Tenants' Rights in Case of Forced Termination of Lease

Tenants have strong rights in cases of forced termination, such as the landlord's bankruptcy or expropriation. The lease agreement transfers to the new landlord (Article 7:219 BW). In the event of eviction due to non-performance, the landlord must warn and await a court judgment. Tenants cannot simply be put out on the street; a garnishment-free foot applies. In the case of urgent termination by the landlord, the tenant may annul if the reason is not urgent. Rights include hearing and opportunity to be heard at the Rent Tribunal and appeal options. In crisis situations, such as corona deferral, additional protection applies. Document everything: correspondence, payments. Seek legal assistance via the Juridisch Loket. Other than mutual consent, this provides formal safeguards against unlawful action. Tenants can claim damages in the event of unjustified termination. The law prioritizes housing security. (198 words)