Rent Dispute Resolution via the Rent Tribunal in Westland

The Rent Tribunal handles rent disputes independently in Westland, particularly rent price and defects (Article 7:251 DCC), but not direct urgent termination – that goes to the district court in The Hague. However, it does touch upon it: the tribunal rules on maintenance deficiencies in greenhouse dwellings or horticultural properties, which can strengthen urgency for Westland greenhouse growers. Procedure: free online application via huurcommissie.nl, within 3 months after notification to the landlord. Binding for rent price, not for termination. Tenants in Westland report defects such as leaks in greenhouses or excessively high service costs for horticultural installations; landlord responds. Examples: overdue maintenance of living spaces in Poeldijk or Naaldwijk, or excessive costs for collective heating in greenhouse complexes. Decision within 6 weeks. Appeal possible at the district court. In 2023, the tribunal handled 50,000 cases nationwide, with 70% in favour of tenants – in Westland it peaks due to seasonal rent in horticulture. Combine with Article 7:279 DCC for a strong file in local disputes. Not for housing allocation via Westland Wonen. Advantages: low-threshold, no lawyer needed, ideal for temporary workers. Disadvantages: no enforcement penalty. Perfect for the pre-urgent phase in the Westland rent landscape. (218 words)