After evicting a tenant for renovation, can the landlord rent the property to another tenant?

He can rent it out, but he must first offer it to the old tenant.

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The landlord must wait 1 year from the date of the tenant vacating the property to re-rent it if the eviction notice was given due to renovations, unless the Rent Disputes Settlement Center decides otherwise.

Completion of the renovation does not shorten this period.

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The landlord can rent the property immediately after the renovation is completed, but he must send a notice to the former tenant informing them that they can return to the property. This is called the right of first refusal.

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The landlord can re-rent to the previous tenant after the completion of renovation. If the tenant refuses to accept, then the landlord can proceed with re-renting to new tenants.

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If a tenant is evicted due to renovation, Article 25(2) of Dubai’s Tenancy Law (Law No. 26 of 2007, as amended) states that the landlord cannot rent the property to a new tenant for the same purpose for a period of two years (for residential properties) from the date of eviction, unless the Rental Dispute Centre grants an exception.

The landlord can submit a request to the Rental Dispute Centre (RDC) with a valid reason. If the RDC is satisfied that the renovation was genuine and that there is a legitimate need to re-rent the property sooner, an exception may be granted.

It’s important that this request is well-documented and justified to avoid any legal issues or claims from the previous tenant.

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Dear Client,

Thank you for your inquiry regarding the process of renting out your property after eviction for renovation purposes.

As per Dubai’s tenancy laws, if a tenant is evicted due to renovation, the landlord is required to wait for a period of two years (for residential properties) before renting the property to a new tenant.

This rule is in place to protect tenants from unjustified evictions and to ensure that the stated reason for eviction, renovation, is genuine.

Re-letting the property before the end of these two years could expose the landlord to legal claims from the former tenant.

If you are considering this process, I recommend ensuring that all legal requirements are strictly followed, including proper documentation and notification to the tenant, to avoid any future disputes.

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- Reviewing your case and providing tailored legal advice,

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Dear Inquirer,

If a tenant is evicted for renovation purposes under Dubai’s tenancy laws, the landlord cannot rent the property to a new tenant immediately.

According to Law No. 33 of 2008, the landlord must wait two years before leasing it to a new tenant, unless the original tenant waives this right or a dispute arises and is resolved otherwise by the Rental Dispute Center.

To ensure compliance and avoid legal challenges, we recommend booking a consultation with us or authorizing us to handle the matter on your behalf.

Dear Questioner,

Thank you for your question!

According to Dubai’s tenancy laws, if a tenant is evicted on the grounds that the landlord requires the property for renovation, the landlord is generally required to wait for a period of two years after the eviction before renting the property to a new tenant.

This is to ensure the eviction is legitimate and not misused for other purposes.

However, if the landlord does not adhere to this two-year waiting period, the previous tenant may have grounds to challenge the eviction.

If you would like, we can review your specific situation in detail and advise you on the best course of action.

Please feel free to contact us for further assistance.

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Mohammed Salah

Legal Consultant

Once the property is renovated, the owner can rent to a new tenant without having to wait two years unless there is a condition in the lease contract or the applicable rental law.