Home modification guidelines

Home modification guidelines regulate all alterations undertaken in your community, excluding those carried out by the developer.

Home modification guidelines help familiarise homeowners with the objectives, scope and application of design standards to maintain the aesthetics of the entire community.

How can you apply?

Residents can apply for a home modification No Objection Certificate (NOC) once logged in using the LOG IN button on the top right corner of this website. A home modification guide and video guides are available to help with the application process.

What about my contractor?

Your appointed contractors can now register and apply for community entry permits online at ecmpermits.ae, where they will find useful video guides in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Bangla.

Why are home modification guidelines important?

  • Control the appearance of the community’s common areas and buildings.
  • Preserve the design and architectural quality of the community.
  • Recognise the varying needs of homeowners and occupants, while upholding the common interest of all.
  • Maintain the aesthetic standards that make the community an attractive and desirable place to reside or operate a business.
  • Uphold the property values for homeowners.
  • Note: The home modification guidelines exclude alterations carried out by or on behalf of the developer

What building standards should I follow while carrying out works at my home?

  • Ensure only high quality (and where possible, new) materials are used.
  • Comply with community and local laws and regulations.
  • Enlist reputable, properly qualified, experienced and licensed professional suppliers.
  • Ensure works are carried out in a proper, workmanlike and timely manner, in which the least inconvenience is caused to other homeowners and occupiers.
  • Refrain from carrying out any activities before all necessary certifications (including any engineer’s certification and the like) have been obtained to ensure that they do not impact the structural integrity of the building or community.
  • Ensure that the community is clean and tidy at all times during and after the works.

What happens if I fail to follow the home modification guidelines?

Failure to comply with the architectural guidelines, and any damages to the community common areas will result in a Notice of Violation being issued. The damage will be rectified in line with community standards and the cost of rectification will be charged to the unit owner.

Note: Alterations, additions, and decorations to the exterior of the unit or any part of the common areas, including but not limited to doors, windows and window coverings, are prohibited.

A homeowner or occupant who undertakes any work indemnifies and maintains the indemnity to other homeowners or occupants against any loss that may be suffered resulting from any defective work undertaken as well as the entry of any contractors into the community.

Log onto your community portal and select ‘Home Modifications’ for altering or making modifications to your villa.