Withholding Deposit: What Evidence is Required in Zoetermeer?

In the case of withholding the deposit for land lease in Zoetermeer, the lessor must provide concrete evidence. In this municipality, with many recreational parks and caravan sites around the Hulpgebied and recreational lake, common grounds include damage to the land, such as broken-up paving on camping pitches, overdue rent, or cleaning costs after the season. According to Civil Code (BW) Article 7:241, the lessor must inform the lessee in a timely manner about the withholding, with a specification and supporting documents such as invoices from local contractors, photos of the condition of the plot, or expert reports from Zoetermeer inspection agencies. Normal wear and tear, such as grass growth due to the wet climate or light marks from bicycle parking, does not qualify as damage. Lessees in Zoetermeer can challenge the withholding by providing their own evidence, such as a joint end inspection upon departure from the park. The lessor bears the burden of proof; without invoices from regional suppliers, no withholding is permitted. In case of disagreement, the subdistrict court in Zoetermeer or The Hague decides, often awarding half if evidence is lacking. Practical example: for a recreational plot on the Zijdeweg, no withholding may be made for seasonal maintenance such as winterizing. Always keep the lease intake report, correspondence, and notifications to the municipality of Zoetermeer. Lessors: prepare a detailed damage statement within 14 days after departure, taking into account local rules for recreational land. This prevents proceedings before the subdistrict court and fines from the municipality. Lessees: respond in writing to claims and consult the Juridisch Loket in Zoetermeer if necessary. This way, you effectively enforce your rights in this region. (248 words)