Trema standards maintenance in Westland: calculation of maintenance contribution
The Trema standards form the standard guidelines in the Netherlands for calculating maintenance (maintenance contribution) between ex-partners or parents and children. In the Westland region, which falls under the District Court of The Hague, these standards ensure a fair distribution of costs based on incomes, care tasks, and personal circumstances. In case of divorce, after termination of cohabitation, or for child maintenance, the Trema standards are essential for a just arrangement. The Juridisch Loket Westland offers free advice on this.
What do the Trema standards entail for Westland?
The Trema standards are guidelines from the Dutch government for maintenance calculations, based on the Maintenance Act (art. 1:270-1:285 CC). They are updated via the Trema regulation and provide an objective approach to avoid disputes. In Westland, courts and mediators apply these standards in local cases.
Applicable to:
- Child maintenance between parents and minors.
- Partner maintenance after divorce.
- Maintenance for adult children with special needs.
Important factors:
- Net incomes of both parties.
- Care percentages for children.
- Living circumstances such as housing and health in Westland.
Legal basis of Trema standards at District Court of The Hague (Westland)
No separate act, but a ministerial regulation based on:
- Art. 1:270 CC: Maintenance obligation of parents until child's independence.
- Art. 1:272 CC: Amount determined by incomes and circumstances.
- Art. 1:274 CC: Partner maintenance in case of dependency.
Annually reviewed by the Ministry of Justice, adjusted for inflation. In Westland, the District Court of The Hague strictly follows these standards. Deviations possible with reasonable own agreements, but they must be equitable.
Calculation of maintenance according to Trema standards
Step-by-step method, adapted to child or partner maintenance. Contact Juridisch Loket Westland for a personal calculation.
1. Determine net income
From gross to available income:
- Gross salary, benefit, or pension.
- Minus tax and premiums.
- Minus fixed housing costs (rent in Westland, energy, etc.).
- Results in maintenance capacity.
Example: €4,200 gross in Westland → after deductions €2,700 available.
2. Assess care division
In Westland with a lot of co-parenting:
- 50/50 care: Lower maintenance.
- Majority care (>35%): Higher contribution.
- Primary caregiver: Maximum maintenance.
3. Calculate capacity to pay and need
Difference in available incomes shares the costs. Use online calculators or consult the District Court of The Hague.
4. Adjustments for special situations
In Westland: account for greenhouse horticulture incomes, high housing costs, or studies.
Help in Westland
For advice: Juridisch Loket Westland (free initial consultation). In case of dispute: District Court of The Hague, Westland district. Standards change annually – check current tables.