Objection Procedure Against WWS Rent Assessment

An appeal against a decision of the Rent Committee on the WWS maximum rent may be lodged with the District Court, Subdistrict Section. Within two months after the judgment, you must file the objection, including grounds such as incorrect point estimation or incorrect WOZ value. The court reviews the legality and completeness of the assessment. Tenants and landlords are heard; evidence such as appraisal reports is crucial. Costs: court fee approximately €85 for tenants. A successful appeal leads to re-assessment or rent adjustment with repayment. In 2023, 40% of tenants won their case. Specific rules apply to temporary contracts and indexation. Advice: engage a tenancy law attorney or the Woonbond for complex cases. Digital filing via Rechtspraak.nl accelerates the procedure. This right safeguards access to justice and prevents arbitrariness in rent disputes. (197 words)