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Termination of Rental Agreement Westland: Procedure

Termination of rental agreement in Westland: step-by-step plan for landlord and tenant. Via District Court of The Hague. Free advice Juridisch Loket Westland.

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Termination of Rental Agreement in Westland: Step-by-Step Procedure

Termination of a rental agreement in Westland means that the rental agreement between landlord and tenant ends before the agreed end date. This can be via a termination declaration, mutual agreement of both parties or a court judgment. The rules come from the **Rental Act 2015** and **Dutch Civil Code (DCC)**. In Westland this falls under District Court of The Hague (district). Here you can read as tenant or landlord how to handle this, your rights and obligations, and concrete steps. For questions, contact Juridisch Loket Westland.

What does termination mean for rental in Westland?

Termination ends the rental agreement prematurely. Possible reasons:

  • Force majeure: Think of mandatory renovation or tenant's job loss.
  • Fault of a party: Landlord fails to maintain, or tenant fails to pay.
  • Mutual agreement: Both want to stop.
  • Court: At the request of one party.

In Westland the same applies as nationally, but procedures go via District Court of The Hague. First often send a termination letter, then possibly to court. See **Rental Act 2015** (art. 7:278 DCC).

Legal basis

Main rules:

  • DCC Book 7: Lease:
    • Art. 7:278 DCC: Landlord in case of rent arrears.
    • Art. 7:280 DCC: Tenant in case of defects.
    • Art. 7:281 DCC: Force majeure.
  • Rental Act 2015:
    • Art. 7:290 DCC: In case of fault.
    • Art. 7:291 DCC: Force majeure.

When termination in Westland?

Overview of common cases:

SituationStatuteWho?
Rent not paid (2+ months)7:278 DCCLandlord
Poor maintenance7:280 DCCTenant
Renovation/force majeure7:281 DCCLandlord
Nuisance/behaviour7:290 DCCBoth
Mutual agreement7:270 DCCBoth

Step-by-Step Plan for Termination of Rental Agreement Westland

Depending on the case. General tips: consult Juridisch Loket Westland for free advice.

1. Landlord in case of non-payment

Steps:

  1. Check arrears: At least 2 months rent outstanding.
  2. Notice: Tenant formal demand by registered mail (proof!).
  3. Termination declaration: Put tenant in default, give term (often 14 days).
  4. To court: At District Court of The Hague summons via bailiff. Request termination + eviction.
  5. Judgment: Court decides, possibly forced eviction.

2. Tenant in case of defects

  1. Report defect: In writing to landlord.
  2. No solution?: Demand rent reduction or request termination.
  3. Court: Procedure at District Court of The Hague.

3. Mutual agreement

Make written deed, sign together. Notarial deed not always necessary, but proof is. Set end date and arrange security deposit.

4. Force majeure or serious breach

First letter, then summary proceedings at District Court of The Hague. Proof crucial (photos, witnesses).

Practical Tips Westland

  • Help: Juridisch Loket Westland for low incomes.
  • Court: Location The Hague, district Westland.
  • Costs: Court fee €85-€500, bailiff extra.
  • Time: Procedure 3-6 months.

Avoid Common Mistakes

  • Self-eviction: Never! Punishable.
  • No proof: Always registered mail.
  • Wrong court: Always subdistrict court The Hague.

For personal advice: Juridisch Loket Westland or tenant association.