Rental Law

Rental law is the legal framework governing landlord-tenant relationships in Dubai, primarily Dubai Law No. 26 of 2007 and subsequent amendments.

Key ProvisionsRequirement
Lease registrationEjari mandatory
Rent increasesLimited by RERA calculator
Notice periods12 months non-renewal, 90 days termination
Security depositMaximum 5% annual rent (10% commercial)
Eviction groundsSpecific legal reasons required
Dispute ResolutionVenue
First instanceRental Dispute Centre (RDC)
AppealDubai Courts
EnforcementExecution Court


Related Terms

Landlord ObligationsTenant RightsEjariEjari RenewalEjari (Dubai Tenancy Registration)Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDC)Rental Disputes Centre (RDC/RDSC) Lease Agreement

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