Combining Rent Allowance and Point System in Rotterdam

Rent allowance is available for lower incomes in Rotterdam, including for private sector homes with point-based assessment. The allowance covers up to 35% of the difference between rent and an income-dependent deduction. For 2024, a maximum rent limit of €900 applies for singles, but for point-based rent homes in neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven or Feijenoord, you can receive allowance if the calculated rent falls below this. Calculate your entitlement via toeslagen.nl using income, assets, and rent price. Increases via point-based assessment can reduce allowance, especially with Rotterdam housing associations such as Woonbron or Vestia, so check adjustments immediately. In case of objection to an increase, you may retain more allowance. Housing associations must take account of allowance in indexation, in accordance with the Rotterdam Housing Ordinance. Incorrect rent prices lead to recovery of allowance by the Tax Authorities. Tip: register your tenancy agreement with the Tax Authorities for automatic calculation and consult the Rotterdam Rent Teams for free advice. In 2023, 1.2 million households benefited nationwide, tens of thousands in Rotterdam. Combine with local income support such as the Rotterdam Minimum Subsistence Norm for optimal benefit.