For 2024, the maximum rent increase percentage in the regulated sector has been set at 2.3% for social housing, based on the consumer price index. In the allocation sector, the increase may not exceed this percentage, unless approved by the Housing Authority. For the transitional sector, a phased increase applies, never more than 5% per year to facilitate the transition to the free sector.
Landlords must justify the increase with a Quality Mark document or ministerial decision. Service charges such as homeowners' association contributions may be increased separately, but only based on actual cost increases. Tenants receiving rent allowance benefit indirectly, as the allowance compensates for the increase. Check your rent price via the housing valuation system (WOZ point system): at the liberalisation threshold (around €900), you may shift to the free sector. In case of dispute: the Rent Tribunal decides within 6 weeks. Stay alert to timely payment to prevent forced eviction. These rules protect affordable rent.