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When can I file an eviction case after serving a legal notice for an apartment sale?
Dear Lawyers,
A legal notice was issued on 20 Dec 2023 (apartment sale). It was served to the tenant on 20 Jan 2024.
When is the appropriate time to file a case?
Dear Questioner,
Under Dubai tenancy laws, a 12-month notice for eviction due to reasons such as the sale of an apartment is required and must be served through registered mail or a notary.
The tenant must vacate by the end of this 12-month period.
In this case:
- The notice delivery date (20 January 2024) marks the start of the 12-month period.
- You can file an eviction case with the Rental Dispute Center (RDC) after 20 January 2025 if the tenant refuses to vacate.
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Best regards,
Hello,
If the tenant does not vacate the property by the end of the notice period (in this case, by April 20, 2024), you may then file a case in the Rent Disputes Center (RDC) to seek enforcement of the eviction.
You can file a case immediately after the expiration of the notice period if the tenant fails to comply.
Welcome,
Based on the law, the owner should wait for the notice period specified in the contract or outlined in the legal notice, which is typically 30 days after the notice is served to the tenant.
If the specified time passes without response or eviction, a case can be filed.
Feel free to book a consultation for more details.
In your case, the legal notice was served on January 20, 2024. You should wait for a reasonable period (1 month) to see if the recipient responds to the notice.
If there is no response or if the recipient fails to comply with the demands of the notice, you can proceed with filing a case.
Dear Inquirer,
We are pleased to serve you and address your inquiries.
According to Article 25 of the Dubai Rental Law—Cases of Eviction, if the landlord wishes to sell the rented property, the landlord must notify the tenant of the reason for eviction at least 12 months in advance. The notice must be delivered through a notary public or via registered mail.
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