There was a similar post to this a few days ago.
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/topic227946-dubai-municipality-affection-plan--what-are-emaar-and-dubai-municipality-wanting-now.aspx
There seem to be a lot of new things needed (for a fee) for property at the moment.
We have received something from EMAAR saying that we are required to get approval for all works that have been carried out on our property. We have lived here for 10 years and have had everything approved. What is happening? can anyone shed some light on this? I should think that 'they' could go to EMAAR and find the relevant info. TIA. xx