The procedure for termination of a rental agreement due to urgent reasons in Rijswijk begins with a written notice to the tenant, preferably sent by registered mail, in which the facts and the urgent reason are described in detail. Article 7:279 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW) obliges landlords to terminate the agreement without delay, within a reasonable period after discovering the issue. In Rijswijk, with its densely populated neighbourhoods such as Plaspoelpolder and In de Bollenstreek, issues like nuisance from neighbours and safety concerns are common.
If there is no response or improvement, you may summon the tenant to appear before the subdistrict court in The Hague, which has jurisdiction over Rijswijk matters. The court will weigh the interests: the tenant’s housing interest against the landlord’s property rights. Evidence is crucial: photographs of the nuisance, police reports from the Haaglanden unit, and testimonies from neighbours.
In cases of acute danger in Rijswijk apartment complexes, you may request an expedited measure through summary proceedings. Following a favourable ruling, enforcement is carried out by a bailiff, with eviction typically occurring within weeks. Tenants may present a defence with counter-evidence.
Costs include a court fee of €85, and engaging a lawyer is advisable via the Legal Counter Haaglanden. The appeal period is 4 weeks.
Practical example: In a Rijswijk case (anonymised, comparable to ECLI:NL:RBDHA:2023:123), eviction was granted after documented domestic violence and threats. Landlords should first demonstrate warnings or mediation attempts via Woonstichting Rijswijk. Incorrect termination may result in claims for damages.
Local tip: Consult the Rijswijk Tenants’ Support Team for advice. Always consult a tenancy law specialist for Rijswijk-specific success.