Eviction Procedure After Summons for Rental Agreement in Westland

The eviction procedure in Westland starts after an unanswered summons by your landlord. In municipalities such as Naaldwijk, Monster or Kwintsheul, the landlord summons you before the district court judge in The Hague, who schedules a hearing in the palace on Scheveningseweg. You get ample opportunity to defend yourself with proof of rent payment, medical certificates or local circumstances such as seasonal work in the greenhouses. In case of rent arrears, the judge usually grants dissolution and eviction (Article 7:271 DCC), unless compelling reasons such as Westland sick leave or family circumstances dictate otherwise. After the judgment, execution follows via a bailiff from the District of The Hague: postponement is possible up to 6 weeks. In case of opposition, the police in Westland can assist with forced eviction, with extra attention for protected tenants such as pregnant women or those on minimum income via the local Wmo scheme. Costs amount to €500-€2000 plus deposit and court fees. Prevent escalation by paying before the hearing via the Westland Social Team or arranging a payment plan. After eviction, the rent arrears remain outstanding, with collection, BKR registration and risk of benefit reduction by the Westland municipality. Seek an urgency declaration for a new urgent housing from the Woonstijl housing association or via the municipal counter in Poeldijk. Help is nearby at the Juridisch Loket in The Hague or debt counselling from SchuldHulpMaatje Westland. Eviction remains the last resort in this glasshouse horticulture region, but follow the steps to arm yourself legally.