Rent Allowance as an Alternative to Housing Costs Assistance in Westland
In Westland, with greenhouses and horticulture as the economic backbone, rent allowance from the Tax Authorities provides relief for low-income tenants with high rent costs. Unlike the municipal special assistance in Westland, which is often one-off or temporary for acute housing costs, rent allowance is an ongoing national scheme.
Conditions and Application Specific to Westland Residents
- Calculation: Based on income, rent price and household composition; ideal for seasonal workers in horticulture.
- Maximum rent: €879.66 (2024) for singles in municipalities such as Naaldwijk or Monster.
- Application: Online via toeslagen.nl with DigiD; provisional calculation available. For Westland-specific advice, contact the Wmo counter at the town hall.
In Westland, you can combine rent allowance with special assistance for shortfalls, for example for unexpected repairs in rental properties near the auctions. Report changes such as income from temporary employment promptly to prevent recoveries. For owner-occupied homes in Poeldijk, mortgage interest deduction applies. Rent allowance ensures financial stability alongside the one-off help from the Westland municipality. (218 words)