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6 available 6 • View allThe tenant's rights in case of selling the rented property
Q: Hi,
We just moved into the apartment (just over a month) and now the landlord says that he had put up the property for sale and rent since 8 months ago, which we were not notified of by both the agent and the landlord.
Considering we had plans to stay for long-term, we have had spent a significant amount on the furniture and the interiors. Now, I have been getting calls for viewings, so please help me understand:
1) Can I prohibit the access of the landlord for the viewing?
2) Can I withdraw from the contract and claim all my expenses after deducting for the days stayed, including the agent fees?
Oct 22, 2018
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Landlord's request to have a real estate agent visit the rented property
Q: Hi,
Can we refuse the landlord's request to have a real estate agent visit the property for inspection as he is planning to sell the property?
Knowing that we are in a COVID situation. I have a small kid and a pregnant wife.
Also, what is the notice period to give us before we are forced to move out?
Thanks!
Oct 1, 2020
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A landlord wants to arrange viewings to sell the property while the tenant refuses
Q: I have just renewed my lease, and now the landlord informed me that she wants to sell the villa and wants her agent to arrange viewings.
I am working from home, and have a baby and toddler at home. We are being very cautious during the pandemic and I am not comfortable with strangers coming in and out of the house during COVID, what are my rights?
There is nothing in the contract regarding sales or viewings.
Jun 2, 2021
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Can the landlord notify the tenant and run checks randomly on the property?
Q: If the owner or his representative wants to visit the property, the owner will give prior notice of 48 hours (2 Days) in advance.
Is this legal? While I am staying in the apartment, the owner wants to come in and randomly do checks.
Jun 26, 2021
2188
Can the new landlord ask the tenant to leave before the contract ends?
Q: Dear sir/madam,
I renewed my tenancy contract with my landlord 2 weeks ago (this is the 1st renewal, i.e I have stayed here for 1 month, and now renewed 2 weeks ago).
The landlord had decided to sell the flat and did not tell me at the time of tenancy renewal in order for me to decide whether to stay or go.
If he finds a buyer, can the buyer ask me to leave before the contract ends?
And can the new buyer ask for a higher rent once he makes a contract with me?
Jan 8, 2023
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Can I limit property visits since the landlord is selling?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
I have a clause in my contract indicating that: "Landlord may exercise his right to show the property to prospective buyers and potential new tenants - in case of non-renewal of this contract - with 24 hours notice to the tenant during the period of the tenancy contract."
My landlord decided to sell the apartment and sent me an eviction letter. He is arranging visits via a couple of real estate companies to show the apartment. However, the number of visits is more than I would like to have.
Can I limit the number of visits to, let's say, "once a month"?
Thanks!
Jan 20, 2024
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Legal blog
3 available 3 • View allProcedures of the Rental Dispute Settlement Center in Dubai
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.
Oct 20, 2018
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What You Should Know While Renting a Property in the UAE
An interview-format article covering the topic of residential retail properties pertaining to the liability for property maintenance and the repercussions of defaulting on rent payments in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
Feb 24, 2020
3928
Rental Disputes Amidst COVID-19 in the UAE
An interview-format article covering the topic of rental disputes amidst COVID-19 in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
Feb 1, 2021
645
Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allLaw No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai
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.
Nov 26, 2007
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Law No. (33) of 2008 Amending Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai
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.
Dec 1, 2008
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View allThe developer refuses to pay the money back after delivery delay due to force majeure
I am seeking legal advice to terminate the contract due to a delay in the project for a period of 16 months only.
The following is the details of the project as per SPA and some givens:
- 30% paid in installments (on time, no delay in payment).
- 70% to be Paid on Handing Over.
- Expected Handing over date: 1st April 2019.
- Longstop date of Handing over: 1st April 2020.
- Actual date of delivery announced by developer: 10th August 2020.
- Notification sent to the developer by myself to terminate the SPA and return the 30% paid amount.
- Developer responded that the notification is rejected as the delay is due to force majeure (Covid-19 Pandemic).
Question:
Do I have a winning case if I filed to court to return the paid amount?
Feb 17, 2021
619
Overstaying because a family member is tested positive for COVID
Our residence visa grace period expires soon. Because a family member is positive for Covid-19 and he is in-home quarantine, we are unable to fly within the grace time. What should we do?
Will we be fined?
Please guide!
Feb 17, 2021
770
Cancellation of a property purchase and refund for over-delay in handover
Hello
I am contacting you from London. I have purchased a property in Dubai in a project in 2005. We purchased two apartments and today we have not received anything yet.
This construction project is still going on and the developer has changed many times. Another company now runs the project, and whenever I contact them they say it's going to be ready in the next 3-months or 6-months.
It keeps postponing work are currently at standstill. I have contacted them then and the same they're waiting for more information from the Dubai authorities.
Every time there's a different story, and we get delayed. It's now been 16 to 17 years since we have invested in this and I would like to put a stop to this now, possibly get a refund and compensation.
Could you please help me by advising me what my situation can be?
Feb 1, 2021
819
Can a father claim the custody of daughter when the mother marries unfit person?
My wife and I got divorced 3 months ago, she has custody of our 6-month old daughter.
She wants to remarry but I disagree with the person she wants to remarry as he has a history of violence and abuse.
Can I have the custody agreement revoked?
Mar 26, 2022
714
How to prepare a Will for non-Muslim in the UAE
I’m Christian and my husband is Muslim.
Can I still have a Will that allows me to choose who gets what if I pass away in the UAE, including the guardianship of my 3-year-old son?
Feb 25, 2021
408
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