Rent Increase Point System in Rijswijk: How the System Works
In Rijswijk, a landlord may not arbitrarily increase the rent for a **rent increase**. For rental properties in the **private sector**, the **point system** applies. This limits the increase based on the **rent index** and **age of the property**. Discover how it works, your rights and local assistance lines such as the Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.
What is the Point System in Rijswijk?
The **point system** regulates rent increases in the **private sector** in Rijswijk and surrounding areas. Recorded in the **Private Sector Rent Increases Act (WHVS)** and **Rent Act**, it prevents excessive increases. The calculation uses **points** based on the **rent index** (CBS data) and **year of construction of the property**. Older buildings in Rijswijk receive fewer points, thus smaller increases.
Note: Only for **private sector**. Social housing in Rijswijk follows rules via housing associations, rent allowance and indexation.
Legal Basis for Rijswijk
Applicable laws:
- Private Sector Rent Increases Act (WHVS): Rules for private sector increases.
- Rent Act (art. 7:270-7:278): Procedure and point calculation.
- Private Sector Rent Increases Decree (BHV): Points per index and age.
Rent index monthly via CBS. In case of disputes: District Court of The Hague (district Rijswijk).
Calculating Points for Your Property in Rijswijk
Two main factors:
- Rent index: Monthly CBS indicator for rent development.
- Property age: Older Rijswijk properties (often pre-war) receive point discounts.
Calculation: Convert index to points, corrected for age. Example: For a 2% index increase and 15-year-old property: max. 1.2% increase due to 60% point allocation.
Points per Age Category
Overview (based on BHV, check current District Court of The Hague):
| Age of property | Points per year | Max. increase (at +2% index) |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5 years | 100% | 2% (full) |
| 5–10 years | 80% | 1.6% |
| 10–20 years | 60% | 1.2% |
| 20–30 years | 40% | 0.8% |
| >30 years | 20% | 0.4% |
In Rijswijk with many older properties, often lower increases.
Your Rights and Assistance in Rijswijk
Landlord must announce 2 months in advance. Disagree? Objection within 4 weeks. Assistance: Juridisch Loket Rijswijk (free advice). In case of escalation: District Court of The Hague. Also check municipality of Rijswijk for local rent teams.