Deposit and Final Inspection upon Termination of Rental Agreement in Rijswijk
Rental property terminated in Rijswijk? This article explains the specific rules for deposit repayment and final inspection in this municipality, including local tips.
According to Article 7:266 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), the landlord in Rijswijk must repay the deposit within one month after the end of the tenancy, after deduction of any defects or outstanding service charges. Schedule a joint final inspection in your apartment in neighbourhoods such as Innen or Oud-Rijswijk: carefully check walls, floors, frames and installations such as the central heating boiler. Prepare a detailed protocol with timestamps and photos, and have both parties sign it. In doubt? Engage an independent inspector via the local landlords' association.
Local advice for Rijswijk: Thoroughly clean your property, with extra attention to moisture problems typical in older flats around the centre. Repair minor damages yourself to avoid disputes. For service charges, such as those for green areas in Rijswijk parks or waste levy, demand a specification within six months. In case of disputes, you can go to the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie) in The Hague (near Rijswijk) or the district court at the District Court of The Hague. In Rijswijk, on average 80% of tenants get the full deposit back with good preparation, thanks to the active Neighbourhood Housing Teams (Wijkteams Wonen). Avoid hidden costs by recording all agreements in writing and using the standard termination letter from the municipality of Rijswijk.