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Ownership, operations & property services · Dubai Land Department / Mollak

Dubai owners’ committee: role and limitations

An owners’ committee represents owner interests within the jointly owned property framework, but the licensed management entity remains responsible for management functions. Committee powers are not unlimited.

Reviewed by Rapid Deals: 6 Aug 2026Next scheduled review: 6 Oct 2026Level: regulated
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Check the project category, membership, approved committee record, meeting decisions and management-company obligations before treating a committee instruction as binding.

What to check

  • Committee formation and members
  • Project category
  • Meeting and decision record
  • Management company responsibility
  • Service-charge status

Common mistakes

  • Calling the committee a homeowners association with unrestricted powers
  • Giving instructions outside its role
  • Ignoring conflicts or unpaid service charges
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