Rent Price Points System in Rijswijk: how it works
The **rent price points system** determines the maximum rent price for social rental housing in Rijswijk. This system protects tenants against excessive rents and helps housing associations cover costs. Points are awarded based on living space size, location in Rijswijk, energy facilities, and more. Discover how it works, your rights, and what to do if you doubt your rent price in this municipality.
What does the rent price points system entail for Rijswijk?
The points system is a **statutory framework** from the **Maximum Rent Act** and the **APV of Rijswijk**, which regulates the rent price for social rental housing. Points are awarded for characteristics such as:
- Size (rooms, m²)
- Location (Rijswijk center, neighborhood or edge)
- Age of property (new construction or renovation)
- Facilities (central heating, HR++ glass, elevator facility)
- Property type (apartment, terraced house, family home)
The sum of points translates into a maximum rent, so that equivalent properties in Rijswijk have the same price levels.
Statutory basis specific to Rijswijk
Regulations:
- **Maximum Rent Act (Wmh)**: Limits rents for housing associations in Rijswijk.
- **APV Rijswijk**: Local points table and rent per point for this municipality.
Example points system Rijswijk
For a **3-room apartment** in Rijswijk center with central heating and elevator:
| Characteristic | Points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Size (3 rooms) | 42 | Standard apartment Rijswijk |
| Location (Rijswijk center) | 28 | Close to shops and public transport |
| Central heating installation | 12 | Efficient heating |
| Elevator present | 14 | Accessibility high-rise |
| Total | 96 | Points score |
At €12.80 per point in Rijswijk: 96 × €12.80 = €1,228.80/month (excl. service charges).
Your rights and obligations in Rijswijk
Tenants in Rijswijk have specific **rights** and **obligations**.
Rights as tenant
- Transparent calculation: Housing association must provide points specification. Request this in writing.
- Rent reduction in case of excess: In case of excessive rent, you can litigate within **Rent Tribunal** or **District Court of The Hague** (district Rijswijk).
- Check via Juridisch Loket Rijswijk: Free advice and assistance with objection.
Obligations
- Payment on time.
- Report correct use of property for points adjustment.
What to do in case of excessive rent in Rijswijk?
1. Request points calculation from housing association.
2. Check via Rent Tribunal.
3. In case of disagreement: **Juridisch Loket Rijswijk** (free intake) or **District Court of The Hague**.
4. Possible rent discount or repayment.
Extra tips for Rijswijk
In Rijswijk, stricter rules apply due to pressure on the housing market. Always check your rent price at huurcheck.nl. In case of renovations, points may change – demand recalculation.