Abu Dhabi imposes Dh5,000 fine for buildings without elevator maintenance contracts
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said a Dh5,000 fine will be imposed due to the absence of a maintenance contract for the elevator with an accredited maintenance entity.
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- Building owners must ensure their elevators have a valid maintenance contract with an accredited maintenance entity to avoid the Dh5,000 fine. This applies to all existing buildings and facilities under construction, except independent private houses and residential homes.
Abu Dhabi has reminded building owners of penalties regarding elevator maintenance contracts in the emirate. The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said a Dh5,000 fine will be imposed for the absence of a maintenance contract for the elevator with an accredited maintenance entity. These penalties apply to all existing buildings and facilities or those under construction, except for independent private houses and residential homes. The violation is according to the Cabinet Resolution No. (24) of 2012 regarding the organization of Civil Defense services in the country. The authority recently warned building owners of a Dh10,000 fine for failure to meet safety and fire prevention conditions regarding the steam boiler room, and a Dh10,000 penalty for installing illuminated advertising boards on building facades without prior approval.
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Reported by: Khaleej Times 4 Aug 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Khaleej Times →
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What do I need to do?
Building owners must ensure their elevators have a valid maintenance contract with an accredited maintenance entity to avoid the Dh5,000 fine. This applies to all existing buildings and facilities under construction, except independent private houses and residential homes.
Who reported this?
Khaleej Times (UAE).
When was it announced?
4 Aug 2026.
Where can I read the original?
Read the original at Khaleej Times: https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/abu-dhabi-5000-fine-building-owners-no-elevator-maintenance-contract
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