Housing Swap Corporation Policy Rotterdam: rules and procedure
Housing swap corporation policy Rotterdam regulates the possibilities for tenants of corporations in Rotterdam to swap their property with another corporation property. Ideal for those who want to live in a different neighbourhood such as Delfshaven, Feijenoord or the Kop van Zuid, are looking for a larger floor or want to live closer to work in the port. This article discusses the policy of Rotterdam corporations such as Woonbron, Vestia and Havensteder, with a focus on local rules and how you protect your rights.
What does housing swap corporation policy in Rotterdam entail?
In Rotterdam, tenants can swap their corporation property with another property from the same landlord via the housing swap policy. This can be within Rotterdam-South, to Kralingen or even outside the city, depending on the corporation conditions. Rotterdam corporations offer this to stimulate mobility in the tight social rental market.
Each corporation has its own housing swap regulation, often based on the national Tenancy Act and Housing Act. In Rotterdam, this is aligned with the Big Cities Policy priorities, such as flow in neighbourhoods with a lot of social rent. Check the regulation on your corporation's website or at Legal Advice Centre Rotterdam, Westblaak 180.
Legal basis in Rotterdam
The core of the policy is based on:
- Article 7:230 BW: basis for tenants' rights in swaps.
- Article 3:106 Tenancy Act: conditions for application.
- Decree on subsidy granting to housing corporations: obliges corporations to have a swap regulation.
- Local: Rotterdam Housing Allocation Ordinance and corporation regulations.
In case of disputes, you can go to District Court Rotterdam, Wilhelminaplein 100-125.
Conditions for housing swap in Rotterdam
Typical requirements at Rotterdam corporations:
1. You are a regular tenant
Only with a fixed tenancy agreement; no temporary or starter contracts.
2. Suitable properties
Exceptions apply to:
- Properties for status holders or Rotterdam priority holders.
- Flexible dwellings in neighbourhoods such as Rotterdam-South.
- Specific seniors or family homes with label.
3. Suitable swap offer
Checks on size, rent price (max. 10-15% difference often) and location within Rotterdam boundaries.
4. Waiting time and priority
Minimum 6-12 months occupancy; shorter in exceptional circumstances such as care needs. Use platforms such as WoonRuimte or corporation apps.
Procedure for applying for housing swap Rotterdam
1. Register at corporation portal (e.g. MijnWoonbron).
2. Find match via swap exchange.
3. Submit joint application with income and household test.
4. Inspection and approval within 4-6 weeks.
5. Transfer of tenancy agreements.
Your rights and tips
Refusal? Request written motivation and lodge an objection. If necessary: Rent Tribunal or District Court Rotterdam. ~50% of swaps succeed; be flexible with neighbourhoods such as IJsselmonde or Prins Alexander.