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Mutual Agreement to Terminate Rental in Delft

Mutual Agreement to Terminate Rental in Delft: joint termination with tips, laws and local assistance via Juridisch Loket Delft and Rechtbank Den Haag.

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Mutual Agreement to Terminate Rental in Delft

In a **mutual agreement**, the landlord and tenant jointly terminate the tenancy agreement in Delft. This can be advantageous, but requires careful arrangements. Discover how it works, the legal rules and how to handle it smartly in Delft.

What is mutual agreement?

**Mutual agreement** is a joint way to terminate a tenancy agreement with the consent of both the **landlord** and the **tenant** in Delft. Also known as **agreed termination**. In contrast to unilateral termination by the landlord with notice period, both parties agree to the end. Useful if the tenant in Delft has a new home, but the landlord does not want to wait for the statutory period.

The agreement must be recorded in writing, for example in a **termination letter** or **addendum**. Both parties must clearly confirm their consent. Without written form, proof may later be problematic at the Rechtbank Den Haag.

Legal basis in Delft

Rules for termination by mutual agreement are set out in:

  • Book 7 Civil Code (BW), in particular article 7:210 BW on termination of agreements.
  • Article 7:262 BW for termination of tenancy agreements, also relevant for mutual arrangements.
  • Article 7:264 BW for notice periods, which can be flexibly adjusted in case of mutual agreement.

In addition, **good faith** (art. 6:2 BW) and **reasonableness and fairness** (art. 6:248 BW) apply. In Delft, in case of disputes, you can go to the Rechtbank Den Haag (district Den Haag) or the Juridisch Loket Delft for free advice.

Practical examples in Delft

Mutual agreement is common in Delft situations:

  1. Tenant finds new home, landlord does not want to wait.

    For example, tenant in Delft buys house in Rotterdam, but landlord only terminates after a year. With mutual agreement, tenancy ends after 1 month.

  2. Landlord wants to occupy or renovate the property themselves.

    Landlord in Delft wants it back for own use or renovation; agreement for earlier end than statutory period.

  3. Prevent conflict.

    In case of disagreement over repairs or rent increase in Delft, amicable termination instead of court case at Rechtbank Den Haag.

Rights and obligations in mutual agreement

Both parties have rights and obligations; understand these to avoid problems in Delft.

Tenant's rights

  • Written agreement: Clear recording of arrangements.
  • Reasonable notice period: Shorter than statutory, but fair; not suddenly after a week.
  • Final settlement: Overview of rent costs, deposit refund and damage.

Tenant's obligations

  • Deliver property neatly: Clean and undamaged, according to inspection report.
  • Comply with arrangements: E.g. end date and payment until then.
  • Report termination: Ensure formal confirmation.

Landlord's rights

  • Inspection of delivery: Inspection of property condition.
  • Withhold deposit for damage: After deduction of justified costs.

Landlord's obligations

  • Written recording: Clear arrangements.
  • Reasonable period: Give tenant time to move.
  • Transparent settlement: Refund deposit within reasonable period.

Tips for Delft

  • Consult Juridisch Loket Delft to check agreement.
  • Record everything in writing, signed by both parties.
  • Consider Huurteam Delft for advice.
  • In case of dispute: procedure at Rechtbank Den Haag.

With mutual agreement, you terminate the rental smoothly. Ensure clear arrangements to prevent hassle.