Procedure upon Mutual Agreement to Terminate Lease Agreement in Rotterdam

The procedure for terminating a lease agreement on the basis of mutual agreement in Rotterdam requires a clear and written record of the arrangements, in line with the rules of the Huurcommissie and the Rotterdam district court. Both parties prepare a signed agreement in which the end date of the tenancy, the condition of the property upon delivery – taking into account typical Rotterdam property characteristics such as in neighbourhoods like Delfshaven or Kralingen – and any financial settlements are recorded. This document serves as evidence in the event of possible disputes before the Rotterdam district court or the Huurcommissie. Subsequently, the tenant must deliver the property clean and undamaged, often with a delivery report that complies with the local inspection standards of housing associations such as Woonbron or Vestia. The landlord checks the meter readings for gas, water and electricity, and charges service costs up to the end date, including any Rotterdam municipal levies. Importantly, no notice period applies, which is ideal for the dynamic Rotterdam rental market with many temporary contracts in port areas. Parties may agree on compensation for quick delivery, for example in the case of early departure from a property along the Maas. In the event of disagreement over the delivery, such as wear and tear due to salty air in port neighbourhoods, an independent inspector can be engaged via the Rotterdam Association of Real Estate Agents. This method prevents lengthy proceedings at the Rotterdam District Court and provides certainty in the busy rental market. For Rotterdam residents, it is advisable to contact the Juridisch Loket Rotterdam or a local tenancy law specialist for tailored advice, taking into account the stricter enforcement of vacancy in the city. (312 words)