With the launch of the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033, a clear roadmap has been established to strengthen the sector by increasing transaction volumes and enhancing its global appeal to investors. This strategy aims to drive a transformative shift, prioritising sustainability and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading regional and global real estate hub.

Dubai offers more than just property ownership—in addition to attractive yields, it offers a high-quality lifestyle, safety, and unparalleled opportunities, making the market increasingly desirable and attractive for long-term investment.

For many, however, navigating this process can be daunting and time consuming. This is where a Technical Due Diligence (TDD) process can help provide some clarity. Professional surveys and inspections are critical to any property transaction and optimisation strategy.

Understanding the client’s investment motivation and strategy is the first step in any due diligence process. Investors must consider:

• Are they purchasing a freehold or leasehold property?
• Will they own and occupy the property, or is it a long-term investment?
• Is the property multi-occupied with existing tenants and leases?
• Are there plans for major construction or redevelopment in the future?
• Assumptions should be clearly outlined and agreed upon, based on the client’s risk profile, and exit strategy.

Informed Decision-Making Through TDD

A TDD survey provides investors with a clear picture of a property’s condition, future costs, and potential risks. It goes beyond identifying current defects and provides a strategic assessment of future maintenance requirements and capital expenditure (CapEx) over time. This includes replacement of the major equipment, refurbishment of various areas, etc. This will enable the client to gauge an idea of how much money will need to be set aside leading-up to the time of replacement, refurbishment, etc or provide the client an opportunity to negotiate the purchase price to offset the cost of immediate works required.

The TDD will also report on building documentation if available, future development, environmental issues, sustainability and energy management, and matters relating to tenanted buildings.

Why Choose Savills for Technical Due Diligence?

Our Chartered Building Surveyors bring international expertise, providing the professional insight expected from a global real estate leader.

While we do not offer financial investment advice, we deliver critical insights on the construction quality and repair history, current defects and ongoing maintenance obligations, future liabilities redevelopment potential.

No two TDD surveys are the same, which is why we emphasise the importance of a tailored approach. Understanding a client’s specific requirements—even those they may not have initially considered—ensures they receive the necessary information to make a well-informed decision.