Rent Price Protection for Temporary Rental Agreements in Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, temporary rental agreements fall under strict rent price protection, particularly relevant in neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven and Feijenoord where starters rent many temporary homes. The maximum rent price is determined via the housing valuation system (article 7:245 DCC). Use the Rent Price Check on Rijksoverheid.nl or check with the Rotterdam Tenants' Association to verify. In case of exceedance, you can apply to the Rent Tribunal for reduction within six months. For temporary contracts, there is no liberalisation threshold; all rental homes in Rotterdam have been protected since 2016, including the many container homes and temporary student housing at the Kralingse Plas. The landlord may not demand an excessive deposit (max. two months' rent), a common problem with private landlords in Rotterdam-South. Upon conversion to indefinite term, the price remains intact. Disputes: tenants often win in cases of excessive prices, such as in recent Rent Tribunal cases regarding overcrowded barges in the harbour district. Tip: add the entry point for an up-to-date WOZ benchmark via the Rotterdam base register. Housing associations such as Woonbron and Vestia must ensure affordability pursuant to the Rotterdam Housing Allocation Ordinance. Practical examples: starter homes in Charlois with hidden service charges or parking surcharges. The municipality of Rotterdam offers free advice via the Housing Desk for tenants in crisis situations. (248 words)