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Exceptions to Income-Dependent Rent Increases in Westland

What exceptions apply to income-dependent rent increases in Westland? From new builds in 's-Gravenzande to income reductions for greenhouse horticulture workers: check if you are protected.

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Not all tenants in Westland are subject to income-dependent rent increases. Exceptions apply to newly built homes in areas such as Naaldwijk or Monster (first two years), temporary contracts shorter than two years, and rental prices below the liberalization threshold (€808.06 in 2024) in the regulated sector. In Westland, where many seasonal workers are employed in greenhouse horticulture, rent increases may be moderated or waived in cases of income reduction due to unemployment or retirement. In the event of a divorce, only the income of the primary tenant is considered. For expatriates in the horticulture sector with foreign income, the regulation does not always apply, provided this is proven with documentation. During the COVID-19 crisis (2020-2022), rent increases were temporarily prohibited, which provided relief for many Westland tenants in Poeldijk and Kwintsheul. Landlords are not permitted to increase rent if there are ongoing disputes with the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie) or if there is rent arrears. Verify your situation using the Rent Price Check at [huurcommissie.nl](https://www.huurcommissie.nl) or contact Woonpunt Westland for local advice. If in doubt, engage a tenancy law attorney through the Legal Counter (Juridisch Loket) in The Hague (subsidized legal aid). These exceptions prevent unfair increases and promote fairness in the Westland rental market.