Rights and Obligations After Termination of Tenancy for Urgent Cause in Rotterdam

After a successful termination of tenancy for urgent cause in Rotterdam, rights and obligations shift immediately. The tenant must vacate the property and leave it in its original condition, in accordance with article 7:229 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW). Outstanding rent, service charges, and any damage will be claimed by the landlord. Self-eviction is prohibited; a bailiff is mandatory, inter alia to prevent domestic violence or nuisance in Rotterdam neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven or Feijenoord. Tenants are entitled to repayment of the security deposit minus proven damage. In case of eviction of the principal residence, a postponement of 4 weeks applies. Disputes regarding the final settlement can be brought before the Rotterdam Rent Tribunal or the district court at the Rotterdam District Court. Landlords are obliged to report vacancy to the municipality of Rotterdam via the Woonbedrijf or the municipal website. Note: termination of tenancy does not annul ongoing contracts, such as Rotterdam service subscriptions for maintenance. In crisis situations, the municipality of Rotterdam offers emergency accommodation via the Wmo counter or Social Team in asylum seeker centres or temporary shelters. Case law such as ECLI:NL:HR:2021:789 and local cases at the Rotterdam District Court emphasise proportionality; excessive claims in the port city are rejected. Rotterdam tenants can apply for special assistance from the municipality or via SchuldHulpMaatje. Document everything with photos for possible collection via CJIB or bailiff. This phase requires careful settlement to avoid new disputes at the Rotterdam Rent Tribunal, especially in busy neighbourhoods like Charlois.