the move reflects Dubai’s ongoing efforts to maintain high standards of construction and protect residents, tenants and investors

The rules will also apply to public venues and large events, where safety procedures must be followed to protect visitors and participants

The rights include usufruct (beneficial use), leaseholds, and other interests, but will be subject to geographic and usage-based restrictions