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Suitable Allocation by Rotterdam Housing Corporation

In Rotterdam, you have the right to a suitable social rental home from a housing corporation. Read about your legal rights, the allocation process, and steps at the Rotterdam District Court if your needs are ignored.

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Suitable Allocation by Housing Corporations in Rotterdam: Your Rights and Steps

Suitable allocation requires a housing corporation in Rotterdam to offer you a social rental home that matches your family, income, health, and mobility. This legal right prevents you from receiving a home that is too large, too expensive, or inaccessible. In case of violation, you can litigate at the Rotterdam District Court, Wilhelminaplein 100-125.

Why Suitable Allocation in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam's busy housing market, corporations such as Woonbron or Vestia must prioritize your personal situation, such as a ground-floor apartment for disabled persons or a spacious home for large families. This is regulated in the Housing Act and Good Landlordship Act.

Legal Basis

  • Article 3.107 CC: Right to a suitable rental home.
  • Housing Act art. 44: Corporations must allocate suitably.
  • Rent Supervision Act: Supervision of Rotterdam corporations.
  • AWGB: No discrimination based on health or income.

Consult corporation rules on their websites or via Juridisch Loket Rotterdam, Westblaak 180.

Allocation Process in Rotterdam

From application to contract: corporations assess your needs via intake and waiting lists such as Woonnet Rijnmond.

  1. Application: Register with income and family composition.
  2. Intake Interview: Explain needs, e.g., "seniors' home near metro station".
  3. Waiting List: Priority based on urgency.
  4. Offer: 14 days response time.
  5. Contract: Start tenancy.

Problems? Take Action

1. Complaint to Corporation

Use their complaint form and demand reallocation.

2. Mediation

Via Rent Tribunal or Juridisch Loket Rotterdam, Westblaak 180 for free advice.

3. To Court

Steps to Rotterdam District Court, Wilhelminaplein 100-125 for penalty payment or better allocation. Provide evidence with emails and intake forms. Obtain assistance via Juridisch Loket.

Practical Tips Rotterdam

  • Check Woonnet Rijnmond for vacancies.
  • Call Juridisch Loket: 0800-8020 for emergency help.
  • Avoid urgency abuse; provide honest income.

Contact Rotterdam District Court for hearings or Juridisch Loket for assistance. This way, you enforce suitable allocation.