# DLD Statutory Landlord Rights | Tahani Real Estate Canonical URL: https://dubailandlordhub.com/dld-laws-statutory-landlord-rights/ Publisher: Tahani Real Estate Brokers LLC Content observed at: 2026-10-21T11:49:18+00:00 Statutory landlord rights and tenancy law essentials for Dubai property owners, DLD-aligned and operated by Tahani Real Estate Broker LLC. account_balance Dubai Land Department Regulatory Framework • Law No. 26 & 33 # DLD Statutory Rights & Tenancy Law Essentials A clean guide for Dubai landlords on Law No. 26 (2007) & Law No. 33 (2008). Built to provide effortless clarity on fiduciary bounds, notice protocols, and statutory enforcement. policy Fiduciary Notice Brokerage & Supervision Disclosure Tahani Real Estate is licensed for Real Estate Buying & Selling Brokerage and Real Estate Management Supervision Services. RDSC legal representation, notary attestations, and litigation services are provided by accredited third-party legal partners. Landlords must conduct their own due diligence; Tahani Real Estate holds no liability for third-party outcomes. Official RERA Protocol 01 / Critical Benchmarks ## Three Core Statutory Rules Strict procedural adherence prevents disputes before the Rental Dispute Settlement Centre (RDSC). 01 Notary Mandated ### 12-Month Eviction Notice Must be served strictly via Dubai Notary Public or Registered Mail. Permitted only for property sale, comprehensive demolition/renovation, or personal recovery for first-degree kin. schedule Effective 365 days from formal receipt 02 RERA Index Bound ### 90-Day Lease Amendment Any rent adjustment or contractual clause revision must adhere to the official RERA Rental Calculator and be formally served at least 90 days prior to contract expiry. calculate Unilateral increases without 90d window voided 03 Article 25 Expedited ### Article 25 30-Day Notice Immediate 30-day demand notice applicable for rent non-payment, unauthorized tenant subleasing, or structural alteration causing property endangerment without licensed permits. gavel Direct entitlement to RDSC filing 02 / Liability Split ## Maintenance Demarcation Matrix Standard demarcation under Dubai Law No. 26 Article 16 unless contractually stipulated otherwise in Ejari Addendums. ### Tenant Responsibility Minor / Customary < AED 500 Routine consumable repairs and incidental fixtures occurring from day-to-day occupancy and living usage. check_circle Consumables & Light Bulbs Standard LED replacements, silicone caulking, fixture washes. check_circle Minor Plumbing Clogs Drain line debris clearouts, shower cartridge scale buildup. check_circle Surface Cosmetic Touch-ups Picture hanging patching, tenant-caused cabinet hardware scuffs. Standard Threshold: Minor scope typically defined under AED 500 per incident. ### Landlord Responsibility Major Structural & MEP > AED 500 Integral infrastructure, life-safety equipment, and mechanical assets essential for peaceful occupancy. verified_user Central HVAC & Compressors Compressor failures, PCB replacements, chiller duct failures. verified_user Main Electrical & DB Boards Breaker burnout, sub-panel trips, feeder cable insulation issues. verified_user Water Heaters & Structural Leaks Internal tank breaches, embedded conduit water egress, slab seeps. Statutory Requirement: Must be remediated promptly to avoid tenant rent abatement claims. Supervised Routing ## Need Assistance with a Tenancy Notice or Dispute? Submit your unit specifications below. Your dossier will be instantly routed into our centralized secure intake Desk for review by licensed brokerage and advisory staff. Landlord Full Name Contact Number (UAE / Intl) Email Address Property Type Residential Apartment Residential Villa / Townhouse Commercial Office Space Commercial Retail Unit Full Residential Building Status Completed / Handed Over Off-Plan / Handover Impending Unit Number Project / Building Name Area of Dubai lock Secure encrypted submission to Tahani intake desk Submit Secure Intake Form arrow_forward check_circle #### Intake Transmitted to Tahani Intake Desk Your property dossier has been logged. An advisory supervisor will review your lease terms and confirm the next steps within one business day.