Highlights
- Dubai resident faces difficulty paying rent after losing their job and securing new employment in another country.
- The tenant’s lease does not have an early termination clause, preventing them from ending the contract without fulfilling the remaining seven months’ rent.
- Negotiations with the landlord for early termination and subletting have been unsuccessful.
- The tenant’s belongings cannot be moved until the entire lease balance is paid, causing financial strain.
- Options for the tenant include filing a case at the Rent Dispute Settlement Committee or offering financial compensation and assistance in finding a new tenant for the landlord.
- Another tenant inquires about options for renewing a lease after receiving a one-year eviction notice to sell the villa they have been residing in for five years
In the first case, a Dubai resident finds themselves in a challenging situation after losing their job and securing new employment in another country. The tenant’s lease, which does not include an early termination clause, prevents them from ending the contract without paying the remaining seven months’ rent. Negotiations with the landlord have not yielded a resolution, and the landlord demands the full year’s payment before allowing the tenant to vacate the property.
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The tenant is seeking advice on how to exit the lease early without paying the outstanding balance. The expert suggests that without an early release clause, the tenant’s options are limited. The tenant may consider filing a case at the Rent Dispute Settlement Committee to seek a favorable outcome. Alternatively, they can offer financial compensation to the landlord and assistance in finding a new tenant, considering the current landlord-friendly market conditions.
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In the second case, another tenant faces eviction after receiving a notice to vacate the villa they have rented for five years. The landlord’s reason for eviction is to sell the property. However, the tenant questions the validity of the eviction notice, which was sent via WhatsApp and not through the correct channels required by law.
The tenant seeks to know their options for renewing the lease and continuing to reside in the villa after the one-year notice period. The expert clarifies that during the notice period, the tenant has the right to remain in the property. If no sale occurs within the 12-month notice period, the tenant can challenge the eviction by filing a case at the Rent Dispute Settlement Committee.
Additionally, the landlord is prohibited from evicting the tenant and subsequently renting the property to someone else. If such a situation arises, the tenant can file a case at the RDSC and gather evidence to support their claim.
Both cases highlight the importance of clear lease agreements and adherence to proper legal procedures in rental disputes in Dubai.
