Better Managed Property: The Dubai Jointly Owned Property (“Strata”) Directions (July 2010)

1. On 10th December 2007, Law No. (27) of 2007 on Ownership of Jointly Owned Properties in the Emirate of Dubai (“Strata Law”) was issued laying the foundations of a “Strata” form of real estate ownership in Dubai.

Termination of Hotel Management Agreements :When Things Go Wrong… (June 2010)

Very few in the hotel industry will be unaware of the recent problems affecting the Banyan Tree Al Areen resort in Bahrain (which we understand may be rebranded as “Al Areen Palace and Spa” subject to receipt of necessary approvals).

Dubai Land Department procedures for Developers to terminate or to mutually agree to cancel/consolidate units with Investors (May 2010)

As a result of the financial crisis many developers have been forced to seek termination of unit sale and purchase agreements (“SPAs”) executed with investors or to mutually agree to cancel or consolidate units.

New Property Dispute Resolution Forums In Dubai (May 2010)

Over the past couple of years Dubai has seen the establishment of various property dispute resolution forums.

Government of Dubai Executive Council Resolution No. 6 of 2010 (April 2010)

Executive Council Resolution No. 6 of 2010, approving the executive regulation of Law No. 13 of 2008, concerning the regulation of the Interim Real Estate Register in the Emirate of Dubai (the “Resolution”), came into force on 14th February 2010 but is yet to be published in the Official Gazette.

The Dubai Land Department & RERA: Legislative Agenda for 2010 (February 2010)

An Interview with Emad Eldin Farouq-Emad Eldin Farouq, Senior Legal Advisor at the Dubai Land Department, is centrally involved in the process of identifying and facilitating the introduction of new legislation necessary to create a comprehensive system of property laws and regulations in the Emirate of Dubai. 

Gulf Developers Eye Iraq’s Housing Sector (January 2010)

On 23rd November 2009, Iraq’s Parliament approved the first draft Amendment to Law No 13 of 2006 (the “Investment Law”)

A New Wave in Investment :DIFC REITs (December 2009)

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the financial free zone of the United Arab Emirates (UAE - the federation of seven emirates which includes the Emirate of Dubai) and, for most intents and purposes, is a separate jurisdiction from that of the UAE and, specifically, the Emirate of Dubai within which it is located.

Environmental Law in the UAE (November 2009)

The conservation and protection of the environment was a matter which was close to the heart of the late President of the UAE, H.H. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Developers’ rights clarified under new Law No. (9) of 2009 (May 2009)
The Government of Dubai published Law No. (9) of 2009 amending some provisions of Law No. (13) of 2008

The 2009 Abu Dhabi Rent Cap Policy and amendment to the Landlord and Tenant Law. (May 2009)

Abu Dhabi Law No.(6) of  2009 Amending Certain Provisions of Law No. (20) of 2006, the Abu Dhabi Landlord and Tenant Law.

The Global Economic Turbulence  (April 2009)
A Catalyst for Change in Qatar’s Property and Construction Sectors

Real Estate Investment Funds in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (April 2009)
The principle law governing real estate investment funds in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (“KSA”) is the Real Estate Investment Funds Regulations.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Tightens Controls Over Off the Plan Sales  (April 2009)
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has recently moved to increase the regulatory controls on the pre-sale of development projects which are still in the planning stage. These transactions are often described as “off the plan” sales.

Readdressing the Balance - The Role of RERA as a Mature Regulator (March 2009)
The Real Estate Regulatory Agency of Dubai (better known as 'RERA') was constituted by Law No. 16 of 2007 issued on 30 July 2007.  Since that time RERA in conjunction with the Dubai Land Department has presided over changes in the legal framework of one of the fastest growing and dynamic real estate markets in the world. 

Update on Property Laws & Regulations in Dubai (January 2009)
A summary of topics covered at seminar hosted in January by Al Tamimi & Company, in conjunction with the Dubai Land Department covering an update on property laws & regulations in Dubai.

An Interview with Emad Eldin Farouq (January 2009)
We talk to Emad Eldin Farouq, Senior legal counsel at the Dubai Land Department.

Analysis and Comments on the 2009 Rent Cap Decree & Amendment to the Landlord & Tenant Law (January 2009)
This article follows our analysis of the two new laws - Decree No.1 of 2009 Regarding Rentals in the Emirate of Dubai and Law No.33 of 2008.

Real Estate Sector in KSA (December 2008)
Interest in the real estate sector in KSA has increased significantly in recent times.

Developer Registration with RERA (October 2008)
In this article we will focus on the procedures and documents required for registering properties in the Interim Register at Dubai Land Department ("DLD") as a requirement for registering developers under Law No.8 of 2007 Concerning Guarantee Accounts of Real Estate Developments in the Emirate of Dubai and will also focus on the requirements for registering developers in Dubai.

Regulating the Interim Real Estate Register in Dubai (September 2008)
"Law No.(13) of 2008 Regulating the Interim Real Estate Register in the Emirate of Dubai", or the so-called 'Pre-Registration Law', was published in the Official Gazette and came into force on 31st August 2008. It introduces a number of new measures intended to protect investors who purchase property in Dubai off-the-plan.

A Real Boost for Ajman (August 2008)
The purpose of this article is to highlight the important provisions of the recently enacted Decrees and their implications on the real estate market in Ajman.