Landlord's responsibility to provide all basics while renting an apartment

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Q: I just rented a studio. The electric water heater in the bathroom is not working. The owner is saying he will not fix it. How to handle this issue? A: If this is your case and this clause is mentioned in your tenancy contract, and the fixing price is over AED 500, then the landlord needs to pay…

Raluca Gatina · Accepted Answer

Dear Questioner,

Usually, in all tenancy contracts is a clause regarding the obligation of the landlord and tenant.

A few tenancy contracts mention that any fixing exceeding AED 500 is under the landlord's obligation.

If this is your case and this clause is mentioned in your tenancy contract, and the fixing price is over AED 500, then the landlord needs to pay for this service.

Best regards,

Raluca Gatina

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