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Rights and Obligations Regarding Deposit Refund in Westland
What are the rights of tenants and obligations of landlords regarding deposit refunds in Westland? Including interest, deadlines, and prohibited deductions pursuant to Article 7:266 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), with local tips for greenhouse workers and horticulture.
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Arslan AdvocatenLegal Editorial
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In Westland, known for its glasshouse horticulture and greenhouse complexes, tenants have clear rights to the refund of the deposit at the end of the tenancy, while landlords have strict obligations. The landlord must repay the deposit within one month after the end of the tenancy period, as stipulated in Article 7:266 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW). Deductions are only permitted for proven damage, such as broken windows in a greenhouse dwelling, cleaning costs after a muddy season, or outstanding service charges for garden maintenance, always supported by evidence such as invoices from local companies in Monster or Naaldwijk.
Tenants in Westland are entitled to statutory interest on the deposit from the day of payment until full refund. If the landlord refuses, send a notice of default by registered mail and, if necessary, proceed to the district court in The Hague, which has jurisdiction over Westland matters. Landlords may not deduct unreasonable costs for normal wear and tear, such as yellowed wallpaper due to moisture from greenhouses or worn floors due to work boots of glasshouse horticulture employees. Tenants must leave the property in the condition as per the inspection report, taking into account local circumstances such as sand from the surrounding polders.
With private landlords in Westland, often owners of plots around Poeldijk or 's-Gravenzande, the deposit is usually held on a blocked account at Rabobank Westland. Properties of housing associations such as Vidore use internal systems. Disputes? Contact the Rent Tribunal for free advice, or the district court. Example: deducting costs for 'renewal of linoleum' in an older rental property is unjustified if the carpet is older than 5 years and normally worn from daily use. Document everything with photos of the condition at check-in and check-out, witness statements from neighbors, and receipts from Westland moving services. This way, you protect yourself against misunderstandings in this flower-rich region. (312 words)