Is it legal for a landlord to cut DEWA before the rental court verdict?

Greetings,

If your landlord has canceled DEWA services while you are still awaiting the Rental Court's verdict, this could be considered an illegal eviction tactic under Dubai’s tenancy laws.

Landlords are generally not allowed to cut off essential utilities to force a tenant to vacate.

You may have legal grounds to file a complaint with DEWA and escalate the matter before the Rental Dispute Center.

To understand your legal options and take the necessary action, we recommend seeking legal assistance.

Book a consultation with us today or appoint us to represent your case.

This is illegal.

Dear questioner,

A landlord is not allowed to cut off essential services (such as water and electricity) for a tenant, as this is considered an illegal act and could be classified as a form of forced eviction.

You can take the following actions:

1. File an official complaint with the Rental Disputes Center under the Dubai Land Department, which can order the landlord to restore services and impose fines.

2. Notify the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and provide proof that you are still residing in the property under a valid lease or awaiting a court verdict.

3. Claim compensation for any damages suffered due to the service disconnection, especially if it resulted in financial or emotional harm.

It is advisable to consult a legal expert to take the necessary legal steps and protect your rights.

We can assist you in following the legal procedures. Contact us for support.

Mohamed Salah Shoeib

Legal Consultant

He has no right to cut off the electricity from the property. File a complaint with the Dubai Police.

It is concerning that your landlord has canceled your DEWA services while you are still awaiting the court’s verdict.

Under UAE tenancy laws, landlords cannot unilaterally disconnect utilities, as it may be considered a form of harassment and unlawful eviction.

Since you have an ongoing rental dispute in court, I recommend taking immediate action to document the issue and raise it before the Rental Dispute Center.

Additionally, you may have grounds to file a complaint with DEWA and request service reinstatement.

To assess your case in detail and take the necessary legal steps to protect your rights, I advise you to consult with me as soon as possible.

Please reach out to me via WhatsApp or phone so we can discuss the best course of action.

Best regards,

Suhail Rana

Dear Valued Tenant,

Thank you for bringing this serious matter to our attention!

I understand your concern regarding the cancellation of DEWA services by your landlord while you are still occupying the property and awaiting a court verdict. This action is indeed problematic and potentially illegal under UAE tenancy laws.

Here's a professional assessment of your situation and the recommended steps:

1. Legal Status:

The landlord's unilateral cancellation of essential services like electricity and water, especially while a legal process is ongoing, is considered a form of harassment and is prohibited under UAE tenancy laws.

2. Your Rights:

As a tenant, you have the right to peaceful enjoyment of the property until the court issues its verdict or until the agreed-upon move-out date.

3. Recommended Actions:

a) Document everything: Keep detailed records of all communications with the landlord and the date when services were disconnected.

b) Contact DEWA: Reach out to DEWA directly to explain the situation. They may be able to restore services once they understand the circumstances.

c) File a complaint: Submit a formal complaint to the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDSC) regarding this unauthorized disconnection of services.

d) Seek urgent intervention: Request an urgent hearing or intervention from the RDSC to address this immediate issue while awaiting the final verdict.

e) Legal representation: Consider engaging a legal professional specializing in tenancy disputes to protect your rights and interests.

4. Caution:

While taking these steps, continue to adhere to any agreements or court directives regarding your tenancy and planned move-out.

Should you require further assistance or legal representation in this matter, please don't hesitate to contact us for a more detailed consultation. We're here to ensure your rights as a tenant are protected throughout this process.

Yours sincerely,

ABDUL WAHIED

Since you have an ongoing case with the RDC, any actions taken by the landlord should ideally be in accordance with the legal proceedings.

Disconnecting essential utilities like DEWA while a rental dispute is ongoing can be considered a form of harassment and could be seen as an attempt to force you out of the property.

You may inform the court and submit the request to reconnect the same until the settlement is approved by the court and the claim for damages as well.

If you need further assistance, kindly share your WhatsApp number.

It is illegal. We need to file a complaint.

It is advisable to document everything, report the issue to RERA, seek legal counsel, and file a complaint if necessary while awaiting the court’s decision regarding your rental situation.

Dear questioner,

It is illegal to cancel utilities before the final verdict, and you can file a complaint at the Police station.