Filing an objection against a decision in Zoetermeer does not mean that the decision is immediately suspended. It remains in effect until it is revoked or a court decides otherwise.
General Rule: No Automatic Suspension
When you file an objection against a decision in Zoetermeer, the decision remains in full effect. This means:
- An issued permit can be used
- An imposed fine must be paid
- A coercive fine remains applicable
Reason for No Suspending Effect
The legislator has determined that an objection has no suspending effect to prevent:
- Decisions from being unnecessarily delayed by objections
- Objections from being abused as a delaying tactic
- Government authorities from being unable to act effectively
Request for Provisional Remedy
If you cannot wait for the outcome of your objection in Zoetermeer, you can request a provisional remedy from the District Court of The Hague:
- The court may temporarily suspend the decision
- Or provide a temporary solution
- This concerns an expedited procedure
- Court fee costs: € 50 (for social affairs) or € 187 (other cases)
When to Request a Provisional Remedy?
| Circumstance | Is a Provisional Remedy Useful? |
|---|---|
| Risk of demolition of property | Yes, due to irreparable damage |
| High fine and financial problems | Possibly, in case of acute financial distress |
| Rejection of a permit | Sometimes, in case of urgent need for the activity |
| Reduction of benefit | Yes, if livelihood is at risk |
Frequently Asked Questions about Objection in Zoetermeer
Am I required to pay a fine during my objection procedure?
Yes, in principle. However, you can request a provisional remedy from the District Court of The Hague or ask the administrative authority for a payment deferral.
What if a construction project starts while my objection is still pending?
The permit holder may continue building. File a request for a provisional remedy promptly to stop this.
Are there costs associated with a provisional remedy?
Yes, you pay a court fee. In a favourable judgment, you can often recover these costs.
Contact and Support in Zoetermeer
For legal assistance, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer. They provide advice and support in filing an objection or requesting a provisional remedy from the District Court of The Hague.