Income Standards for Affordable Housing Allocation by Westland Housing Association

Affordable housing allocation requires that housing associations in Westland, such as Pré Wonen and WestlandWonen, take your income into account. The income standard determines whether you qualify for a social rental property in districts such as Naaldwijk, Monster or Kwintsheul. For 2024, the threshold is €47,699 for a single person and €52,671 for a multi-person household. Housing associations in Westland must allocate 80% of social rental properties to households below this standard, and 90% within the 'affordable' rent price up to €808.06 gross per month. If your income exceeds the standard, you may lose priority on the urgent waiting lists in Westland, where demand for affordable housing is high due to the greenhouse horticulture sector. In case of exceedance due to temporary factors, such as a one-off bonus from the greenhouses or seasonal work, you can lodge an objection. The Housing Authority monitors national compliance, but local housing associations in Westland report on this via the Woonbedrijf Westland. In case of violation, you can file a complaint with the housing association, the Rent Tribunal or the court in The Hague. Prove your income with recent tax returns and payslips from local employers. This prevents allocation of properties that are too expensive in Westland, which leads to rent arrears amid rising costs in this municipality. Always consult the current income limits on rijksoverheid.nl and check the website of your Westland housing association for regional urgency criteria.