Consequences of Exceeding the Rent Liberalisation Threshold in Zoetermeer

When the rent exceeds the liberalisation threshold, the property in Zoetermeer shifts to the free sector. This has direct consequences for tenants and landlords in this growth centre in South Holland. Tenants lose access to the points system and maximum rent increase percentages, which weighs extra heavily due to the rising house prices in Zoetermeer. Landlords may freely determine and adjust the rent, often aligned with local market-conformable rates around Stadionplein or Buytenwegh. Important is the 'sitting tenant' clause: existing tenants sometimes retain regulation upon renegotiation. In addition, the statutory termination protection partially lapses, allowing landlords to terminate more easily for own use, renovation or flow-through to starter homes. Fiscally, the property no longer qualifies as social rent, impacting subsidies via the municipality of Zoetermeer and tax deductions. Tenants can object via the Rent Committee if the price is not market-conformable for the region. In 2024, the threshold is €808.06 for independent living spaces, with adjustments for service costs as in Zoetermeer complexes. Landlords must document the price assessment to prevent disputes at the local court. This system encourages the transition to free sector properties in Zoetermeer, but leads to higher living costs near the centre and Seghwaert. Always consult the current legislation via Rijksoverheid.nl or the municipality of Zoetermeer for specific cases.