How will Abu Dhabi’s new rent freeze affect tenants and landlords?

Under the new rules, all tenancy contract renewals will be processed without any rent increase until further notice, overriding the previous framework that allowed landlords to raise rents by up to 5 per cent annually with advance notice. Experts say the accompanying “vacancy protection” measure is particularly significant, as landlords who ask tenants to leave can only re-rent the property at the same rental rate rather than charging market prices. The Tawtheeq system will also automatically block any attempt to register a renewal contract with a higher rent, even if both parties had previously agreed to an increase. What is your view — will this rent freeze improve housing affordability and stability for residents, or could it have unintended effects on the property market?

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