Fit-out projects in Dubai — offices, retail units, restaurants — run on tight timelines with fixed handover dates. One of the most common causes of fit-out rework is designing against inaccurate or outdated base drawings of the existing space.
What a Fit-Out Survey Captures
- Accurate internal dimensions — wall positions, column locations, floor-to-ceiling and floor-to-slab heights
- Level variations — existing floor levels that affect flooring build-ups and accessibility compliance
- MEP as-existing — visible services, connection points, and ceiling void conditions
- Structural features — beams, downstands and openings that constrain the design
Measured Survey vs 3D Laser Scanning
| Approach | Best For |
|---|---|
| Traditional measured survey | Simple, open units where key dimensions suffice |
| 3D laser scanning | Complex spaces, congested ceiling voids, heritage interiors, or when a Revit model is needed |
Fit-Out Approvals in Dubai
Depending on the building and free zone, fit-out permits may be required from Dubai Municipality, the landlord, or authorities like Trakhees or DDA. Accurate as-existing drawings speed up every one of these approval routes — and the final as-built survey documents the completed works for handover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a fit-out survey take?
A typical office or retail unit takes a few hours on site, with CAD drawings delivered within 24–48 hours — fast enough to fit inside even aggressive fit-out programmes.
Can you produce a Revit model of the existing unit?
Yes — via 3D laser scanning and Scan-to-BIM, we can deliver an as-existing Revit model at the LOD your designers need.
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