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Rent Reduction for Category A/B/C Rotterdam

In **Rotterdam** you can reduce your rent price under conditions with **rent reduction category A/B/C**. Learn how to apply for this at local authorities such as the District Court Rotterdam.

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Rent Reduction for Category A/B/C Housing in Rotterdam

Rent reduction category A/B/C in Rotterdam offers tenants of social housing the opportunity to lower their rent price in case of changed circumstances. This applies especially to social rent (category A) in neighborhoods such as Charlois, Feijenoord or IJsselmonde. In this article you will find everything about your rights, the application procedure at District Court Rotterdam (Wilhelminaplein 100-125) and help via the Legal Counter Rotterdam (Westblaak 180).

What does rent reduction category A/B/C in Rotterdam entail?

Rotterdam divides rental housing into categories A (social rent up to €763.47 in 2024), B (mid-range rent) and C (free sector). Rent reduction primarily targets category A housing from housing associations such as Woonbron or Vestia. The aim is affordable rent in case of decreasing income or changed living situation, regulated via the Good Landlordship Act and local Rotterdam rules.

Contact your housing association or the municipality of Rotterdam for a check on your situation.

Legal basis in Rotterdam

  • Rent Act (CC Book 7): Basis for rent prices and reductions.
  • Rent Allowance Act: Regulates income-dependent rent restriction.
  • Appropriate Allocation Rotterdam: Local rules for social rent reduction.

When to apply in Rotterdam?

Apply for rent reduction in case of:

  • Income reduction: Unemployment, state pension or illness (proof via UWV/Café).
  • Family change: Divorce or children moving out (proof via municipality).
  • Housing too large: Under-occupancy in Rotterdam housing association property.
  • Unaffordable burdens: Rising energy costs or care needs.

Categories in Rotterdam context

Category Type in Rotterdam Reduction possible? Local authority
A Social rent (e.g. Delfshaven) Yes, via housing association District Court Rotterdam
B Mid-range rent (e.g. Kralingen) Limited, dependent on housing association Municipality of Rotterdam
C Free sector (e.g. Centrum) Rare, contractual Rent Tribunal Rotterdam

Tip for Rotterdam: For category C, reduction is exceptional; check your contract or contact the Legal Counter.

Rights and steps in Rotterdam

Your rights

  • Swift assessment by housing association within 8 weeks.
  • No discrimination; Rotterdam rules apply fairly to all.
  • Rent max. 30-40% of income for social rent.
  • Free advice at Legal Counter Rotterdam, Westblaak 180.

Application procedure

  1. Gather evidence (income statement, tenancy agreement).
  2. Submit application to your housing association (e.g. HagaWonen).
  3. In case of rejection: Go to District Court Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein 100-125 or Rent Tribunal.
  4. Apply for rent allowance via toeslagen.nl.

Help in Rotterdam

  • District Court Rotterdam: Wilhelminaplein 100-125, tel. 010-414 2000.
  • Legal Counter: Westblaak 180, free consultation hours.
  • Municipality of Rotterdam: Local rent information.

Frequently asked questions Rotterdam

Can I go back to a lower category? Yes, via urgency declaration from the municipality.

What if the landlord refuses? Proceed to District Court Rotterdam with evidence.