Rent Allowance and Maximum Rent Prices in Delft

In Delft, rent allowance compensates for the high rents in the city for low incomes, linked to the national points system of the Rent Committee. For 2024, a maximum income of €373.43 applies for singles, with a rent limit under €900 for full allowance. Delft tenants in housing association properties such as those of Vestia or Trivire check their eligibility via toeslagen.nl with a valid points certificate. The allowance amount is up to 75% of the rent minus own contribution. Properties with more than 142 points often qualify limited or not at all. Procedure: digital application via Mijn toeslagen, with monthly advance payment. Report changes, such as income increase or moving within Delft, within 8 weeks to prevent recovery. In Delft, approximately 15,000 households receive rent allowance, part of the national 800,000 with €4 billion per year. Combine with objection procedure at the Rent Committee to optimise points for higher allowance, especially relevant for starters in neighbourhoods like Poptahof or Tanthof. Students in Delft have additional rules, such as no allowance if student finance is the main income. This safety net keeps social rent in Delft affordable amid the tight market, although the administration remains a challenge for TU Delft students and young families.