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Can the landlord send me an eviction notice for non-payment despite submitting an offer and deposit at RDC?
I’ve lived in my building for over 4 years, with the most recent rent being AED 50,000. Each year, the management collects cheques and extra AED 2,400–2,500 cash (no receipt) for management and Ejari fees.
My contract was due for renewal on 15 Feb 2025, but management delayed, demanding a 10% rent increase even though no formal 90-day notice and the RERA index did not allow it.
After a month of excuses, the manager called on 12 March, insisted increase to 55K, and threatened eviction if I refused. When I referenced RDC, he hung up. The next day, he again made unprofessional remarks, so I decided to go with RDC.
I submitted my offer and deposit on 13th March, but the management didn’t respond. The case went to the judge on 14 April he ruled in my favor.
On 30 April, I applied for the execution of the ruling, and RDC says I can renew Ejari only on 8th May at DLD with cheques given to them.
However, on 1st May 2025, I received a notarized eviction notice for non-payment of rent and communication.
My question is, what will happen at DLD now?
Greetings,
The landlord, after this eviction notice, will file an eviction lawsuit, but you must submit the issued judgment in your favor along with the offer and deposit in your response memorandum.
The ruling will be in your favor, or you can transfer the rent amount to the landlord's account if possible.
Best Regards
Based on the RDC ruling in your favor and the RDC's instruction to renew your Ejari at the DLD on May 8, 2025, using the cheques provided to them, the Dubai Land Department will proceed with processing the Ejari renewal according to the terms stipulated in the RDC Judge's ruling.
The RDC ruling is a judicial order that determines the valid terms of your tenancy renewal. The DLD's role in this context is to register the tenancy contract based on this authoritative ruling.
The notarized eviction notice received on May 1, 2025, particularly one citing non-payment when the rent dispute was resolved by the RDC and payment is being facilitated through the RDC's process, is unlikely to prevent the DLD from processing the Ejari renewal as directed by the RDC.
The RDC's decision and process take precedence in this scenario.
Since the management failed to provide a 90-day notice and the RERA index did not support the increase, their demand for AED 55,000 is legally invalid.
The RDC ruling in your favor confirms your right to renew at the previous rent of AED 50,000.
Issuing an eviction notice for "non-payment of rent and communication" after a court has ruled in your favor for renewal at the previous rent is a direct contradiction of the judicial decision.
This action appears to be retaliatory and not based on a legitimate legal ground for eviction under Dubai's rental laws.
Since the court has ruled in your favor for renewal at your previous rent, you are legally entitled to remain in the property under the terms of the previous contract.
If you need further clarification, you may ask.
Dear Questioner,
Thank you for your detailed message and for outlining the steps you’ve taken so far.
Since the Rental Disputes Center (RDC) has already issued a judgment in your favor and you have submitted an execution request, this takes precedence over the eviction notice dated 1st May 2025.
The landlord’s notice cannot override a court ruling, especially when you have acted in good faith by offering rent and complying with the legal process.
As for the Ejari renewal scheduled at the Dubai Land Department on 8th May, you should proceed with it as planned.
The DLD will recognize the RDC judgment, and the landlord is legally obliged to accept the terms set by the court. If the landlord fails to cooperate, further enforcement can be initiated through the Execution Department.
Should you require assistance at the DLD or with any further legal steps, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Best regards,
Mohammed Salah
Legal Consultant
Hello,
The eviction notice you received on May 1, 2025, may be legally invalid, as it was issued after the RDC's ruling. The RDC's decision supersedes any prior notices.
You have the right to contest this eviction notice, especially if it was issued without proper legal grounds.
Use the RDC's execution decision to renew your lease at the DLD. If the landlord insists on eviction, you can file a complaint with the RDC, providing evidence of the valid lease renewal.
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