Objection Procedure Against WWS Rent Assessment in Delft

In Delft, with its iconic canal houses and TU student accommodations, tenants and landlords often face challenges with WWS rent assessments by the Huurcommissie. Against a decision on the WWS maximum rent, an appeal is available to the District Court of The Hague, Canton Sector (for Delft). File the objection within two months after the judgment via Rechtspraak.nl, with grounds such as incorrect point estimation of the property characteristics or an incorrect WOZ value from the Delft Basic Registration. The cantonal judge thoroughly reviews the legality and completeness of the Huurcommissie assessment. Tenants and landlords from neighborhoods such as the City Centre or Poptahof are heard; evidence such as appraisal reports from local experts or WOZ decisions is crucial. Costs: court fee approximately €85 for tenants, often reimbursed upon success. A successful appeal in Delft leads to re-assessment, rent price adjustment, and repayment of excess rent paid. In 2023, 40% of Delft tenants won their case at the District Court of The Hague. Specific rules apply to temporary student rental agreements and indexation according to Delft rental market developments. Advice: engage a local tenancy law attorney or the Huurteam Delft of the Woonbond for complex cases involving historic buildings. Digital filing significantly accelerates the procedure. This right safeguards access to justice in Delft and prevents arbitrariness in rental disputes on the tight local housing market. (218 words)