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Refund of deposit from developer for failure to provide contracts
Hi
I paid a deposit and 20% downpayment for each of 2 studio apartments in Dubai in 2008.
I never received a contract for either studio and I contacted the RERA and the developer for years, but they never replied.
I have just learned that the building has now been completed, but I still have no contract or contact.
I don't wish to enter into a contract any longer, how do I get a refund?
Good afternoon,
As per our understanding, you have paid 20 per cent down payment and a deposit for two studio apartments in 2008 and you haven’t received the contracts despite contacting the developer, therefore, you wish to receive a refund for the same.
Based on the information provided by you, the developer has failed to comply with the law, you are entitled to receive your advance payment.
Bylaw of Law No. (13) of 2008 Regulating the Interim Property Register in the Emirate of Dubai, Article (20) :
The purchaser may apply to the relevant competent court to terminate the contractual relationship between the purchaser and the developer in any of the following cases:
1. If the developer refuses, without any reason acceptable to the Department, to deliver the final sale agreement of the Real Property Unit to the purchaser;
In order to provide you with proper advice, we need to review the documents and information. You may contact us on our email legal@raalcuae.com.
Sincerely,
RAALC
