Landlord Obligations

Landlord obligations are the legal duties and responsibilities a property owner owes to tenants under a lease agreement and UAE rental law.


Dubai ObligationsRequirement
Habitable conditionProperty fit for occupation
Major repairsStructural and system maintenance
Service provisionUtilities and essential services
Quiet enjoymentNo unreasonable interference
Ejari registrationLease must be registered
Notice requirements12 months for non-renewal
Prohibited ActionsRestriction
Excessive rent increasesLimited by RERA calculator
Unlawful evictionMust follow legal process
DiscriminationCannot refuse based on protected characteristics
Service disruptionCannot cut utilities as leverage

Related Terms

Tenant RightsRental LawLease Agreement (Commercial)EjariEjari RenewalEjari (Dubai Tenancy Registration)Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDC)Rental Disputes Centre (RDC/RDSC)

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