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Special Assistance Housing Costs Delft

Special assistance for housing costs in Delft provides tenants and homeowners with temporary financial help for high living expenses. Learn how to apply with the municipality of Delft and meet the conditions.

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Special Assistance Housing Costs Delft: help with housing costs

Special assistance for housing costs in Delft is a one-time or temporary benefit from the municipality of Delft for residents receiving social assistance benefits who are struggling with housing expenses. This helps with rent, mortgage or ancillary costs to prevent forced relocation. In this article you will find the Delft rules, conditions and a step-by-step plan for application. District Court: District Court The Hague (district) | Legal Aid Office: Legal Aid Office Delft.

What does special assistance for housing costs in Delft cover?

In Delft this falls under special assistance pursuant to the Participation Act. It focuses on unexpected housing costs such as:

  • Rent arrears or sudden rent increase
  • Mortgage interest or repayment
  • WOZ-related real estate tax
  • Heating and electricity bills
  • Repairs or mandatory home adaptations
The municipality of Delft approves this in cases of acute need, such as impending eviction.

Legal basis in Delft

Based on the Participation Act (article 43), which obliges municipalities such as Delft to provide special assistance for unforeseen costs. The Wmo 2015 supports the maintenance of independent living. Delft applies its own Further Rules Special Assistance 2024 with specific thresholds.

Conditions for special assistance housing costs Delft

You qualify if:

1. Social assistance recipient in Delft

You receive social assistance from the municipality of Delft. No social assistance? Check Applying for social assistance Delft 2024.

2. Unforeseen housing costs

Examples in Delft:

  • Rising rent due to indexation
  • Emergency repairs after storm damage
  • Explosion of energy tariffs
  • Temporary extra costs due to divorce
  • Arrears due to job loss

3. Insufficient income

Delft assesses your budget: income minus essential expenses. Only then is assistance granted.

4. Cooperation debt assistance

In case of debts, Delft requires participation in Municipal Debt Assistance or WSNP trajectory.

Application procedure municipality of Delft

Apply via Delft.nl or counter:

  1. Contact Team Work & Income: Call 14 015 or email werk@delft.nl.
  2. Online form: Via Apply for special assistance.
  3. Attach documents: Rental agreement, bills, income statement.
  4. Decision within 8 weeks: Objection possible in case of rejection.

Tips for Delft residents

  • Check rent allowance via Tax Authorities.
  • Consider energy allowance Delft 2024.
  • Make an appointment with Legal Aid Office Delft for free advice.

Last updated: 2024. Always consult the current rules on Delft.nl.