Can a landlord increase rent during the term of a rental agreement?

Hello,

A landlord cannot increase the rent during the term of a rental agreement unless it is explicitly stated in the contract itself.

The general principle is that rent increases are only allowed at the time of renewal of the lease agreement or in line with the terms specified in the contract.

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Under UAE rental law, landlords cannot increase rent during an active lease term. Rent increases are only permitted upon lease renewal, subject to specific conditions:

1. 90 days' notice before the current lease expiry.

2. Only one increase per year.

3. Must comply with the RERA Rental Index.

4. The first increase is allowed after two years of tenancy.

5. Increase percentage based on current rent vs. market rate (0-20% max).

Landlords must provide written notice, and tenants can dispute unjustified increases with RERA. The law aims to protect tenants from arbitrary increases while allowing landlords to adjust rents in line with market conditions.

Tenants should familiarize themselves with these rules to ensure fair treatment.

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ABDUL WAHIED

Under UAE law, a landlord cannot increase the rent during the term of the rental agreement unless explicitly agreed upon in the contract or upon renewal.

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Only in the case of renewing the contract according to the electronic calculator to determine the value of the increase at the Lands and Properties Department.

Under the UAE rental laws, a landlord is not allowed to increase the rent during the term of a valid lease unless there are provisions in the contract that allow it, or if there is a mutual agreement between the landlord and the tenant.

In general, rent increases are regulated according to the specific legal framework, and the procedures vary depending on the emirate concerned.

In Dubai (as per Law No. 26 of 2007 and its amendments):

- No increase during the term of the valid contract:

Once the lease contract is signed, its terms including the rental value remain fixed throughout its term. The landlord cannot increase the rent until the end of the contract.

- Terms of rent increase after the end of the contract:

The landlord can propose a rent increase upon renewal of the contract but must adhere to the following procedures:

• Submit a written notice 90 days before the end of the contract.
• The increase shall be in accordance with the rent index issued by the Dubai Land Department.

- Using the rent index:

The Dubai Land Department determines the maximum allowable increase based on the rent index. The increase is determined based on the gap between the current rent and the market value specified in the index.

Yes, if the RERA index stipulates an increase in rent.

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Greetings of the day,

Under UAE rental law, particularly in Dubai, landlords cannot increase the rent during the term of an active rental agreement. The rental terms, including the amount of rent, are fixed for the duration of the lease, which is typically one year unless otherwise stated.

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Sara Al Saedi Advocates & Legal Consultants

Hello,

Under UAE rental law, a landlord cannot increase the rent during the term of a valid rental agreement. This is governed by Law No. 26 of 2007 Regulating the Relationship Between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai, as amended by Law No. 33 of 2008.

According to Law No. 26 of 2007, a rental contract is binding on both parties for the duration specified in the agreement.

The landlord is not permitted to alter the terms of the contract, including the rent amount, during the agreed term unless both parties mutually agree to such a change.

Additionally, Law No. 26 of 2007 stipulates the process for any amendments to the rental agreement, including rent increases. It states:

"If the landlord wishes to amend any of the terms of the tenancy contract, including increasing the rent, he must notify the tenant in writing at least ninety (90) days before the expiry of the tenancy contract, unless both parties agree to a different notice period."

This provision ensures that the landlord can only propose a rent increase at the time of renewing the rental agreement, not during its term. Moreover, any proposed increase must comply with the limits set by the Dubai Rental Index overseen by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA).

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Dear Questioner,

Thanks for your inquiry!

A landlord cannot increase the rent during the term of the rental agreement unless it is specifically provided in the contract.

Rent increases are typically allowed only upon the renewal of the agreement and must comply with the applicable legal framework, including market conditions and government regulations.

Let me know if you need more details or if you're dealing with a specific case!

Regards,

Mohammed Salah

Legal Consultant