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The expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport is a massive infrastructure project that will drive significant economic activity in Dubai South and surrounding areas. Properties located…
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Yes, subletting the property or any part of it without obtaining the landlord�s written approval is a legal ground for immediate eviction. In this scenario, the eviction applies to both the…
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An owner who defaults on their share of Service Charges and is brought before the RDSC is legally responsible for more than just the principal debt. The law mandates that the defaulting own…
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One of the core functions of the Owners Committee is to review the annual budgets for the maintenance of the property. Based on this review, they are empowered to provide necessary recommen…
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Article (20) requires the Developer to issue the Building Management Regulations for all Major Projects and Hotel Projects. These regulations must be approved by RERA before any legal dispo…
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Upon the expiry of the lease, the Tenant must surrender possession of the property to the Landlord. The law requires that the property be returned in the same condition as it was at the sta…
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If a developer is declared bankrupt, they are legally required to be struck-off the Developers Register. In such an emergency where the project cannot be completed, the Escrow Agent must co…
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If a jointly owned property does not already have a Building Management Regulation, RERA is authorised to issue one. To ensure these regulations are comprehensive, RERA may hire specialised…
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When determining rental disputes and appeals, tribunals must refer to a specific hierarchy of sources. First, they apply the legislation in force in the Emirate. If the legislation is silen…
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To prevent any gap in building operations, the law stipulates that the Developer must manage the property until a Management Company is officially appointed by RERA. During this period, the…
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The law does not mandate automatic financial compensation for eviction due to demolition or reconstruction if the landlord follows the twelve (12) month notice procedure. However, the tenan…
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If a landlord illegally disconnects services or disturbs a tenant's use of the property, the tenant should first resort to the local police station to seek a remedy or file a report. This o…
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