Cairo Exempted from New Rent Law Amendments: Governor Announces Surprise Ahead of February 5 Deadline
Cairo residents remain attentive to developments regarding the long-standing Rent Law, as Dr. Ibrahim Saber, Governor of Cairo, revealed reasons for the delay in finalizing the survey of old-rent areas across the capital.
Governor Saber highlighted that Cairo accounts for approximately 50% of all properties subject to the old-rent law nationwide, making meticulous implementation essential.
He emphasized that the cautious approach in issuing decisions aims to avoid technical or administrative errors, ensuring that the survey results are legally sound, protect the rights of all parties, and prevent potential disputes once finalized. Saber added that the survey is expected to be completed soon.
Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has directed all governors to complete the inventory of all units and areas covered by the old-rent law by February 5, 2026. Properties will be categorized into three levels: premium, medium, and economic, with governors responsible for approving the committees’ work after thorough review. The final decisions will be published in the official gazette, making them legally binding.
As part of the upcoming adjustments, rents in premium areas are set to increase by 20%, while medium and economic zones will see a 10% increase.