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To encourage the development of three- and four-star hotels in Dubai, DTCM has granted a concession on the standard 10% municipality fee which is levied on the room rate for each night of occupancy to eligible hotels.
The industry responded favourably, but said speed to market would be critical to the success of the scheme. The focus on the mid-market also raised concerns from operators over potential plans to introduce minimum room size regulations that could impact star ratings.
DTCM said the new hotel classifications system was still in draft form and that the industry would continue to be consulted.
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