Maximum Rent Increase Percentages in the Regulated Sector 2024 for Westland

For 2024, the maximum rent increase percentage in the regulated sector in Westland has been set at 2.3% for social rental properties, based on the consumer price index. In the bidding sector, which is common for greenhouse horticulture housing in districts such as Naaldwijk and Monster, the increase may not exceed this percentage, unless approved by the Housing Authority. For the transition sector in growing neighbourhoods such as Honselersdijk, a phased increase applies, never more than 5% per year to facilitate the transition to the free sector, taking into account the local housing shortage due to agricultural expansion. Landlords in Westland, such as Vidomes or local cooperatives, must justify the increase with a Quality Mark document or ministerial decision. Service charges such as homeowners' association contributions for horticulture complexes or maintenance in Poeldijk may be increased separately, but only on the basis of actual cost increases due to inflation in energy and materials. Tenants with rent allowance benefit indirectly, as the allowance compensates for the increase – crucial for seasonal workers in the Westland greenhouses. Check your rent price via the housing valuation system (WOZ point system): at the liberalisation threshold (around €900), you may shift to the free sector, especially relevant for new construction in Kwintsheul. In case of dispute: the Rent Tribunal decides within 6 weeks, with advice from the Westland Housing Desk. Stay alert to timely payment to prevent forced eviction, also due to stricter enforcement in this region. These rules protect affordable rent for Westland residents.