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Converting a residential building to mixed use

Owais engineering team 1 min read

Converting a residential building to mixed use can significantly raise your property’s returns, but it requires a careful regulatory study.

What determines eligibility?

  • Street classification and width.
  • Permitted uses in the zone.
  • Parking and safety requirements.

Architectural changes

These usually include designing shops and commercial façades, separating residential entrances from shops, and providing the required emergency exits and safety systems.

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