Dubai Lawyers: August 2020

Sunday, August 23, 2020

Tips in dealing with tenant maintenance issues

Fix issues beforehand - Even before the rental agreement gets signed, it pays as a landlord to have a move-in ready property. Tenants usually request for a space equipped with appliances that are up to standard. Thus, it is worth resolving issues like a broken air conditioning unit or a leaking faucet before the move-in so your relationship with the tenant starts on the right foot.

Prevent major damages - No property is immune to minor damages, but you can find ways to prevent them from worsening. List down potential problems that could happen and the solutions for each one. For instance, sand storms in Dubai may cause air conditioners to malfunction. So, you should look for guards to prevent this type of damage even before renting out space.

Conduct an inventory - Before the move-in date, conduct another inspection with the tenant to determine which are genuine complaints and which are due to negligence. More so, keep the tenant aware of problems that may recur after a certain period and the steps you've taken to rectify the situation.

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Wednesday, August 12, 2020

COVID-19 Rent Negotiation Implications

The landlord and tenant relationship, as well as the negotiating positions of either, can often be tested by external factors, with the current pandemic being a prime example. It’s the best time to consult property lawyers. The measures executed to diminish the spread of COVID-19 virus have plunged the real estate sector into uncharted waters. Rentals have been impacted by the closure of restaurants, shops, bars, and other public establishments. Commercial properties are no exception due to the 'work from home' initiatives and curfews implemented.

Tenants are going through significant changes in their job and salary status. As a result, landlords are being bombarded by requests and demands on rent relaxations, waivers, and discounts. This leads to questions like, ‘Do landlords have to postpone or decrease rental payments due to COVID-19?’. Considering the setbacks in business or employment, 'Can tenants terminate tenancy contracts immediately without penalty?' There are key legal considerations when it comes to amending lease arrangements. Any real estate lawyer will point out these policies:

Can tenants apply force majeure to excuse them from paying rent?

Tenants can refer to their lease for a force majeure clause. It stands for the proposition that the tenant’s obligations to pay rent under the contract can be excused when a “force majeure” makes such liability impossible, impracticable, or illegal. Force majeure is often thought of as an ‘act of God’, a natural occurrence like an earthquake or hurricane, or a particular circumstance beyond reasonable control.

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