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Can a new landlord impose a rent increase that is higher than the RERA index?
Dear Sir/Madam,
My tenancy contract will expire in 4 months. I was just informed that the apartment has been sold to a new landlord.
The new landlord wants to impose a 15% rent increase upon renewal, even though the RERA index calculated a 5% increase.
If there has been a transfer of ownership, can a new landlord impose any rent increase they wish? Or should they still comply with the RERA calculator?
Imposing a big jump in rent increase could mean that new landlords can indirectly "evict" tenants with very little notice if they can't afford the newly imposed rent.
Good day,
Hope all is well!
Did the old landlord send you an eviction notice? And also did you sign a new agreement or transfer the Ejari under the name of the new landlord?
Those are important to know but even if Ejari is transferred, he still has to comply with RERA.
Kindly contact me via WhatsApp for more information and legal assistance.
Dear Valued Customer,
For your information, the landlord can increase the rent or evict you on 3 conditions only:
1. If he is a new landlord.
2. If you did not pay one or two cheques.
3. If you have any fight with your neighbors supported with a police report.
If you did not have any of the above issues, we definitely can renew your contract by court force.
For assistance, please contact us via phone or WhatsApp.
Dear Questioner,
The new landlord can increase the rent according to the RERA index. If the property is in Dubai, the rent can only be increased if the rent of a property unit is more than 10% of the market value.
If the rent is 11% to 20% less than the average rent of similar properties, the maximum rent increase will be equal to 5% of the rent value.
Dear Questioner,
The new landlord takes over from the old landlord and can demand an increase as per the RERA index, failing which you can deposit the rentals in RERA to stop the eviction for non-payment.
The new landlord cannot demand the increase.
