May the deposit in Westland be indexed?
Yes, in Westland the deposit may be adjusted annually to inflation pursuant to Article 7:249 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), provided that this is explicitly included in the lease agreement for a residential property in districts such as Naaldwijk, Monster or Kwintsheul. This follows the consumer price index (CPI) of Statistics Netherlands (CBS), relevant for floriculture and greenhouse horticulture tenants in this region.
Calculation method for Westland
Formula: New deposit = Old deposit × (New CPI / Old CPI). Example specific to Westland: Deposit €1200 (typical for a horticulture plot lease), CPI rises from 120 to 125: new deposit €1250. Always use the most recent CBS figures for the Haaglanden-Westland region.
Procedure for adjustment in Westland
- Send timely written notice with calculation, ideally via the Westland municipality portal or by registered mail to the address in Poeldijk or 's-Gravenzande.
- Tenant pays the difference; landlord administers the deposit on a blocked account at a local bank such as Rabobank Westland.
- Upon termination of the lease, the deposit is refunded at the adjusted amount, taking into account local dispute procedures.
Disputes and limits in Westland
The deposit in Westland may never exceed two times the monthly rent (statutory maximum under the Dutch Civil Code). In case of exceedance, the tenant may demand a reduction via the Rent Tribunal, which specifically examines indexations in this municipality. Local associations such as the Westland Tenants' Association offer free advice for growers and residents.