Tenancy Contracts – Tenant And Landlord Obligations

There are some tenant obligations that must be fulfilled based on the tenancy contract to avoid any legal charges against them

These include but are not limited to:

a- No changes can be made to the property by the tenant prior to landlord and higher authorities approval

b- There is a requirement to pay certain amount of deposit to the landlord which will be returned once the tenancy contract expires

c- Rent has to be paid on due date or else legal action would be taken against the tenant

d- Maintaining the property in a manner as any ordinary individual would take care of his own property

e- As per the rule the tenant may not remove the leasehold improvements made by the tenant

f- Without the written consent of the landlord, the tenant cannot invite someone for the use or sub lease the property to third party

g- The tenant must hand over the property the same means the condition should not deteriorate except ordinary wear and tear

h- If not stated in the contract the tenant has to pay fees and taxes for the use of property or for sub lease

As an expat living in Dubai requires that you should familiarize yourself with tenancy rules and regulations which of course include the tenancy contract. Following are the rights of the tenants,

a- No changes are to be made by the landlord to the amenities or annexes of the property preventing its full use
b- Any decoration work or any other such work that requires approval from the authorities must be given to the tenant provided that does not affect the structure
c- The landlord is bound by law to give the house in good livable condition which is not bad allowing its full use
d- All the repairing and maintenance is to be done by the landlord and not the tenant during the term of the contract without affecting tenant’s usage
e- Rent can only be increased as per RERA rental bracket for contract renewal for different areas and properties
f- For any reason the landlord is not allowed to withhold the security deposit if done so then tenant can file complain to rent dispute committee
g- Disconnection of services to the property by landlord is not allowed if such incidence happens then tenant can complain to the police or the rent dispute committee for compensation

Please note that the contract can only be terminated with the mutual consent of both parties.

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Tenancy Obligations in Dubai

Tenancy Contracts – Tenant And Landlord Obligations

Tenancy and Landlord rights in Dubai