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Based on UAE law, specifically Article 17 of Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai (the 'Dubai Rental Law'), the responsibility for maintenance falls on the landlord. This includes major repairs and addressing issues related to the property's structure and essential systems that affect its habitability.

Crucially, the law states that the landlord is obligated to carry out maintenance if the tenant did not cause the damage. Your situation is a classic example: the presence of black mold due to a known, pre-existing ventilation issue (the stuck window you previously reported) squarely places the responsibility on the landlord. You have a strong case, as you have evidence of notifying them of the defect that led to the problem. The landlord's claim that improper ventilation is your fault is legally weak if the primary means of ventilation (the window) is defective and you have a record of reporting it.

For your next steps, we strongly advise a professional mold inspection. A certified report from a company like ours will definitively identify the mold type (e.g., toxic black mold Stachybotrys or common Cladosporium) and, most importantly, document the root cause (elevated moisture due to lack of ventilation). This technical report is your most powerful tool in any dispute with the landlord, providing irrefutable evidence for the Dubai Rental Dispute Center (RDC) if needed.

Do not attempt to remove significant mold yourself, as improper handling can aerosolize spores and worsen the health issues your kids are experiencing. For a proper assessment and legal documentation, call our experts at 800-MOLDS or 800-66537. We can provide the certified report you need to ensure the landlord fulfills their obligation to remediate the mold and fix the window at their cost.