Objection Procedure Against WWS Rent Assessment in Westland

In Westland, with its greenhouse horticulture businesses and largely temporary housing for seasonal workers, the WWS (Housing Valuation System) rent assessment is crucial for affordable housing. An appeal against a decision by the Rent Commission regarding the WWS maximum rent can be lodged with the District Court of Rotterdam, Canton Sector (the competent branch for Westland). You must file an objection within two months of the ruling, citing grievances such as incorrect point scoring of the property in areas like Naaldwijk, Monster, or Kwintsheul, or an incorrect WOZ (Valuation of Immovable Property Act) value based on local real estate prices. The court reviews the legality and completeness of the Rent Commission’s assessment. Tenants, often greenhouse workers, and landlords are heard; evidence such as appraisal reports from Westland real estate agents or energy performance certificates for greenhouse apartments is essential. Costs: court fees approximately €85 for tenants. A successful appeal leads to reassessment or rent adjustment with reimbursement, which is vital in a region with high rental pressure due to the horticultural economy. In 2023, 40% of tenants won similar cases. Specific rules apply to temporary contracts for seasonal work and indexation linked to Westland inflation. Advice: engage a local tenancy law attorney from The Hague or the Westland Housing Association Tenancy Team for complex cases in the Westland municipality. Digital submission via Rechtspraak.nl speeds up the procedure. This right ensures access to justice for Westland tenants and prevents arbitrariness in local rental disputes.