Consequences of Termination of Rental Agreement in Rotterdam: Eviction and Damages

Following a successful termination claim under Article 7:231 DCC, immediate consequences take effect in Rotterdam. The lease agreement ends with retroactive effect, but the tenant remains liable for rent until actual eviction. Crucial is Article 7:268 DCC, which requires a separate eviction procedure, often enforced by the Rotterdam District Court.

Eviction Procedure in Rotterdam

The landlord must order eviction via the bailiff, with court fees at the Rotterdam cantonal division. In case of opposition, the judge can intervene quickly, especially in busy neighborhoods such as Delfshaven or Feijenoord. Urgent eviction is possible in cases of danger, such as nuisance in port areas, but requires an expedited procedure at the Rotterdam District Court. Tenants risk enforcement measures, fines and even police involvement in case of non-compliance, in accordance with local enforcement practices.

Financial Repercussions for Rotterdam Tenants and Landlords

The landlord can recover rent arrears, damage and costs, including parking costs or municipal levies typical for Rotterdam. Tenants must pay outstanding items, including procedural costs at the Rotterdam District Court. In cases of gross fault, the judge may order mitigation, taking into account the tight housing market in Rotterdam-South. Landlords may lose rent protection in case of repeated violations, such as illegal subletting in the city.

Practical example: In Rotterdam, three months' rent arrears in an apartment in IJsselmonde led to termination plus eviction within weeks, with a claim for double rent as damages plus reimbursement of temporary storage costs by the municipality.