However, what remains a thorny issue in the construction industry is delay, which is caused by various factors, including lack of funding, local regulations, lack of management and or otherwise.  

So what does Law No. 6 of 2004 Organising Construction in the Towers Area of Modern Doha (the ‘Dafna Law') state with regard to the following classic scenario: land in the Dafna Area has been purchased, the required building permits have been obtained, construction work has commenced, and delay in completing construction within the time frame specified under said law occurred.  What action is the relevant authority entitled to take under such law?  And what are the land owners' options/remedies, if any?

General Overview on Property Ownership