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Increasing the rent while RERA calculator states that it should be the same

Hello,

My landlord wants to increase the rent by almost 10%, but according to RERA calculator, it should not be any increase.

Can I issue cheques for a new lease for the next year, print and sign the new tenancy contract on the same conditions and bring it to the RDC to open "Offer and Deposit"?

Or should I open "Petition" in RDC?

What is the legal procedure for this if the landlord doesn't accept to renew the tenancy contract on the same conditions?

Thank you!

Feb 25, 2022
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Maryam Ali Saleh Hayyaz
Maryam Hayyaz & Wejdan Bushahab Advocates
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25 Feb 2022, 10:27

Dear questioner,

Yes, you may proceed to RDC "Offer and Deposit", if RERA accepts, then the landlord can either increase the maximum allowed as per RERA calculator if your offer is less or accept your offer.

Regards,

25 Feb 2022, 10:51

Thank you so much, Maryam!

7 Mar 2022, 13:13

Hello Maryam,

But I'm renting a furnished apartment and my landlord told me that it's completely different rules if an apartment is furnished.

Could you please advise how to proceed in this case?

Thank you

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Khaled Mahmoud Shibl
MIO Law Firm (Abu Baker Salem Advocates & Legal Consultants)
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27 Feb 2022, 07:33

Hello,

You can open a case in RDC against the landlord if there are any discrepancies in regard to the rent issue.

Kindly contact us via phone or email for further assistance.

7 Mar 2022, 13:14

Hello Khaled,

I'm renting a furnished apartment and my landlord told me that it's completely different rules if the apartment is furnished.

Could you please advise how to proceed in this case?

Thank you

7 Mar 2022, 13:28

Hello,

As per your query, you can place the case as a complaint to RERA by referring to the rental index.

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