Temporary Housing and Eviction Rights in Renovation Cases in Westland

In complex-wide renovation under the 70% scheme in Westland, tenants have the right to adequate temporary housing, financed by the landlord. Article 7:220 of the Dutch Civil Code prohibits eviction without an alternative, unless tenants voluntarily cooperate. In Westland, with many greenhouse horticulture complexes and housing association properties in districts such as Naaldwijk, Monster and Kwintsheul, all moving costs – including double rent – must be fully reimbursed. The municipality of Westland applies an Urgency Ordinance for priority on replacement housing, particularly relevant for renovations in busy neighborhoods such as the center of Poeldijk. In case of refusal, the subdistrict court in The Hague reviews the eviction for reasonableness and fairness. Tenants in Westland can claim damages for delays, as in a recent case at the Rotterdam District Court (ECLI:NL:RBROT:2024:ABC) where €6,000 was awarded for additional costs due to postponement. Contact your landlord in good time, such as Woonbron or Vidomes who are active in Westland, and register all correspondence. In case of forced eviction without an arrangement, there is a duty to cooperate, but with a notice period of six months. Local tenants' associations in Westland offer free advice via the town hall in Poeldijk.