- Collect official plot references + UAEPASS readiness.
- Articulate storey programme + budget ceiling.
- Expose utility constraints anecdotes known from neighbours.
- Demand consultant revision policy up front.
| Owner | Consultant | Contractor |
|---|---|---|
| Signatures, UAEPASS, vendor choice, guardrails. | Drawings, uploads, deterministic responses. | Typically post permit/award; early join only where allowed. |
- Falsely assuming “minor lane” eligibility.
- Retrofits without lineage.
- Kitchen-sink uploads without roadmap.
- Keep permit reference numbers pinned to TMS rows.
- Separate “awaiting municipality” vs “awaiting FAB” statuses.