SHAMS Real Estate Regulations 2024chapter by chapter

RE Regs 6-7.2Activities and address

Licensees must conduct substantial activities from a registered physical address in the City with a valid Lease or Occupancy Agreement.

RE Regs 7.4Change of address

Companies must notify the Authority of any change of physical address in writing within ten Business Days following the change.

RE Regs 8.1-8.4Leases and licences

Every company must maintain a compliant lease, operate from permitted premises, and renew agreements on time to avoid penalties.

RE Regs 9.2-9.3, 9.5, 9.7, 10.2-10.3Use of premises

Premises must be used for Permitted Use only, fitted according to guidelines, and cannot be shared without prior approval.

RE Regs 9.8Maintenance

Tenants must maintain land and facilities per the lease terms; Authority maintains structures unless otherwise stated in the lease.

RE Regs 9.12Lease renewal

Companies must notify the Authority in writing three months before lease expiry about renewal intentions and respond to terms within 14 days.

RE Regs 11, 13Lease termination

Tenants must pay all dues, vacate premises properly, and notify the Authority upon lease termination to maintain their license.

RE Regs 12.1-12.2Waste and hazardous materials

Companies must safely dispose of waste, immediately report any hazardous leaks, and comply with environmental laws regarding hazardous materials.

RE Regs 12.3-12.4Sustainability

A Company or Branch must implement a sustainability strategy, track energy use, and assist with carbon-related compliance as required by law.

RE Regs 12.5Pollution

Companies causing pollution must conduct audits, notify the Authority, remove pollution, and cover related monitoring costs.

RE Regs 14.1-14.2Construction

Companies constructing facilities must obtain necessary permits, comply with regulations, allow authority access, and use industry-standard materials.

RE Regs 14.3-14.5Completion and occupation

Companies must submit a building completion certificate and obtain specific approvals before occupancy or connecting services post-construction.

RE Regs 14.6-14.7Signage

Signage requires prior approval from the Authority, adhering to specified size and design standards, and prohibits illuminated signs without consent.

RE Regs 15.5-15.6Inspections

Third-party inspections of premises require prior Authority consent, and companies must notify the Authority of such approaches and cooperate fully.

RE Regs 16.1-16.2, 16.5Insurance

Companies must hold valid insurance for properties and comply with specific insurance requirements outlined in their agreements.

RE Regs 17.2-17.3, 17.5-17.7Traffic

Licensees must ensure drivers, operators, and vehicles are licensed, roadworthy, and comply with Authority traffic rules and delivery protocols.

RE Regs 19, 21.2Fees and VAT

Fees payable to the Authority are exclusive of VAT, which must also be paid when applicable.

RE Regs 20Statistics

All Licensees and operators must assist the Authority in compiling necessary statistical reports.

RE Regs 23.3, 23.6Fines recovery

Unpaid fines after 90 days may be deducted from amounts owed to the Licensee or combined with licence renewal fees for debt recovery.

RE Regs Schedule 1 (Category A)Tariff of penalties

Penalties apply for failing to notify address changes and not renewing lease agreements in a timely manner.

RE Regs Schedule 2 para 3.3Community Rules

If an enforcement notice is ignored, the Authority can impose penalties and initiate enforcement actions, detailing defaults and remedies.

RE Regs Schedule 2 paras 4-5Community Rules

Users must keep assigned storage areas secure, store food properly, and avoid damaging infrastructure without approval, with users responsible for losses.

RE Regs Schedule 2 paras 6-9Community Rules

Occupiers and licensees must not disturb others or engage in unauthorized activities in common areas of communities.