Landlord's Maintenance Obligation in Westland: What if Repairs are Delayed?

In Westland, with its greenhouse complexes and residential areas in places like Naaldwijk, Monster and Kwintsheul, the landlord is responsible for major maintenance and defects. What if repairs are delayed due to the busyness in the greenhouse horticulture region? Here you can read about your rights and practical step-by-step plans, tailored to local situations.

Statutory obligations

Article 7:206 of the Dutch Civil Code obliges the landlord to keep the property in good condition, also in Westland where moisture due to greenhouse climate or storm damage to roofs often occurs. Minor repairs such as a loose faucet are for the tenant, but leaks, broken heating or cracks due to groundwater fall under the landlord.

Steps in case of non-compliance

Send a formal notice of default by registered mail with a realistic deadline, for example 14 days, taking into account Westland weather conditions. If the repair does not take place? You may engage a local contractor yourself and recover the costs under article 7:209 of the Dutch Civil Code. In case of urgent necessity, such as frost damage in winter, you can approach the subdistrict court in The Hague for an advance. The municipality of Westland also offers advice via the Housing Desk.

Rent reduction and more

During defects in your Westland rental property, you can demand rent reduction, up to 100% in case of uninhabitability due to, for example, flooding from nearby polders. The Rent Tribunal in the region advises on reasonable reduction. Keep invoices from Westland plumbers and all correspondence for court proceedings. This way, tenants in Poeldijk or 's-Gravenzande stand stronger. (248 words)