Maximum Rent Increase Rules After Liberalisation

In the private sector post-liberalisation, no statutory maxima apply to rent increases; parties negotiate freely, often annually with CPI +2%. Social housing is limited to inflation (3.3% 2024) plus improvements. Transition: in the first liberalisation year, still max. 5% for sitting tenants. Good Landlordship Act (2019) prohibits unreasonable increases; the Rent Committee assesses reasonableness upon complaint. Scale: 1st year 4%, 2nd 5%, thereafter free. Indexation linked to CBS inflation. Tenants sign to approve rent increase proposal; tacit approval after 2 months. Disputes via district court. Practice: private sector sees 7-10% increases in Randstad due to scarcity. Advice: include fixed rent periods in contract. Fiscal impact: higher rent reduces mortgage interest deduction elsewhere. Central government publishes model letters. During corona period, temporary ceilings introduced. Future: EU directive on affordable rent may introduce new limits. This sharply distinguishes the sectors. (187 words)