A tenancy contract is the legally binding agreement between landlord and tenant governing residential property occupation, specifying rent, duration, obligations, and termination conditions, requiring Ejari registration for enforceability.
| Essential Terms | Requirements |
| Parties | Landlord and tenant identification |
| Property | Full address and description |
| Rent | Annual amount and payment schedule |
| Duration | Typically 12 months |
| Security deposit | Maximum 5% annual rent |
| Standard Clauses | Coverage |
| Maintenance | Responsibility allocation |
| Utilities | Connection and payment |
| Renewal | Terms and notice periods |
| Termination | Conditions and penalties |
| Dispute resolution | RDC jurisdiction |
| Legal Requirements | Compliance |
| Ejari registration | Within 30 days |
| Rent increases | RERA calculator limits |
| Eviction notice | 12 months for non-renewal |
| Cheque payment | Post-dated cheques standard |
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