Social Housing Waiting List Rules Westland: rights and obligations
In **Westland**, housing corporations such as Stevyn and Woonbron manage the **social housing waiting list**. These rules are based on the **Housing Act**, **Housing Supervision Act (Wht)** and local **allocation policy Westland**. As a housing seeker in Westland, it is crucial to understand how priorities work, especially with the high demand for affordable housing in this greenhouse horticulture area. **District Court of The Hague** (district) handles appeals; the **Legal Aid Office Westland** provides free advice.
Social Housing Waiting List in Westland
The **social housing waiting list Westland** registers applications for properties with **social rent price** (max. €879.66 in 2024, affordability standard). Corporations allocate via **WoningNet Westland** based on **waiting time**, **urgency** and **income**. Westland applies strict **regional ties**: preference for residents with 5+ years living/working experience in Westland.
Due to scarcity (avg. waiting time 7-10 years), a **urgency declaration** from the municipality applies for priority, e.g., in case of forced relocation or medical necessity. Check gemeentewestland.nl for current policy.
Legal Basis Westland
- Housing Act: Framework for social housing and corporation roles in Westland.
- Housing Supervision Act (Wht): Max. rent prices and tenant protection.
- Awb: Decision-making and objection/appeal at **District Court of The Hague**.
- Westland allocation policy: Local rules via Stevyn/Woonbron; inter alia 80% allocation of suitable housing.
Prioritisation Criteria Westland
Westland combines national and local criteria:
| Criterion | Explanation Westland | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Waiting time | Priority after 5+ years registration with WoningNet. | 5 years waiting > newcomer. |
| Urgency | Municipal declaration for acute need (medical, violence, demolition). | Victim of domestic violence from Naaldwijk gets priority. |
| Housing need | Families with children priority for larger properties. | Family with 2 kids > single person for 3-bedroom in Honselersdijk. |
| Income | Priority for low incomes (< €47,699 gross/2024). | Seasonal worker greenhouse horticulture > middle income. |
| Westland ties | 5 years living/working in Westland required for regular allocation. | Poeldijk grower > import from Rotterdam. |
Your Rights on the Waiting List Westland
You have the right to **transparency**: corporations must disclose your position and criteria. **Active registration** is mandatory: respond to 3 consecutive offers, otherwise suspension (up to 12 months). In case of refusal: written motivation within 10 days.
Appeal Options
- Objection: Within 6 weeks with corporation.
- Appeal District Court of The Hague: Within 6 weeks after objection decision; Westland district.
- Appeal on Appeal: Court of Appeal The Hague.
Free assistance: **Legal Aid Office Westland** (Poeldijk or online).
Obligations and Tips Westland
- Notify change of address within 10 days.
- Income test: max. €47,699 (2024).
- Tip: Apply for **urgency** with Westland municipality for priority.
Waiting Time Westland: what if it takes too long?
Average 7-10 years; after >5 years you may become a **crooked tenant** (rent not affordable). Step to **Legal Aid Office Westland** for check on errors or urgency application.
Contact Westland
- WoningNet Westland: Registration and bidding.
- Stevyn: 0174-620500, stevyn.nl.
- Westland Municipality: Urgency, 0174-450450.
- Legal Aid Office Westland: Free advice, juridischloket.nl.