{"id":29015,"date":"2025-02-17T08:00:32","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T08:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/?p=29015"},"modified":"2025-02-17T08:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T08:00:32","slug":"new-dubai-rent-rules-landlords-must-now-give-90-day-notice-when-raising-rent-prices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.ceo\/guide\/new-dubai-rent-rules-landlords-must-now-give-90-day-notice-when-raising-rent-prices\/","title":{"rendered":"New Dubai Rent Rules: Landlords Must Now Give 90-Day Notice When Raising Rent Prices"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rent prices in Dubai continue to rise, but tenants now have better protection against sudden increases. Under new rules, landlords must notify tenants at least 90 days before a rent hike takes effect<\/strong>. This update is designed to ensure transparency and fairness in the rental market.<\/p>\n

Previously, rent increases could sometimes take tenants by surprise. Now, under the updated Smart Rent Index<\/a>, a landlord must provide a 90-day notice before a lease renewal if they plan to raise the rent<\/strong>. However, an increase is only allowed if the Smart Rent Index confirms the property qualifies for it.<\/p>\n

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If a landlord fails to notify the tenant within this 90-day period, they cannot raise the rent \u2014 even if the index permits it. Additionally, if a previous version of the index allowed for an increase but the new one does not, the latest index at the time of renewal will determine the final rent.<\/p>\n

Dubai\u2019s population has been growing rapidly, driving up demand for rental properties. In 2024, rental prices increased<\/strong> for the 15th consecutive quarter, with apartment rents rising by 19% annually and villa rents by 13%<\/strong>. To prevent excessive rent hikes and ensure stability in the market, these new regulations aim to create a more balanced relationship between landlords and tenants.<\/p>\n

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The updated Smart Rent Index, launched by the Dubai Land Department in January 2024, replaces the older system, which was updated only once a year. This new index uses artificial intelligence to provide real-time rental price updates<\/strong>, making it more accurate and adaptable to market trends.<\/p>\n

Key features of the new index include:<\/p>\n