Withholding Deposit in Westland: When May the Landlord Do This?

In Westland, with its many greenhouses and agricultural rental properties, a landlord may not withhold the deposit arbitrarily. According to Article 7:220 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), there must be demonstrable damage, such as broken windows in a glasshouse or outstanding payments. Damage in rental properties in places like Naaldwijk, Monster or 's-Gravenzande must be reported and invoiced within a reasonable period with receipts from local suppliers such as Gamma Westland. In case of disputes over rental properties in the polders, you can involve the Rent Tribunal, which is familiar with regional rental disputes. When checking into your Westland rental property, always prepare a detailed handover statement with photos of the garden, shed and any greenhouses. If the landlord withholds unjustifiably, you are entitled to statutory interest from the end date of the tenancy. Proceed via the District Court in The Hague if necessary, with reference to local case law from Westland. Avoid verbal agreements with Westland landlords; record everything in writing, especially for seasonal tenancy agreements for glasshouse workers. This way, you protect your rights in this flower-rich municipality.