The housing valuation system (WWS) determines the maximum rent price for dwellings in the regulated sector in Zoetermeer, via a point system based on surface area, facilities such as central heating, and the WOZ value of the dwelling. In Zoetermeer, where much new construction stands in neighborhoods such as Oosterheem and Rokkeveen, the liberalization threshold is €900 in 2024; above that, rental dwellings fall into the free sector with higher prices. Landlords in Zoetermeer may not invent points – always check your rent via the official tool on huurcheck.toeslagen.nl.
For rent increases, the price must remain within the WWS, and in Zoetermeer, the regional Rent Committee handles objections quickly, often with attention to local energy labels. Recent national changes also apply here: extra points for sustainable insulation and energy-efficient measures, but deductions for defects such as leaks or outdated window frames. Tenants in Zoetermeer can challenge the suitability of their dwelling, especially relevant with the mix of social rent via housing associations such as De Goede Woning and private rentals. In the transitional sector, the WWS remains decisive. This system protects Zoetermeer tenants against excessive rents and ensures transparency in a city with growing housing shortage.