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Review and Approval of Hydro-Dynamic Studies

Review of hydrodynamic studies and assessments carried out by qualified consultancy engineering firms on behalf of individuals or organizations which aims to assess various engineering applications and development works taking place within coastal and marine areas and identify any potential impacts on hydrodynamic processes as well as any necessary mitigations or preventive measures.

Required Attachments

  • A copy of the title deed.
  • A copy of the owner's smart card (both sides) or a copy of the commercial registration for organizations and companies.
  • A letter from the owner or authorized applicant addressed to the Urban Planning and Development Authority requesting Review and Approval of Hydro-Dynamic Studies. If the applicants are heirs, the letter must be signed by all of them.
  • A copy of the latest survey certificate.
  • An electronic copy of the report (PDF)showing the effect of tamping on the hydrodynamic situation.
  • An electronic copy of the project’s master plan map and a map showing the boundaries of the reclamation in pdf format (dgn, cad or shape).
  • If the land includes aqueducts: a pdf electronic copy (dgn, cad or shape) of a cross section of the aqueducts.
  • Data of the consulting company prepared for the hydrodynamic study. (Direct contact number and e-mail).

If the land includes water channels:

  • A cross-sectional map of the water channels in PDF format and one in one of the following formats: DGN, CAD or SHAPE.

If the applicant is authorized to represent the owner:

  • A copy of the authorization letter. , View Document
  • The authorized person’s smart card.

If the applicant is a company:

  • A copy of the Commercial Register of Companies and Companies with the Registry Extracts among those authorized to sign.
  • A copy of the authorization letter.
  • Smart card copies of all legitimate heirs.

If the applicant is authorized to represent the owner

  • A copy of the authorization letter
  • The authorized person’s smart card.
  • Smart card copies of all legitimate heirs.

Legal Regulations

  • Decision No. (16) of 2005 regarding the prohibition of backfilling (reclamation) lands with marine waters without a license

Process Time

  • 25 Working Days

Service Provider

Urban Planning and Development Authority

Service Processes

  • Fill out the application form.
  • Submit the required documents.
  • Submit the application via the website, email or attending in person.
  • Study the application.
  • Coordinate with the relevant entities (if required).
  • Notify the applicant of the result.
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