{
  "id": 367958,
  "title": "Abu Dhabi: Dh5,000 fine for buildings without lift maintenance contracts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/abu-dhabi-dh5-000-fine-for-buildings-without-lift-maintenance",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-09T08:13:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-dh5000-fine-for-buildings-without-lift-maintenance-contracts-1.500635234"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A new regulation in Abu Dhabi requires owners of buildings and commercial establishments to maintain an approved lift maintenance contract or face a fine of Dh5,000, according to the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority. This rule, part of the UAE's civil defence regulations, aims to protect building occupants by ensuring lifts are in proper working order. The requirement does not apply to standalone private homes. Regular lift maintenance helps identify potential safety hazards before they become serious issues. The authority emphasizes that this regulation is a crucial preventive measure to enhance building safety and minimize casualties in emergencies.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has warned owners of buildings and commercial establishments that failing to maintain an approved lift maintenance contract is a violation that carries a Dh5,000 fine, urging compliance with safety regulations designed to protect building occupants. The authority said the requirement is part of the UAE's civil defence regulations, including Cabinet…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}