Calculation of Points in the Rent Points System for Delft

The maximum rent points system awards points based on objective criteria such as living area, energy index, kitchen facilities, bathroom facilities, central heating, lift, and monument status, with extra attention to the specific characteristics of properties in Delft. Each category has a specific points system. For example, a property of 60 m² in the Poptahof neighbourhood receives base points for area, plus extra for a modern kitchen, good insulation, or proximity to TU Delft. The total score determines the capital factor, multiplied by a fixed distribution to calculate the maximum rent. Landlords in Delft must score the property themselves using official tables from the central government, taking into account local factors such as the historical monument status in the city centre around the Markt. Tenants can check this via the Rent Register or at the municipality of Delft. Errors in the calculation often lead to rent reductions, especially in popular neighbourhoods such as Agnetapark or around Technopolis. Recently, points for sustainability have been increased, such as for solar panels or HR++ glass, which is relevant for energy-efficient renovations in Delft student flats. The system ensures transparency in the tight Delft rental market, but requires accurate measurement of area and facilities. In disputes over rent prices in the regulated sector, one turns to the Rent Tribunal for binding advice, or locally to the Delft Housing Desk. This prevents excessive rent prices amid the high demand from students and young professionals.