Municipal Regulations Alongside the Participation Act in Delft

In addition to the Participation Act, the municipality of Delft establishes supplementary regulations via the Delft Participation Act Ordinance. This includes an individual income supplement for long-term benefit recipients (maximum 3 years, €279 per month), minimum assistance for asylum permit holders and exceptional assistance for one-off costs such as a funeral (€802) or glasses. Delft also offers 'Everyone Assistance' for non-insured persons and advances in cases of acute need, tailored to the local housing market and studying youth in this student city. Delft variations include subsidies for work experience placements at technical companies and participation budgets for bicycle repairs or public transport subscriptions, fitting the sustainable mobility vision. Assessment is based on 'necessity' and 'reasonableness' by the Werkplein Delft. Applications via the Werkplein or the counter at Stadserf with supporting documents such as invoices. In case of rejection: lodge an objection within 6 weeks with the municipality. This policy discretion adapts the law to Delft's needs, such as support for expats at TU Delft, but creates inequality with neighbouring municipalities like The Hague. Consult the Delft APV or delft.nl for current rules. In 2024, supplements increase by 6.5%, including extras for energy costs in rental properties. Stimulates innovation such as internships at innovation hubs. National review by the Council of State ensures uniformity.