Rent Increase Limitations for Social Housing Tenants in Delft

In Delft, social housing tenants will receive a maximum rent increase of 3.3% in 2024, or slightly higher with inflation adjustment, but always aligned with their income. Delft housing associations such as Vestia and Welgelegen must individually verify tenants' incomes before implementing an increase above the liberalisation threshold of €808.06. Tenants can file an objection with the Rent Committee in The Hague within 6 weeks after the notification; the Committee also handles cases from Delft. Under affordable allocation in Delft, where housing associations prioritise low-income groups, a rent increase must not jeopardise affordability, especially in neighbourhoods such as Poptahof or Tanthof. The inflation clause is limited to cabinet decisions and does not apply unlimitedly. Successful objections in Delft often lead to a recalculation of the rent, with repayment if necessary. This protects low-income tenants in Delft against sharp price increases, partly due to the pressure on the local housing market with over 1,500 social housing units under strain.