Priorities and Urgency Criteria on the Social Housing Waiting List in Delft
In Delft, where the waiting time for social housing is often 8 to 12 years due to high demand and limited availability, certain groups receive priority on the waiting list. The Housing Act and the Housing Ordinance Municipality of Delft 2023 determine these priorities, particularly for emergency cases such as homeless persons, victims of domestic violence, or families with medical urgency.
What are the urgency categories in Delft?
Urgency in Delft is granted based on objective criteria, such as a medical certificate from the Municipal Public Health Service or proof of eviction. Housing associations such as Vestia and Trivire must assess this through the independent Urgentieverleningscommissie Delft. Without urgency, the regular waiting time applies, which in Delft can average more than 10 years due to pressure on the housing market.
How do you apply for urgency in Delft?
Submit your application to the Municipality of Delft via the Housing Desk, complete with supporting documents such as a doctor's certificate or police report. The municipality must decide within 8 weeks, in accordance with the General Administrative Law Act (Awb). In case of refusal, you can lodge an objection with the municipality and subsequently appeal to the District Court of The Hague. Important: urgency in Delft lapses if you refuse a suitable home in the region, such as in the Delft neighbourhoods of the Hoven or Tanthof.
Rights in case of unjustified refusal in Delft
If your urgency application in Delft is rejected, check whether the procedure has been followed in accordance with the local housing ordinance. The Awb provides full legal protection, including interim relief before the court. Many successful appeals lead to reassessment by the housing associations, especially if the committee provided insufficient reasoning.
By understanding Delft's specific priorities and urgency criteria, you increase your chances of obtaining social housing. Always consult the current Housing Ordinance Delft on delft.nl for the latest changes.