What is the contractual date?
Find the handover date, any grace period and any extension rights. The developer's reasons are then tested against them. We also check the project's official status with the regulator.
What can be claimed?
Compensation for the delay, refund of sums paid on cancellation in suitable cases, and interest if available. The remedy depends on how late the project is and why.
What should a buyer do now?
Keep paying as the contract requires unless advised, send written notice, and keep every developer notice. See off-plan refund disputes.
Documents to have ready
- Sale and purchase agreement
- Payment plan and receipts
- Developer notices
- Project status records
- Correspondence
Send us the documentsA short message and the key papers are enough for a first assessment.
WhatsApp usCommon questions
Does a delay always give me a refund?
No. It depends on the contract, the law and the circumstances.
Can I claim for rent I paid while waiting?
Possibly as loss, if proven and caused by the delay.
More on developer & off-plan disputes
References to Dubai property legislation are general. Real estate laws and regulatory procedures in Dubai are amended from time to time, so we confirm the current text and the regulator's practice before advising on your claim. This page is general information, not legal advice.