The New Rental Law in the Dominican Republic: More Inclusion, More Professionalism… and More Advantages for Our Clients

The Dominican Republic's recent Real Estate Rental and Eviction Law , passed earlier this month and yet to come into effect, not only changes the rules for landlords and tenants, but also raises the bar for how the real estate market should operate.

One of the most relevant points— and one that directly impacts the way properties are listed— is the absolute prohibition of any discriminatory conditions in rental listings.

What the law now prohibits

From its entry into force, it is strictly prohibited to include in advertisements phrases such as:

• “I don’t rent to foreigners”
• “I don’t rent to families with children.”
• “For single people only”
• Any conditioning based on race, creed, ethnic origin, social status, nationality or sexual orientation

The law considers these practices to be serious violations, and any advertisement containing them will be void by law, with possible sanctions for the person posting it.

Why is this good news for Urban customers?

At Urban, we have always been committed to a transparent, inclusive, and professional marketplace.

This means that our clients:

• They receive clear and 100% legal ads, focused on the real value of the property.
• They reach a wider audience, increasing the chances of finding qualified tenants quickly.
• They avoid penalties and legal problems because our processes are aligned with the law.
• They protect their reputation as responsible and modern owners.

Urban: Guarantee of compliance and results

The new legislation highlights the importance of working with an experienced and up-to-date real estate agency that not only understands the market but also ensures regulatory compliance.

In Urban:

- We filter and write each ad with professional criteria.

- We use real estate marketing strategies that comply with the law and maximize reach.

- We protect the interests of the landlord and facilitate a healthy and secure relationship with the tenant.

The Rental Law seeks a fairer and more inclusive market, but also a more professional one.

At Urban, we turn this legal obligation into a competitive advantage for our clients, because we know that a well-made ad , free of discrimination and optimized to reach more people , is the key to renting faster and with better conditions.

📩 Do you want to rent your property risk-free and with the support of a real estate agency that complies with the law?

At Urban, we make it possible. Contact us today and we'll help you from start to finish.