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Appropriate Allocation by Housing Corporation The Hague

In The Hague, you have the right to an appropriate social rental property from a housing association. Read about your rights, the allocation process, and steps in case of irregularities, including local institutions such as the District Court of The Hague.

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Appropriate Allocation by Housing Associations in The Hague: Your Rights and Steps

**Appropriate allocation** requires a housing association in The Hague to offer you a social rental property that matches your income, household composition, health, and mobility. This statutory right ensures fair housing. In case of violation, you can take action through local institutions.

What does appropriate allocation in The Hague entail?

When applying for a social rental property in The Hague, the housing association must take your specific circumstances into account, such as:

  • Household size (e.g., a spacious property for a large family).
  • Income limit (no rent that is too expensive for your budget).
  • Mobility (ground floor or lift-accessible in neighbourhoods such as Schilderswijk).
  • Health (mould-free or smoke-free options).
  • Work/school (near Centrum or Laan van NOI).
This is regulated in the **Housing Act** and **Good Landlordship Act**.

Legal basis for appropriate allocation

Key laws:

  • Housing Act art. 47: Housing associations must allocate appropriate properties.
  • Civil Code Book 7: Tenant's right to suitable housing.
  • Good Landlordship Act: Prevents abuses in allocation.
  • AWBH: Prohibits discrimination on personal grounds.
Housing associations such as Haag Wonen publish their rules online.

Allocation process with The Hague housing associations

The process runs via Haagse Woningmarkt or housing association websites:

Key steps

  1. Application: Register with Delftse HuurService or housing association portal with your details.
  2. Intake interview: Explain needs, e.g., "Wheelchair-accessible property in Escamp needed".
  3. Waiting list: Priority based on urgency (income < €47,699).
  4. Offer: 7-14 days consideration period.
  5. Contract: Sign tenancy agreement at housing association office.

Problems with allocation in The Hague?

If your needs are ignored:

1. Complaint to housing association

Submit a formal complaint via the housing association's online portal, with evidence of your situation.

2. Rent Tribunal

Free mediation for disputes over allocation.

3. Juridisch Loket The Hague

Address: Lutherse Burgwal 10, 2512 ES Den Haag
Free advice for low incomes on appropriate allocation.

4. District Court of The Hague

Address: Prins Clauslaan 60, 2595 AH Den Haag
Initiate proceedings in summary proceedings for urgent cases. Evidence: application forms, emails, and medical certificates.

5. Municipality of The Hague

Report discrimination or abuses to the Wmo desk or emergency team for the homeless.

Practical tips for The Hague

  • Check denhaag.nl/wonen for current rules.
  • Use the Woningzoeker app for appropriate matches.
  • Consult housing associations such as Haag Wonen, Vestia, or Trivire specifically.

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