Q: My landlord wants to evict me (60 days notice) because he wants to sell the property. I told him that he has to give me a 12 months notice which he sent and we received. He also wants to increase the rent above the RERA Index Calculator. I informed him that I am not willing to pay the increase above RERA calculator and also because he did not give us a 3 months notice for the increase and asking me to leave in 2 months. He does not want to renew the contract saying I did not confirm to him my intention to stay (as per contract it says 2 months notice to be given by the tentant or landlord if they want to stay or leave) and that I should leave in 2 months. I am aware that he knows we want to stay since we are discussing rent and eviciton in 12 months the landlord is using this now to evict us. We want him to be fair and want to understand our rights.

Q: Dear Lawyers, Dubai Tenancy Question Addendum: 1. In case of not renewing the contract, the tenant shall inform the landlord 3 months prior. If the tenant fails to do so, they shall bear a penalty of 2 months' rent for not notifying the landlord. 2. Failure to execute the renewal (at the sole discretion of the landlord) shall result in the automatic termination of this agreement. 3. The landlord unequivocally objects to the tenant's continued occupation of the premises after the expiry of this agreement. An overstay fee shall apply from the day following the expiry of the term. The tenant’s continued occupation shall not result in the automatic renewal of this agreement. Questions: A. Does this addendum supersede the laws of the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA)? B. Does the contract automatically renew, or is it considered terminated as per the conditions of the addendum? C. How much should be paid to the landlord if the tenant vacates a week after the expiry of the contract?

Q: Dear Lawyers, While signing a rental renewal contract, the following clause is added: "This contract is a non-renewable contract, and the tenant agrees to vacate the premises at the end of the tenancy contract. He acknowledges that he has no right to file or claim in the future any lawsuit or compensation claim against the owner regarding this property, including what’s in it." The tenant signs the contract. My questions are: Q1. Is it legally enforceable within the UAE legal system, as it basically contradicts the basic rights of residents and tenants in the UAE? "No one has the right to prevent another person from resorting to the judiciary." Q2. This was used as a pressure instrument by the landlord as a condition of renewal after serving an eviction notice. This is all documented over emails. Q3. Can I sue the landlord for using the pressure tactic of serving me an eviction notice, pressing me for a rental increase, and making me sign this clause? All communications are documented.

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.

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.

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. 

This Decree determines the maximum percentage of rent increase for real property in the Emirate of Dubai when renewing lease contracts.