In Westland, the housing allowance (huurtoeslag) supplements the WWS maximum rent for low-income individuals, such as horticulturists and greenhouse agriculture workers, as regulated under the Housing Allowance Act (Wet op de huurtoeslag). The conditions for eligibility are as follows:
- Rent below €879.66;
- Annual income up to €30,000 (for single-person households);
- Assets below €37,395.
Applications can be submitted via Mijn toeslagen at [toeslagen.nl](https://www.toeslagen.nl) using a DigiD, making it ideal for residents in Naaldwijk, Monster, or Kwintsheul. The amount of the allowance depends on rent, income, and household composition, averaging €250 per month. This support is crucial in the region due to high housing costs associated with greenhouse residences.
WWS-qualified homes in Westland automatically meet the criteria if registered with the municipality. Changes, such as seasonal income fluctuations, must be reported to avoid reclaims. If rent is reduced following a WWS assessment by the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie), the allowance is adjusted accordingly.
Special provisions apply to students at Inholland Delft or young greenhouse workers: rooms with rent up to €477 are eligible. Landlords in Westland must consult the property number register (huisnummerregister) for registration purposes.
In 2024, the housing allowance will increase by 6.9% due to inflation adjustments, providing welcome relief for Westland families. This safety net reduces housing costs in the "glass city" and promotes social mobility. For optimal benefits, it can be combined with local Westland schemes, such as special assistance (bijzondere bijstand).