Q: Hi, I have a flat in Dubai freehold and it's tenanted till Jan 2017. Just want to know the law incase I want to sell it and the buyer wants it vacant, what will be the notice to the tenant?And if I want to renew the tenancy contract what will be the maximum notice period shall I put for the tenant to give me before they leave? 

Q: I rent an apartment in Dubai Marina and its time for tenancy renewal, but I can’t reach my landlord for three months already. What can I do in this situation?

Q: Can I extend the 99-year lease after a certain period? And what happens to my home after the 99-year lease is up? 

Q: Hello, I have rented my warehouse in Al Qouz (Dubai) for 2 months ago, and my tenant still didn't do Ejari register and so many registers that are the responsibility of the tenant. I have reminded them so many times and I don't want to get a fine from the government. The reason I have sent you a message is that I really want to know if there's any chance that I can terminate my client contract. I have some client who is willing to take the place and pay me a better price. Can anyone advise me about this matter? Best regards,

The relationship between tenants and landlords is regulated in Dubai by Law No. 33 of 2008 Concerning the Relationship Between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai. The arising rental disputes are referred to Rental Disputes Settlement Centre (“RDSC”) created by Decree No. 26 of 2013 to reconcile between the parties and reach an amicable settlement or seek a final judgment issued and enforced by the RDSC.

This Decree establishes a specialised judicial system to hear rent disputes and develops the procedure for determination of such disputes through an expeditious and simple process for the purpose of realising social and economic stability for all persons involved with the real property rental and other related sectors.

The provisions of this Law apply to real property leased out in the Emirate of Dubai, including vacant and agricultural lands, but excluding hotel establishments and real property provided by natural or legal persons as accommodation to their employees at no charge.

Provisions of this Law supersede articles (2), (3), (4), (9), (13), (14), (15), (25), (26), (29), and (36) of Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai. 

This Decree determines the maximum percentage of rent increase for real property in the Emirate of Dubai when renewing lease contracts.