A decision is an official decision that is directed at a specific person or situation, such as the granting of a permit or the awarding of a benefit in Zoetermeer.
What does a decision mean?
According to Article 1:3(2) of the General Administrative Law Act (Awb), a decision is defined as:
A decision that does not apply to everyone, including the rejection of an application for such.
Characteristics of a decision
- Concerns an individual case
- Is specific and applicable
- Has direct effect (no publication required)
- Can be favourable or unfavourable (granting or refusal)
Examples of decisions in Zoetermeer
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Favourable | Permit, subsidy, benefit, driving licence |
| Unfavourable | Fine, administrative enforcement order, rejection of request |
| Ex officio | Tax assessment, enforcement decision |
| On request | Permit application, benefit request |
Difference between decision and general decision
| Decision | General decision |
|---|---|
| For a specific person or matter | For a broad group or everyone |
| Practical and direct | General and theoretical |
| E.g. your parking permit | E.g. rules for an entire neighbourhood |
Lodging an objection in Zoetermeer
If you disagree with a decision, you can:
- Lodge an objection with the relevant administrative authority within 6 weeks
- After the decision on objection: appeal to the District Court of The Hague
Frequently asked questions about decisions
Is a municipal invoice a decision?
In most cases, no. An invoice for services from the Municipality of Zoetermeer is often a matter of private law, not a public law decision.
Can a decision be communicated orally?
No, a decision must always be recorded in writing. An oral communication does not count as a decision.
What to do in case of disagreement about a decision?
You have 6 weeks to lodge an objection. The decision states how to do this, or contact the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for advice.
Short overview of decisions
What is it? A personal decision by the government, such as a permit or fine.
Difference from general decision? It applies only to you, not to a large group.
Objection possible? Yes, within 6 weeks.
Examples? Building permit, benefit decision, sanction.
How do you receive it? By post or digitally via MijnOverheid.
Summary
A decision is a personal decision by the government. You have 6 weeks to lodge an objection.
Key points
- Personal decision
- Objection within 6 weeks
- Examples: permit, benefit