Who is responsible for black mold cleanup in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

Under Dubai Law No. 26 of 2007, landlords are legally responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the property, which includes the building envelope and fixed systems like the AC. The leak from your AC unit, a fixture, is the root cause of the mold. This places the primary responsibility for both the repair of the leak and the resulting mold remediation on your landlord.

Tenant responsibilities typically relate to general upkeep and reporting issues promptly. Since you’ve informed your landlord of the leak and the mold, you have fulfilled your duty. Their claim that insufficient AC use caused it is incorrect; continuous AC operation in our humid climate actually helps control indoor moisture. Mold from a persistent leak is a maintenance issue.

For a formal resolution, document everything: photos of the leak, the mold growth, and your communication with the landlord. If they remain uncooperative, you can file a complaint with the Rental Dispute Settlement Center (RDSC) in Dubai. Given that this is black mold, a professional inspection is strongly advised to assess the extent of growth behind the wardrobe and wall, which a certified lab test can confirm. This documented evidence from a third-party expert is crucial for any legal proceedings.