Rent Increase Point System in Westland: How Does the System Work?
In Westland, a landlord may not arbitrarily increase the rent price for a **rent increase**. For rental properties in the **private sector**, the **point system** applies. This limits the increase based on the **rent index** and the **age of the property**. Discover how this works in Westland and what your rights are at the District Court The Hague.
What Does the Point System Entail for Westland?
The **point system** regulates rent increases in the **private sector** and is included in the **Rent Increases Private Sector Act (WHVS)** and **Rent Act**. Purpose: to protect tenants in Westland against excessive increases. The calculation is based on **points** determined by the **rent index** (CBS data) and the **construction age** of the property. Older buildings in Westland receive fewer points and thus smaller increases.
Note: Only for **private sector**. Social rent in Westland follows different rules via housing associations, rent allowance, and indexation.
Legal Basis in Westland
Important laws:
- Rent Increases Private Sector Act (WHVS): Specifically for private sector increases.
- Rent Act (art. 7:270-7:278): Procedure and point calculation.
- Decree on Rent Increases Private Sector (BHV): Points per rent index and age.
The **rent index** is published monthly by the CBS. In case of disputes, in Westland you can go to the **District Court The Hague** or the **Juridisch Loket Westland** for free advice.
Point Calculation for Your Property in Westland
Two main factors:
- Rent index: Monthly CBS indicator for rent development.
- Property age: Older houses in Westland (often greenhouses or traditional buildings) receive point discounts.
Calculation: Convert rent index into points, corrected for age. Example: For a 2% index increase and 15-year-old property: only 60% of the increase permitted, so max. 1.2%.
Points per Age Category in Westland
Overview of maximum increase (based on BHV, check current District Court The Hague):
| Age of property | Points per year | Max. increase (at +2% index) |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5 years | 100% | 2% (full) |
| 5–10 years | 80% | 1.6% |
| 10–20 years | 60% | 1.2% |
| 20+ years | 40% | 0.8% |
In Westland with many older properties, tenants often benefit from lower maxima. In case of disagreement: go to **Juridisch Loket Westland** or **District Court The Hague (district)**.