Translation of Law No. 119 of 2008

This is the Translation of Law No. 119 of 2008, Egypt’s Building Law, together with its executive regulations.

Law No. 119 of 2008 restructured the legal framework for organizing building works across the country, addressing licensing procedures, planning requirements, safety standards, and the responsibilities of engineers, contractors, and property owners involved in construction activities.

The Translation of the Building Law provided here aims to give English-speaking readers, legal professionals, investors, and practitioners in the construction sector direct access to the provisions of this important piece of Egyptian legislation. Because so much of the country’s urban development, real estate transactions, and construction practice is shaped by this law, an accurate and accessible English version of the Building Law has become an essential reference for anyone working within or alongside Egypt’s construction industry.

Alongside the law itself, this document includes the Executive regulations of the building law, which were issued pursuant to the Decree of the Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities No. 144 of 2009. These executive regulations elaborate on the mechanisms, procedures, and technical details necessary to implement the provisions of Law No. 119 of 2008 in practice, covering matters such as licensing applications, technical committees, violations, and enforcement measures.

Together, the Translation of Law No. 119 of 2008 and its accompanying executive regulations, issued under the Decree of the Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities No. 144 of 2009, offer a comprehensive resource for understanding how building activity is regulated in Egypt, from initial permitting through to construction, inspection, and compliance.

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