Role of Landlord in Nuisance and Termination of Rental Agreement in Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, with its vibrant but sometimes nuisance-prone neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven, Charlois and Feijenoord, the landlord has a strict duty of care in cases of nuisance caused by neighbours or third parties. Pursuant to Article 7:213 of the Dutch Civil Code (DCC), he must take measures to ensure your quiet enjoyment of the rental property. If he ignores your complaints about noise nuisance, intimidation or drug problems – common in the city – he is in default, which may lead to termination of the rental agreement. Start with multiple formal warnings by registered mail. If he does not intervene? Then involve Huurteam Rotterdam for free mediation and exerting pressure, or go directly to the Huurcommissie. For persistent problems, you can claim termination from the district court in Rotterdam. The landlord himself can warn nuisance-makers, impose a house ban or terminate the contract (art. 7:268 DCC). Collect evidence of negligence, such as unanswered letters and audio recordings. You do not need to confront the offender yourself; that is the landlord's task. In case of serious incidents, such as violence or cannabis plantations in Rotterdam apartment buildings, report directly to the police via 0900-8844 for criminal prosecution. In the port city, a landlord's insurance often covers legal costs. As a tenant: avoid escalation, document everything and seek help from Juridisch Loket Rotterdam or Woonbron for housing association properties. The judge weighs the severity, duration of the nuisance and the landlord's efforts. Successful cases in Rotterdam show repeated notices of default and local witness statements. This way, you protect your rights in the Maasstad without having to move immediately. (248 words)