Rent Increase Limited Sector in The Hague: Your Rights and Rules
In the limited sector of the rental market in The Hague, strict rules apply to rent increases. This includes social housing, tender housing and homes in the transitional sector. Discover here the specific rules for The Hague, your rights and steps in case of disagreement.
What is the Limited Sector in The Hague?
The limited sector in The Hague comprises:
- Social rental sector: Homes from housing associations such as Haag Wonen and Staedion for low incomes with rent allowance.
- Tender sector: Housing associations with tender procedures and limited increase rules.
- Transitional sector: Homes in transition to the free sector with phased increases.
Applicable laws: Rent Allowance and Rent Increases Act 2015 and Rent Act 2021, with local nuances via the municipality of The Hague.
Legal Basis in The Hague
Key rules:
- Art. 7:609a DCC: Limitation of social rent increases.
- Art. 7:609b DCC: Tender sector.
- Art. 7:609c DCC: Transitional rules.
- Rent Allowance Act: Max. 2% indexation or 4% for improvements.
Locally: Sectoral agreements with The Hague housing associations often limit increases to 0-1% for vulnerable groups.
Frequency of Increases
Maximum once per year according to the Rent Act 2021. Exceptions: structural improvements (max. once every 10 years) or transition to free sector.
Maximum Increase Percentages
| Sector | Annual Increase | For Improvements | Transition to Free Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Rental | Max. 2% | Max. 4% | Gradual |
| Tender | Often 0% | Max. 4% | Gradual |
| Transitional | 0-2% | Max. 4% | To Free Rent |
What to Do in Case of Excessive Increase in The Hague?
Refuse in writing within 6 weeks. Contact:
- Tenants' Union The Hague for free advice.
- District Court The Hague, Prins Clauslaan 60.
- Legal Aid Office The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10 (Mon-Fri 9-17).
Check your rent price via Huurcommissie. In case of dispute: binding advice or proceedings before the district court judge The Hague.
Extra Tips for The Hague
The Hague housing associations publish annual plans on their websites. Follow municipal news on rent policy. Apply for rent allowance via toeslagen.nl.