Rental Disputes in Westland: Role and Procedure of the Rent Committee

The Rent Committee handles rental disputes in the social rental sector, including for tenants in Westland. From greenhouses to residential areas in Naaldwijk and Poeldijk: what can you expect and how does the procedure work locally?

Scope in Westland

For social rental housing in Westland (up to the liberalisation threshold of €879.66 in 2024), the Rent Committee handles rent increases, service charges such as maintenance of greenhouse dwellings, and defects in rental properties. Binding advice applies to housing associations such as Vidomes and Haga Wonen, which are very active in this horticultural municipality.

Filing and Process

Submit a complaint within two months after becoming aware via the online form on huurcommissie.nl. The committee hears tenants from Westland and landlords, often with hearing sessions in The Hague. Decision within 6-10 weeks. Costs: €25 per procedure, free for those on minimum income.

To the Court

Disagree with the binding advice? Within six weeks to the district court judge in The Hague. For liberalised rentals in Westland, only the judicial route applies. Local success stories show rent reductions of 20-40% for defects, such as moisture problems in older Westland rental properties. (248 words)