Dubai Municipality 5% Housing Fee & DEWA Utility Calculator
Calculate Dubai Municipality 5% housing fee on residential tenancy contracts, DEWA electricity & water slab tariffs, and monthly fuel surcharges.
This tool enforces Dubai Local Order No. 4 of 1977 & DEWA Slab Tariff Structure. Based on official UAE government sources.
View Official Government Portal Source (→)How This Calculation Works: Plain-English Legal Breakdown
Who Is NOT Covered By This Law?
UAE national residential tenancies (exempt from municipality housing fees) and properties leased in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or northern emirates.
Edge Cases Handled
Housing fee is 5% of annual rent divided across 12 monthly bills. Housing fee is exempt from VAT, while electricity and water consumption incur 5% VAT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dubai Municipality Housing Fee charged on DEWA bills?
Dubai Municipality levies a 5% civic fee on the annual rent of residential properties leased by expatriates (Local Order No. 4/1977). This fee is divided into 12 equal monthly installments and added to your monthly DEWA electricity and water bill.
Can I dispute or reduce an incorrect DEWA housing fee?
Yes. If your housing fee was calculated based on an outdated contract or estimated rental value higher than your active Ejari, submit a Housing Fee Amendment request on the Dubai Municipality portal (dm.gov.ae) with your Ejari certificate to match your exact rent.
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