Do you disagree with a decision by the Municipality of Zoetermeer or another government authority? You can file an objection within 6 weeks. The administrative authority will reassess the decision.
What does filing an objection mean?
Filing an objection means asking the administrative authority to review a decision taken again. They check whether the decision is correct and fair.
In which cases can you file an objection?
You can file an objection in cases of:
- Individual decisions (disposals)
- Certain general decisions
- Rejection of an application
- If no decision has been taken in time
Time limit for objection
You have 6 weeks to file an objection. This period starts:
- The day after the official publication of the decision
- The day after dispatch of the decision
Steps to file an objection
- Draft an objection letter (by letter or form)
- Include your personal details and the date
- Specify against which decision you are objecting
- Explain why you disagree with the decision
- Sign it
- Send it to the relevant authority
Will my objection be accepted?
The administrative authority first checks whether your objection is valid:
- Was it filed within the time limit?
- Do you have a direct interest in the decision?
- Does the objection relate to a specific decision?
- Are all required details included?
Frequently asked questions about objections in Zoetermeer
What if I am late with my objection?
You can still file an objection with an explanation for the delay. The administrative authority decides whether this is acceptable.
Are there costs associated with filing an objection?
No, filing an objection is free of charge. Only if you appeal to the court, such as the District Court of The Hague, do you pay court fees.
Can I go directly to appeal during an objection procedure?
Usually not. You must wait for the outcome of the objection. Only if no decision is forthcoming can you file a direct appeal.
Contact and support
Do you need help filing an objection in Zoetermeer? Contact the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for free advice.