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    What are the requirements for retaking a property for personal use?

    Ali Faizan Syed1 min read0 viewsUpdated 1/2/2026
    An owner can seek eviction upon lease expiry to retake possession for personal use or for first-degree relatives. However, the owner must prove that they do not own any alternative property suitable for this purpose. Additionally, a twelve (12) month notice must be served via a Notary Public or registered mail. This ground for eviction is strictly monitored by the RDSC to ensure it is used legitimately and not as a tactic to bypass rent increase caps.

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    Landlord Rights Dubai
    First-degree Relatives
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