Rent Reduction Due to Serious Defects in Rental Property in Westland

In Westland, the greenhouse and glasshouse horticulture municipality with villages such as Naaldwijk, Monster and Kwintsheul, tenants are increasingly demanding rent reduction for serious defects. In cases of problems such as leaks, mould or dampness due to high humidity in older rental properties near the greenhouses, you can demand a reduction. Article 7:242 CC obliges the landlord to repair. Report defects in writing with photos, moisture measurements and a structural engineering report – crucial in this humid climate. If the landlord ignores it, claim reduction via the Rent Tribunal (max. 40% discount from notification). Prove the defect with expert evidence, especially for typical Westland issues such as inadequate insulation in 1970s homes, broken central heating systems during cold greenhouse winters or structural damp problems due to nearby waterways. Procedure: free application to the Rent Tribunal, binding decision within weeks. Reduction applies retroactively from your notification. Landlord must repair within a reasonable term, otherwise penalty payment via the district court in The Hague. In cases of foundation problems – not uncommon in peat soil around 's-Gravenzande – consider termination of the tenancy. The Rent Tribunal assesses 'defect' that limits usability, such as draughts in flats at Verdiplein. Do not repair yourself without permission, unless urgent (e.g. leak in rainy season); keep invoices for set-off. Block rent increases via the tribunal. Tips for Westlanders: check your tenancy agreement via the Woonbond model, suitable for local social housing. Low income? Apply for exceptional assistance at Westland municipality. Judges in The Hague confirm reduction for unresolved mould in greenhouse workers' homes. This way you financially compensate for nuisance without moving. Local Woonbond branch in Naaldwijk offers sample letters and advice for horticulture tenants. (312 words)