In 2024, tenants in Delft's social housing sector face strict rules if their income exceeds the income limit. According to the Housing Act (article 5.1) and the Suitable Allocation Decree, the landlord, such as Woonbron or Vestia active in Delft, checks whether the household income exceeds €47,699 (for single-person households) or €52,671 (for multi-person households). Exceedance often leads to a relocation obligation within two years, unless exceptional circumstances such as chronic illness, advanced age, or a medical certificate from the Delft Haga Hospital apply.
The procedure in Delft proceeds as follows: the housing association retrieves income data from the Tax Authorities and sends an intention to terminate the tenancy agreement. Tenants can file an objection with the association, followed by appeal to the Rent Tribunal in The Hague or the district court at the District Court of The Hague. Exceptions apply for temporary exceedances due to an inheritance, bonus, or promotion; the municipality of Delft can then grant postponement via its urgency team.
In Delft practice, many tenants relocate from neighborhoods such as the City Center or Poptahof to the private sector or new construction projects such as Forum Delfia in mid-range rental. This often causes financial bottlenecks due to higher rents, but the municipality offers priority declarations for throughflow and encourages income adjustment via the Delft Work Plaza. Rent allowance remains crucial. Stay informed via Delft housing associations and consult a local tenancy law lawyer at the Juridisch Loket in Delft for disputes. (248 words)