Room additions, majlis extensions, garage conversions and upper-floor projects with feasibility, engineering, local approval coordination and complete finishes.
The short answer
A villa extension in Dubai is project-based — typically AED 60,000–120,000 for a garage conversion or maid's room, AED 120,000–200,000 for a room addition, and AED 250,000+ for a second floor, over 8–16 weeks.
Project-Based
This is our primary guide to villa extensions in Dubai. The scope can include structural assessment, architectural and engineering drawings, coordination with Dubai Municipality, the relevant authority and master developer, foundation and structural work, MEP integration, interior finishing and final inspections. A 3-Year Warranty applies to DLR workmanship under the signed contract. Most common extensions: en-suite maid rooms (AED 80,000-120,000), garage-to-living-room conversions (AED 60,000-100,000), new bedroom additions (AED 120,000-200,000), and full second-floor additions (AED 250,000+). Permit approval adds 2-4 weeks upfront and is handled entirely by our team. Projects outside Dubai are assessed through our UAE coverage pages. Feasibility, approval responsibilities and programme are property-specific and confirmed before contract.
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Representative project
Representative scope and planning allowance. Confirm the matching project record, inclusions and current material allowances during consultation.
Maid Room Extension
AED 80,000 – 120,000
En-suite maid room with AC and finishing
Garage Conversion
AED 60,000 – 100,000
Garage to living room/bedroom conversion
Room Addition
AED 120,000 – 200,000
New bedroom/living room extension
Second Floor Addition
AED 250,000+
Full upper floor with structural support
Prices are estimates. Get an exact, itemized quote with a free site visit.
Across the UAE, the lowest quote is rarely the final bill. We define the scope and put changes in writing.
Structural additions generally require consultant drawings and approvals from the relevant municipality or authority, and may also need a developer or community NOC. DLR confirms and coordinates the property-specific route.
A typical maid room or garage conversion takes 8-12 weeks. Larger extensions with structural work take 12-16 weeks. Permit approval adds 2-4 weeks upfront.
No. Feasibility depends on plot coverage, setbacks, structural capacity, title and community rules. DLR assesses the property and proposed addition before confirming a buildable scope.
Yes — a properly permitted extension adds both usable space and property value. Unpermitted modifications can create legal issues during resale, which is why we always obtain proper approvals.
Yes — 3-Year Warranty on all structural work, MEP, and interior finishing. Structural elements are built to last decades.
Free site visit + a fully itemized fixed quote + 3-Year Warranty. No hidden costs, no scope creep.