What are Dubai's rules for landlord mold removal?« Back to Previous Page

As a specialist in Dubai's indoor environmental quality, I can confirm that tenants have clear rights regarding mold remediation under Dubai Municipality's public health and housing regulations.

While there isn't a single "mold removal" code, the landlord's obligation stems from their legal duty to provide a habitable and safe property, as per Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai. The persistent cough you describe in your children is a significant health red flag commonly associated with mycotoxin exposure from mold like the Stachybotrys (black mold) you’ve found.

Your first actionable step is to formally notify your landlord in writing (email is best for a paper trail), detailing the issue, its location, and the adverse health effects. Include clear photographs. The landlord is typically responsible for investigating and rectifying the source of the moisture intrusion (often poor insulation or AC condensate drain issues in our climate) and for the subsequent remediation.

If the landlord is unresponsive, you can escalate the matter to the Dubai Municipality's Public Health Services Department or the Rental Dispute Center (RDC). For a case with evident health impacts, I strongly recommend engaging a professional IEQ inspection company. A certified report that identifies the mold species, spore count levels, and the underlying moisture source provides irrefutable evidence for any dispute and is often the fastest way to compel landlord action. This is not a DIY situation given the health risks.

For immediate professional assessment and remediation services that comply with Dubai guidelines, you can call 800-MOLDS or 800-66537.