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Eviction Order Delft: Procedure Explained

An **eviction order** in Delft forces a tenant to vacate the property. Learn the steps, your rights, and where to get help in Delft.

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Eviction Order in Delft: Procedure and Your Rights

An **eviction order** is a judicial decision by which a landlord in Delft can compel a tenant to vacate the property. This often follows unpaid rent, nuisance, or ignoring a termination notice. The procedure is strict and protects both parties. In Delft, this falls under the District Court of The Hague (district). Here you can read about the steps, local rules, and help options such as the Legal Counter Delft.

What is an eviction order in Delft?

In Delft, an **eviction order** is a **court order** that compels you to vacate the rental property within a deadline. This applies in cases of breaches such as:

  • Rent arrears of 3+ months (art. 7:277 CC).
  • Nuisance, illegal subletting, or unauthorized renovations.
  • Refusal to leave after valid termination.
For social rental properties in Delft (often housing associations), additional protections apply under the Rental Supervision Act.

Legal basis for Delft

Key laws:

  • Art. 7:277 CC: Termination due to rent arrears.
  • Art. 7:280-281 CC: Procedure and deadlines for eviction.
  • Rental Supervision Act (7:275-305 CC): Rental rights in Delft.
  • Petition procedure (art. 127 CPA): Via District Court of The Hague, Delft location.
Objection? Contact the Legal Counter Delft or the ABM.

Steps of the eviction procedure in Delft

  1. 1. Written lease termination

    Landlord sends registered termination notice. Deadlines in Delft:

    Type of leaseNotice period
    Private sector3 months (art. 7:281 CC)
    Social rental Delft1 month (art. 7:275a CC)
    Contact Legal Counter Delft for review.

  2. 2. No response or departure

    If refused, landlord initiates procedure at the subdistrict court of the District Court of The Hague (Delft).

  3. 3. Filing petition

    Landlord files petition. You have a duty to be heard and can present a defense. Hearing in Delft.

  4. 4. Judicial decision

    If granted: order with eviction deadline (often 14 days). Appeal possible.

  5. 5. Enforcement via bailiff

    Fail to leave? Bailiff enforces, sometimes with police. In Delft: municipal nuisance reporting point.

Your rights as a tenant in Delft

  • Right to hearing at the District Court of The Hague.
  • Free advice: Legal Counter Delft (Burg. s'Jacoblaan 117).
  • Remedy rent arrears via municipal debt counseling in Delft.
  • For social rental: intervention by the Rent Tribunal.

Practical tips for Delft

- Immediately seek help from Legal Counter Delft (015-2562680).
- Check lease agreement for Delft-specific rules (e.g., student rental).
- Prevent forced eviction: arrange payment plan.

Last update: 2023. Always consult a professional for your situation.