Starting a Construction Services Business in the UAE

Construction business activities encompass a wide range of tasks and operations involved in planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining buildings, infrastructure, and other physical structures. These activities can vary depending on the type of construction project, scale, and specific requirements.

Here are some common activities within the construction business:

Planning and Design: This involves initial conceptualization, feasibility studies, architectural and engineering design, and obtaining necessary permits and approvals.

Site Preparation: Clearing land, grading, excavation, and other preparatory work before construction begins.

Foundation Construction: Building the structure’s base or foundation provides stability and support.

Structural Construction: Erecting the framework of the building or structure, including walls, floors, roofs, and other load-bearing elements.

Installation of Utilities: Plumbing, electrical, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), and other utility systems are installed during this phase.

Interior Finishing: Adding interior elements such as drywall, flooring, painting, cabinetry, and fixtures.

Exterior Finishing: Applying exterior finishes such as siding, roofing, windows, and doors.

Landscaping and Site Development: Enhancing the surroundings of the structure with landscaping, parking lots, sidewalks, and other site amenities.

Quality Control and Assurance: Monitoring construction processes to ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and quality standards.

Project Management: Overseeing the entire construction process, including scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination of subcontractors and suppliers.

Safety Management: Implementing safety protocols and measures to protect workers and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Maintenance and Renovation: Providing ongoing maintenance services and renovating or upgrading existing structures.

The business activity that falls under construction services are:

4320.00 Electrical, plumbing, and other construction installation activities

This category encompasses essential installation activities vital for the operational functionality of buildings, including electrical systems, plumbing for water, gas, and sewage, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, and elevator installations.

Other requirements:

• Third-party approval: This business activity doesn’t require any third-party approval before acquiring the business license.
• Filing of Economic Substance Return: This business activity is exempt from this requirement.
• Anti-money laundering compliance: This business activity is exempt from this requirement.

4322.00 Plumbing, heat, and air-conditioning installation

This group of business activities includes the following:

4322.01 Installation in buildings or other construction projects of:

• Heating systems (electric, gas, and oil).
• Furnaces, cooling towers.
• Non-electric solar energy collectors.
• Plumbing and sanitary equipment.
• Ventilation, refrigeration, or air-conditioning equipment and ducts.
• Gas fittings.
• Steam piping.
• Fire sprinkler systems.
• Lawn sprinkler systems.

4322.02 Solar energy systems installation

Solar energy systems installation services involve the setup and integration of solar panels, inverters, and associated components onto buildings or properties. These services encompass design, installation, and connection to electrical grids or off-grid systems, enabling the harnessing of renewable solar energy for power generation.

Other requirements:

• Third-party approval: This business activity doesn’t require any third-party approval before acquiring the business license.
• Filing of Economic Substance Return: This business activity is exempt from this requirement.
• Anti-money laundering compliance: This business activity is exempt from this requirement.

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