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Can I block a new Ejari registration to prevent the landlord from re-renting the property?
Dear Lawyers,
What are my rights in terms of eviction?
My landlord tried to increase my rent by 20% (per the RERA system, they were entitled to zero increase). We offered inflation as a response (all done via email).
After they accused us of being cheap and we reminded them that the system indicated no increase was applicable, they issued us an eviction notice for "family use."
We have since moved out, but now they are saying they will be selling the property and are providing us with a long list of maintenance items they want to withhold from the deposit (replacing water heaters, roof tiles, wheels on sliding doors), all of which were functioning properly during the nearly 3 years we lived in the house.
We suspect that now we are out, they will refuse to refund the deposit and will rent the house out again. I have heard you can block the registration of a new Ejari for rental.
What is the process for this, and do I have any other rights based on the above situation?
Thanks!
Yes, you have the right to sue them if they re-rent the property to a third party. There are certain procedures and steps that need to be followed to qualify. We will provide you with the details.
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Hello,
Regarding your security deposit, you have the right to get it back unless the landlord can prove, through an official report, that you caused damage to the property.
You can request the return of the deposit by filing a request to the judge at the Rental Dispute Center (RDC).
As for your eviction for personal use or sale, according to the law and previous court rulings, if the landlord evicts you for personal use or sale, they cannot rent the property to someone else within two years.
If they do, you have the right to sue for compensation.
Dear Questioner,
Thanks for your message!
Regarding the above, we would like to inform you that:
- Eviction for Family Use:
If your landlord evicted you for "family use" but is now renting out the property, you can file a complaint with the Rent Dispute Settlement Centre (RDSC) to challenge the eviction's legitimacy.
- Deposit Disputes:
Landlords cannot withhold deposits for normal wear and tear. Dispute any unjustified deductions with RDSC, providing evidence of the property's condition.
- Blocking Ejari Registration:
To prevent the landlord from registering a new Ejari, file a complaint with RERA or RDSC if you have evidence of the landlord’s legal violations.
- General Rights:
Ensure eviction notice and rental increase follow legal requirements.
Seek legal advice from us via phone or email for guidance through disputes.
Greetings,
Regarding the eviction, if they rent the villa after you vacate it, you have the right to file a claim for compensation.
As for the deposit, you are not responsible for the maintenance of any damage that occurs from normal use.
The law does not prevent them from re-letting the villa, but it does give the previous tenant the right to file a claim for compensation.
