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Housing Valuation in Rental Disputes in Rotterdam

Determine the correct rent in Rotterdam via the Housing Valuation System: calculate points for Delfshaven or Kralingen and challenge excessive prices with the help of the Rent Committee and local organisations.

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Housing valuation determines the maximum rent price in the regulated sector in Rotterdam. The Housing Valuation System (HWS) uses a points system based on floor area, facilities, energy index and location, with extra attention to the urban characteristics of neighbourhoods such as Delfshaven, Kralingen or the Kop van Zuid. In Rotterdam, where the rental market is under pressure due to housing shortages, excessively high rent is common: request a valuation report from your landlord or the Rent Committee. If the rent exceeds the liberalisation threshold (€808.06 in 2024) but the points score too low, you can demand a reduction via the Rotterdam Tenants' Interests Organisation or legal assistance. Calculate it yourself using the online HWS tool of the central government, adapted to local Rotterdam real estate standards. In case of discrepancies, initiate a procedure: the Rent Committee reviews and adjusts the rent, taking into account municipal energy subsidies. Landlords must enclose the report with rent increases; tenants in Rotterdam have ten weeks to respond, supported by local advice centres such as the Legal Counter in the city. In renovation projects in old buildings or port areas, the valuation changes significantly. Keep evidence of defects, such as leaks in historic buildings or moisture problems in apartments, to deduct points. This system protects Rotterdam tenants against usurious rents in a tight market. Professional advice from a Rotterdam rental law lawyer, for example via the Rotterdam Rent Team, is worthwhile in complex cases involving urban developments. Consulting current points tables and local rental policies prevents surprises.