Do you disagree with a decision by the Westland municipality or another government authority? You have the right to lodge an objection within 6 weeks. The administrative authority will then review the decision again.
What does lodging an objection entail?
Lodging an objection means that you ask the administrative authority to reassess a decision that has been taken. They check whether the decision is correct and fair.
In which situations can you lodge an objection?
An objection is possible in cases of:
- Individual decisions (disposals)
- Certain general decisions
- A refusal of a request or application
- If no decision has been taken in time
What is the time limit for objection?
You have 6 weeks to lodge an objection. This period starts:
- The day after the official publication of the decision
- The day after the decision is sent to you
Steps to lodge an objection
- Draft an objection letter (by letter or form)
- Include your personal details and the date
- Specify against which decision you are objecting
- Explain why you disagree with the decision
- Sign it
- Send the objection letter to the relevant authority
Will my objection be considered?
The administrative authority first checks whether your objection is valid:
- Has it been lodged within the time limit?
- Do you have a direct interest in the decision?
- Does the objection relate to a specific decision?
- Are all required details included?
Frequently asked questions about objections in Westland
What if I am late with my objection?
You can still lodge an objection with an explanation for the delay. The administrative authority decides whether this is acceptable.
Are there costs involved in lodging an objection?
No, lodging an objection is free of charge. Only if you appeal to the court, such as the District Court of The Hague, do you pay court fees.
Can I already appeal during the objection procedure?
In principle, no. You must wait for the decision on your objection. Only if the administrative authority responds too late can you lodge an appeal directly.
Contact and support
Do you need help with lodging an objection? Contact the Juridisch Loket Westland for free advice.