Determination of WWS Points for Maximum Rent in Zoetermeer

In Zoetermeer, the WWS maximum rent is calculated using the point system from the Decree on Point Systems for Rental Prices. Points are awarded based on characteristics such as floor area (up to 120 m²), kitchen facilities, bathroom, central heating, energy label, and monument status. Properties with 145 points or fewer fall under social rent (max. €300 gross). Between 146-216 points, the liberalisation threshold applies (up to €879.66). Landlords in Zoetermeer must accurately determine the number of points to prevent disputes. Tenants can calculate points using the online calculator of the central government. For new construction projects in neighbourhoods such as Rokkeveen or Seghwaert or after renovations, points are revised. The municipality of Zoetermeer adjusts the system regionally based on the local rental market, where demand for affordable housing is high due to proximity to The Hague and Rotterdam. Example: a one-room apartment in Zoetermeer with basic facilities scores approximately 80 points, with rent up to €250 – ideal for starters in this growing city. Incorrect point allocation is a pitfall, especially in older complexes in Buytenwegh. Contact the Rent Tribunal for binding advice or the municipality of Zoetermeer for local support. This system promotes transparency and fairness in the rental market in Zoetermeer. (218 words)