NIP - Development Control Regulation – Industrial Date: 14th Oct 2024_Rev02
Plot Parameters General Conditions & Definitions
General Notes:
Land Use Industrial • Provided drawings and sketches within this document are for illustration purposes only.
• All dimensions, coordinates and massing intent as shown are approximate, not scaled and for information only.
• Unless stated otherwise, The Master developer design control regulation takes precedent on other guidelines.
GFA As per Master Plan • The Master developer reserves the right to revise the design control information from time to time as deemed necessary.
• It is the plot’s owner responsibility to secure all governmental regulatory authorities' approvals on proposed design without any liability
Industrial Use: 80% of BUA towards the master developer’s side.
GFA Distribution (SQM) • Any information not explicitly mentioned in these guidelines should be followed in accordance with Trakhees & DBCD (Dubai Building
Office: 20% of BUA Code) regulations.
• It is the responsibility of the developer(s) to obtain relevant No Objection Certificates (NOC) from the Master developer and Trakhees in
Minimum: 20% addition to relevant authorities, including but not limited to, DCD, DEWA , DCAA, Du, Etisalat, RTA, etc.
Plot Coverage (%)
Maximum: 60% (including shade structure) GFA Definition:
• Measurement used by Planning Authorities in Dubai to define the floor area ratio (FAR), where FAR is the ratio of GFA to plot area. The
Warehouse: G + Mezzanine / 20m building GFA is the sum of the GFA of all floors, measured to the exterior surface of the external wall thickness and from the centerlines of
Height
Office: G+3 / 20m the common walls joining two spaces. The measurement excludes external wall features such as corniches, brackets, and façade cladding
materials.
5.5m from all sides & Minimum 3m horizontal distance Built-up Area Definition:
Setbacks
between two buildings/structure/use • The Total constructed area in a building or a structure measured from the external walls of the building, inclusive of balconies, terraces and
other projections, as well as any other covered spaces such as covered parking structures, circulation corridors, loading/unloading bays,
Parking Surface Parking basements, service floors, indoor swimming pools and any other permanent structures on the plot.
Plot Coverage:
• The Horizontal area occupied by main and annex buildings on the same plot, calculated from the external walls or roofed projection in the
Roadside: Concrete Wall of min Height 2m ground or upper floors (whichever has more projection). Nonfunctional beautification less than 0.45 meter shall not be included in the
Boundary Wall coverage calculation.
Sides: Concrete Wall of min Height 2m / Chain Link Fence.
Development Map Indicative Plan Design Requirements
Design Control Regulations:
• These guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for the planning, design, construction, and operation of industrial in National Industries
Park (NIP) in Dubai. Strict adherence to these guidelines is crucial to ensure the safety, efficiency, and compliance with local regulations.
• The developer shall comply with the master developer's plot development guidelines, zonal guidelines, urban design and architectural design
character of the project
• The exact size and location of the plot boundary is defined by the approved affection plan issued by Trakhees.
• It is the responsibility of the individual plot developer to undertake the plot topographical studies and mitigate any level difference with the
adjacent plots.
• Mezzanine level will be counted towards the allowed number of levels; it is considered as a part of the maximum building height. Mezzanine
occupancy to be a maximum of 60% of the floor dedicated to manufacturing and warehouse.
Vehicle Access and Parking Standards
• Exact location of vehicular parking access (entry/exit) and pedestrian access points should be established as determined in the master plan
and approved by the Master Developer/RTA/Trakhees.
• Truck maneuvering, loading and unloading areas should be provided within the plot boundary. Entry & Exit to and from the plot should be
driving forward only.
• The site layout shall allow for loading and unloading of vehicles to take place within the boundary. Adequate parking spaces shall be provided
within the plot limits.
• Trucks are not permitted to park on major roads.
Indicative Massing Indicative Section • Vehicle entry and exit points must adhere to the turning radius and dimensions outlined in the Dubai Building Code requirements.
• Vehicle Design should comply with Trakhees & Dubai Building Code parking requirement.
Infrastructure Provision
• The developer must adhere to the utility allocations designated for the plot and follow the specific connection scheme provided by the
Master Developer.
• Access to the plot across service corridors shall be paved after installation of service ducts. The developer should take measures to ensure
the protection of the existing services. All costs shall be borne by the client.
• Access to the plot should be clear of any above ground services in the service corridor and the cost of any relocations or modifications shall
be borne by the client.
• If required by the authority, the designated pocket substation should fit within the plot limits.
• The responsibility for ensuring complete compatibility with provided utilities, location, levels, etc., lies with the third-party developer and/or
their representative.
• No direct access to the Port main distributor road and dual carriageway will be allowed.
• The plot owner can use the existing roads and utility easement, subject to authorities' approvals, with any associated fees borne by the client.
The plot owner is responsible for conducting the necessary studies/approvals for traffic and infrastructure, considering the existing Right-of-
Way (ROW) within the plot.
• Any changes in the allocated utility demand require approval from the master developer and are subject to applicable fees.
Disclaimer:
All massing, dimensions and drawings are appropriate and conditions surrounding the site plan are subject to change without notice. Actual dimensions and area may vary from the plan. The developer reserves the right to make revisions to the plan prior to the issuance of the final affection plan. There may minor variations and chamfers to the plans to accommodate utilities.