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Rent Increase CPI Limit Westland: What You Need to Know

Discover the CPI limit for rent increases in Westland: max 5.4% in 2024. Rights, examples and help via Juridisch Loket Westland and Rechtbank Den Haag.

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Rent Increase CPI Limit in Westland: What You Need to Know

The **rent increase CPI limit** in Westland restricts the annual rent increase for regulated rental properties. Based on the **Consumer Price Index (CPI)** from the CBS, the landlord may not exceed the statutory limit. Discover your rights, local tips and steps in case of violation via the Juridisch Loket Westland.

What does the CPI limit mean for tenants in Westland?

In Westland, just like elsewhere in the Netherlands, the **CPI limit** regulates the maximum rent increase per year. The CPI measures inflation and is calculated by the **Statistics Netherlands (CBS)**. The increase is limited to the CPI rise from the previous year plus a maximum of 1 percentage point, unless temporary rules stipulate otherwise.

This applies to **regulated rental properties** (social housing and mid-range rental up to €879.66 in 2024), but not for:

  • Free sector properties (rent > €879.66 without allowance)
  • Commercial spaces
  • Temporary contracts < 2 years
  • Specific housing association rentals with fixed prices

For 2024, the rent increase in Westland is temporarily capped at **5.4%** for social housing (CPI 4.4% + 1%). In 2023, 2% applied to housing associations. Always check the current limit via Rijksoverheid.nl.

Legal Basis in Westland (District Court of The Hague)

The rules are set out in the **Good Landlordship Act** and **Civil Code Book 7**. Key references:

  • Article 7:139 DCC: General rent increase conditions and notice period.
  • Article 7:140 DCC: Maximum CPI + 1%, temporarily adjusted for 2024.
  • Rent Increase Regulation 2024: Set at 5.4% for the regulated sector.

CBS publishes the CPI in January; for Westland (district of the District Court of The Hague), this applies nationwide. Example: CPI 2023 increase of 4.4% leads to max. 5.4% increase in 2024. Contract clauses above the limit are invalid.

Tip for Westland: In disputes, you fall under the District Court of The Hague. Start with the Juridisch Loket Westland for free advice (location: Monster or online).

Example: CPI Limit in a Westland Rental Property

You rent in 's-Gravenzande with €900 monthly rent. CPI 2023: 4.4%. Maximum allowed in 2024:

  • 4.4% CPI + 1% = 5.4%
  • New rent: €900 + (€900 × 0.054) = €948.60

Higher demand? Refuse and report to Huurteam Westland or Juridisch Loket.

Landlord's Obligations

Landlord must:

  1. Announce in writing at least 2 months in advance (art. 7:139 DCC).
  2. Mention the CPI source (CBS).
  3. Stay within the statutory maximum.

Content of Rent Increase Letter

Essential:

  • New rent amount.
  • Used CPI (e.g. 4.4% 2023).
  • Effective date (usually 1 July or 1 January).
  • Statutory reference (art. 7:140 DCC).

Example Westland:
Dear tenant,
As of 1 July 2024, we are increasing your rent from €900 to €948.60 (CPI 4.4% +1%, art. 7:140 DCC). Questions? Call us.

What if the limit is exceeded in Westland?

Your rights:

  • Pay only the statutory amount.
  • Refuse unjustified claim.
  • Report within 4 weeks to the Rent Tribunal (free procedure).

Contact: Juridisch Loket Westland (070-392 59 59) or Huurcommissie.nl. For Westland-specific cases: District Court of The Hague, subdistrict sector.

Current for 2024 in Westland

Due to the housing shortage, limits remain strict. Follow updates via the Westland municipality or Rijksoverheid. Tenants' associations such as Woonbond offer local meetings in Naaldwijk.