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Social Assistance Asset Limit Delft 2024: What May You Own?

Discover the social assistance asset limit in Delft 2024: €3,000 single, €6,000 household. Exemptions for home, car and more. Check with Municipality of Delft.

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Social Assistance Asset Limit Delft 2024: What May You Own?

The social assistance asset limit in Delft determines the maximum assets you may have for a social assistance benefit. Exceeding this limit may cause your entitlement to assistance to lapse. These rules are set out in the Social Support and Income Act (Wet werk en bijstand (WWB)) and are updated annually. In Delft, the municipality applies these limits; check with Municipality of Delft or District Court of The Hague (district) for your situation.

What Does the Social Assistance Asset Limit in Delft Entail?

It is the highest amount of savings, possessions or valuable goods that count towards assistance. This includes:

  • Bank balances and savings accounts
  • Cars, furnishings or additional homes
  • Shares and bonds
  • Received loans (with conditions)
Social assistance is for those with low income and limited assets. Too many assets? Then Municipality of Delft will reduce or stop your benefit.

Legal Rules for Social Assistance in Delft

The basis:

  • WWB Article 41: Asset test.
  • Social Assistance Decree 2024: Specific limits and exemptions.
  • AWB: Definition of assets.
Municipality of Delft assesses your assets. Exceedance leads to adjustment. For questions: Legal Aid Office Delft.

Asset Limits for Social Assistance Delft 2024

Adjusted for inflation. Current limits:

CategoryLimit (2024)Remarks
Single person€ 3,000,-Savings and bank money.
Household€ 6,000,-For partners and children.
Own homeUp to € 100,000,-Excess counts.
Car€ 8,000,-Value above counts.
Funeral reserve€ 3,000,-Exempted.

What Counts as Assets in Delft?

Municipality of Delft considers:

  • Liquid assets: Accounts, deposits.
  • Valuables: Securities, second car.
  • Extras: Art, jewellery, holiday home.
  • Debts: Deduction for withdrawals (mortgage, loans).
Watch out for hidden assets such as cash elsewhere or dubious gifts.

What Does Not Count Towards Social Assistance in Delft?

  • Own home (up to €100k equity).
  • First car (up to €8k).
  • Funeral fund (€3k).
  • Furnishings for daily use.
  • Student finance or child benefit.
Consult Legal Aid Office Delft for advice or District Court of The Hague for objection.

Tip: Submit your application to Municipality of Delft and provide proof of assets. Current info via their website or counter.