Subletting and Termination in Rijswijk: Risks and Rules

In Rijswijk, subletting always requires written consent from both the main tenant and the landlord; without it, it is prohibited and may lead to immediate termination. Upon termination of the main tenancy, the subtenancy ends automatically, unless the landlord in Rijswijk agrees to continuation, for example via the municipality's tenancy policy. Article 7:267 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW) provides no termination protection for the subtenant against the main tenant. Procedure: request consent via the landlord, often with a security deposit and verification against the local housing ordinance of Rijswijk. Landlords in neighbourhoods such as Steenvoorde or Noorderveld may refuse in cases of default or nuisance. Practical example: a student in Rijswijk-Zuid sublets a room; upon departure of the main tenant, the subtenant must leave, unless the housing corporation such as WoonInvest consents. Dispute? The sub-district court (kantonrechter) in The Hague decides, and subtenants sometimes claim damages. Protection: the subtenancy agreement may run for a maximum period until the end of the main tenancy. In case of illegal subletting, a fine of up to €5,000 is threatened via Rijswijk enforcement and immediate eviction. Airbnb rules tightened since 2023 by the municipality, with a reporting obligation for temporary letting. These provisions prevent chain terminations in busy Rijswijk neighbourhoods and abuse by expats. Always check the house rules of local housing corporations and the Rijswijk prevention policy. (212 words)