Rent Increase within the Points System in Delft

In Delft, where housing associations such as Vestia and Pieter van Foreest are dominant in the social rental sector, rent increase within the points system is linked to annual percentages set by the minister, including inflation correction. For 2024, a maximum of 5.4% applies to social rental properties in the Delft region. In the case of property improvements, such as the recent insulation projects in neighbourhoods like the Binnenhof or new kitchens in Populairkwartier, the increase may be higher, but exclusively with the explicit consent of the tenant or approval from the Rent Committee. The new rent maximum is recalculated based on the adjusted WOZ points. Delft landlords must submit the notice in writing at least two months before the reference date, taking into account local municipal rules. Tenants in Delft can refuse increases if they are disproportionate in relation to the investments. In disputes in Delft rental properties, the Rent Committee decides with binding advice, often after hearings at the regional office. Collective increases, common in large Delft complexes, require consultation with the local tenants' council, such as that of the Delft Housing Association. This system ensures a balance between housing association interests and affordable rent in the city, prevents arbitrariness, and follows ministerial regulations supplemented with Delft pilots for sustainable upgrades. Always consult the current Rent Committee guidelines for Delft.