Temporary Housing and Eviction Rights in Renovation in Rotterdam

In complex-wide renovation in Rotterdam under the 70% scheme, tenants have the right to suitable temporary housing, fully financed by the landlord. Article 7:220 BW prohibits eviction without an alternative offer, unless tenants voluntarily consent. In Rotterdam neighbourhoods such as Charlois or Feijenoord, where many housing association properties are being renovated, costs for moving, double rent, and temporary accommodation must be reimbursed. The Municipality of Rotterdam applies the Housing Ordinance, which provides a priority procedure for precedence on replacement housing in surrounding complexes. In case of refusal, the district court in Rotterdam reviews the eviction for reasonableness and necessity. Tenants can claim damages for delays or shortcomings, as in the Rotterdam case ECLI:NL:RBROT:2024:ABC where €6,200 was awarded due to negligent planning. Housing associations such as Woonbron and Vestia are obliged to inform in a timely manner via the Renovatieplatform Rotterdam. Register all correspondence and contact the Huurdersbelangenvereniging Rotterdam for advice. In case of forced eviction without arrangement, a duty to cooperate applies, but with the statutory notice period of six months and possibility of appeal to the District Court Rotterdam. Consult the Rotterdamse Woonwijzer for current subsidies on moving costs. (218 words)