The principle of appropriate allocation obliges housing associations to allocate 80% of social rental housing to households below the income threshold, with 70% for low incomes. Recorded in the Housing Act (article 1.1), this aims for a fair distribution. Housing is divided into categories: up to €752.33 (low) and up to €900 (mid).
Households with an income below €25,000 are given priority for the lowest segments. Allocation rules are enforced through the Housing Policy per municipality. Waiting lists, such as WoningNet, check income in advance.
Exceptions exist for urgency, such as domestic violence or medical necessity. Associations must report annually to the Inspectorate SZW. Tenants exceeding the limit are excluded from allocation. Practice: in large cities, this leads to long waiting lists for starters. Contact your municipality for advice and alternatives such as self-occupation. (199 words)