Appropriate Allocation of Social Rental Housing in Delft

Appropriate allocation requires housing associations in Delft, such as Woonbron and Vestia, to allocate 80-95% of social rental housing to households with an income below 200% of the social minimum, in accordance with the Housing Act article 1.1. For starters in Delft, a quota of 20% applies to middle incomes up to €47,699 gross per year. Every tenant undergoes an 'appropriateness test': the rent may not exceed 30% of the income. When allocating via WoningNet Delft, the system automatically checks your income via DUO and the Tax Authorities. Exceptions are possible in cases of urgency, such as medical necessity or informal care, often assessed by the municipality of Delft. Violations by housing associations can result in fines of up to €100,000 per dwelling. In Delft-specific practice, housing associations allocate more strictly due to the high demand for affordable housing in neighbourhoods such as Poptahof and Tanthof, with waiting times of up to 8-12 years for starters. As a tenant in Delft, you can lodge an objection with the Housing Authority or the Rent Tribunal. This policy ensures that social rent in Delft remains affordable and prioritises low incomes. Delft encourages additional rules via the Housing Allocation Ordinance to ensure 95% appropriate allocation. Check your personal appropriateness using the calculation tool on Rijksoverheid.nl or via delft.nl/wonen. (218 words)