Rent Increase Limited Sector in Delft: Your Rights and Rules
In the limited sector of the rental market in Delft, strict rules apply to rent increases. This includes social housing, tender housing and homes in the transitional sector. In Delft, with many corporation homes, the agreements are even stricter. Discover here how it works, your rights and what to do in case of disagreement.
What is the Limited Sector in Delft?
The limited sector in Delft includes:
- Social Rental Sector: Homes from corporations such as Trivire and PoortWonen for low incomes with rent allowance.
- Tender Sector: Corporations that rent via tender with additional restrictions on increases.
- Transitional Sector: Homes that gradually move to the free sector, with phased increases.
In Delft, the Act on Rent Allowance and Rent Increases 2015 plus the local Rent Act 2021 apply. The municipality of Delft supervises corporations.
Legal Basis in Delft
Important rules:
- Article 7:609a DCC: Limitation social rent in Delft.
- Article 7:609b DCC: Tender rules.
- Article 7:609c DCC: Transitional rules.
- Rent Allowance Act: Max. 2% indexation or 4% for improvement.
Locally in Delft: sectoral agreements often limit increases to 0-1% for vulnerable tenants, via municipal agreements.
How Often in Delft?
Maximum once per year, as laid down in the Rent Act 2021. Exceptions: structural improvement (max. once every 10 years) or transition to free sector.
How Much May Be Increased in Delft?
Depending on the sector:
| Sector | Annual Increase | On Improvement | Transition to Free Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Rent (Delft) | Max. 2% | 4% (10 yrs.) | Gradual |
| Tender | Often 0% | 4% allowed | Gradual |
| Transitional | 0-2% | 4% | To Free Rent |
What If You Disagree in Delft?
Contact Juridisch Loket Delft (088-1231230) for free advice. In case of dispute: to the District Court of The Hague (district The Hague). Huurcommissie Delft handles objections to increases.
Tip Delft: Check your rental agreement and corporation info. Report problems to Woonbond Delft or municipality.