WWS Maximum Rent in Zoetermeer: What is the Allowed Rent Price?
In Zoetermeer, a WWS maximum rent applies to social rental housing to protect tenants. Read here how this works, your rights and what to do if the rent is too high. Contact the Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for advice.
What does WWS maximum rent mean for Zoetermeer?
The WWS maximum rent is the statutory ceiling for rent prices in the social sector, regulated by the Housing Allocation Act (Wet Woonruimteverdeling (WWS)). In Zoetermeer, this protects tenants against excessively high rents for housing association properties and similar objects. The municipality of Zoetermeer sets the maxima together with the Woonbond, based on living area, location and dwelling type.
Statutory Basis in Zoetermeer
The rules derive from the Housing Act:
- Article 1:1 Housing Act – Objectives of housing market policy.
- Article 1:2 Housing Act – Rent price regulation and maxima.
- Article 1:3 Housing Act – Municipal determination of maxima.
- Zoetermeer Maximum Rent Decree – Annually established by the municipality of Zoetermeer.
In disputes, the Rent Tribunal decides. For Zoetermeer, this falls under the District Court of The Hague (district). The Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer offers free initial assistance.
Which Dwellings in Zoetermeer?
Subject to WWS:
- Social rental via housing associations in Zoetermeer.
- Supplementary market with long-term contracts.
- Dwellings below the local maximum.
Not subject to WWS:
- Free sector (above maximum, e.g. luxury in Zoetermeer Oost).
- Temporary rental.
- Commercial properties.
How is the Maximum Calculated in Zoetermeer?
The municipality of Zoetermeer uses criteria such as:
- Area – Per m², higher for larger houses.
- Neighbourhood – Higher in Zoetermeer centre than on the edges.
- Type – Different for flats vs. family homes.
- Quality – New builds often get more leeway.
Check the Zoetermeer Maximum Rent Decree on the municipal website or Rent Tribunal.
Rent Increase in Zoetermeer?
Landlords may not raise the rent above the WWS maximum. Annual increases follow guidelines but remain below the ceiling. In case of exceedance: file an objection with the Rent Tribunal or involve the District Court of The Hague. The Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer helps with the steps.
What if the Rent is Too High in Zoetermeer?
1. Calculate your maximum via the Rent Tribunal tool.
2. File a written objection with the landlord.
3. Request an assessment from the Rent Tribunal.
4. Call Juridisch Loket Zoetermeer for free advice.