Landlord's Maintenance Obligation vs Tenant in Delft

In Delft, the landlord is responsible for major maintenance such as the roof, foundation, and installations, based on art. 7:206 BW. Tenants in Delft student flats or monumental buildings in the city centre maintain minor defects, such as painting and locks. For the point system for rent increases in Delft, the property must be in good condition; reported defects justify rent reduction, especially in older rental properties around TU Delft. Always report defects to your landlord in writing, for example via e-mail or registered mail. The landlord has two months to repair. If he does not, then demand rent discount or repair it yourself with deduction of the costs. In Delft, the small repair fund applies: tenants pay a maximum of €100 per year for small-scale maintenance. In case of persistent neglect, the court in The Hague (for Delft) may impose rent reduction. Example: a leak due to a bad roof in a historic building on Oude Delft often justifies 20% rent discount. Local tenant teams in Delft, such as Huurteam Delft, check compliance and provide free advice. Document everything with photos and correspondence for disputes at the district court. Specific to Delft: check the Municipal Tenants' Interests for inspections in busy neighbourhoods like Poptahof.