Maximum Deposit Amount for Land Lease in Rijswijk

In Rijswijk, a municipality near The Hague with many recreational and storage areas such as in the Spoorheide district or around Delftse Hout, the maximum amount of a deposit for the lease of retention land is not statutorily fixed as it is for residential premises. Practice guidelines in the region indicate one to two months' rent, based on the reasonableness and fairness principle from Article 6:248 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW). Local landlords of caravan sites on Riouwweg or parking spaces at shopping centres such as In de Bogaard do not often demand excessive amounts; otherwise, the tenant may refuse or challenge it before the subdistrict court in The Hague. For parking spaces in Rijswijk, the deposit typically ranges between €100 and €400, lower than in busy parts of The Hague, depending on location and contract duration. For larger plots such as allotment gardens in the north of Rijswijk, this can rise to €800. The lease agreement must explicitly mention the deposit, including reference to interest (statutory interest if not deposited separately). Tenants in Rijswijk: negotiate firmly, given the competition with nearby Hague sites, and demand proof of deposit on a blocked account. Landlords: avoid disputes by aligning amounts with local market prices and including clear terms, in accordance with industry agreements for recreational land in South Holland. In case of excess, the subdistrict court may reduce the deposit. Always check the specific contract and consult the Municipality of Rijswijk for local bylaws on land lease. (218 words)