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Article (16) prescribes severe penalties for conducting development activity without a valid licence. Violators can face an imprisonment sentence and a fine of at least AED 100,000. This sa…
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According to Article (40), a developer remains liable for ten (10) years from the date of the project's completion certificate. This liability specifically covers defects in the structural…
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A landlord has the right to seek eviction before the lease expires if the tenant fails to pay the Rent within thirty (30) days of being served a formal Notice. This notice must be served th…
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Article (2) defines Real Property as anything that is fixed and cannot be moved without sustaining damage or an alteration to its structure. This encompasses the land itself and any permane…
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Article (3) of Law No. (6) of 2019 establishes the Scope of Application for the law. It stipulates that the provisions apply to all Master Projects and jointly owned real property within th…
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It is strictly forbidden for a Developer or Management Entity to prevent an owner from taking possession of their unit or using Common Parts or Facilities to force them to pay charges. Such…
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The Ruler has the exclusive authority to determine specific areas where Non-UAE Nationals can acquire property rights. In these designated zones, international investors can obtain Freehold…
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Yes, the provisions of Law No. (6) of 2019 apply to all Master Projects and Jointly Owned Real Property throughout the Emirate. This explicitly includes properties located in Special Develo…
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Article (28) states that a broker is only entitled to fees if the brokerage leads to the conclusion of a contract. A contract is deemed concluded when all parties agree on the conditions in…
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According to Law No. (6) of 2019, an Owner's share of annual Service Charges is calculated based on the ratio of their unit area to the total area of the Jointly Owned Real Property. This c…
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Article (32) grants the Management Entity a lien on every Unit for any unpaid Service Charges. This means a unit cannot be disposed of until the charges are settled. If payment is not made…
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The RDSC aims to establish a specialised judicial system dedicated to hearing Rental Disputes within the Emirate. Its core objective is to develop procedures that ensure disputes are determ…
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