Rent Allowance Fraud in Delft: Legislation and Remedial Measures
In Delft, rent allowance fraud falls under the Rent Allowance Act and is strictly enforced by the Tax and Customs Administration/Allowances. With the high rental prices in neighbourhoods such as the City Centre, Poptahof and Tanthof, address checks and income data linking are crucial. Common fraud: fake rental agreements for student housing or concealing a partner in the vibrant Delft student community.
Detection and Investigation in Delft
The Tax and Customs Administration links data with the Municipality of Delft and local landlords such as DUWO and private providers. In case of suspicions in Delft postcodes (such as 2611-2629), an information request follows, and in serious cases a house search in collaboration with the neighbourhood teams.
Consequences for Delft Tenants
Mandatory repayment of the allowance, fine up to 100% plus €650, and termination of the rent allowance. You can object to decisions within six weeks at the Tax and Customs Administration. Local advice centres such as the Legal Counter in Delft offer free support.
Appeal Procedure
After objection, you file an appeal with the District Court of The Hague (for Delft). Further appeal is possible with the Council of State. Specific to Delft: many cases concern temporary student rentals or double addresses.
- Voluntary payment prevents enforced collection via the municipality
- Statute of limitations of 5 years also applies locally
Ensure a correct application via the Delft rental market information on delft.nl. In case of errors: correct immediately to prevent escalation and take advantage of local workshops on allowances.