Tenant Rights Upon Expiration of a Fixed-Term Rental Contract in Rijswijk

In Rijswijk, a growing municipality near The Hague, a fixed-term rental contract automatically terminates on the agreed-upon date under Article 7:271 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW) without the need for notice. The landlord may not unilaterally extend the contract without your consent. If you wish to remain in your home in neighborhoods such as Innen or Oud-Rijswijk, request an extension in writing promptly via email or registered mail. Failure to do so may result in eviction proceedings through the subdistrict court in The Hague. Important: during the term of the contract, you enjoy full tenancy protection, including rent control via the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie) and the landlord’s maintenance obligations, which are particularly relevant for housing associations in Rijswijk such as Vidomes or WoonBedrijf. In case of eviction, a minimum notice period of one month applies unless otherwise agreed. Local assistance: the Neighborhood Housing Team Rijswijk (Wijkteam Wonen Rijswijk) or the Tenants’ Support Team Haaglanden (Huurteam Haaglanden) offers free advice for expats in expat neighborhoods or during renovations around Delftse Hout. Document all correspondence carefully. No response from the landlord? Take the matter to court to seek continuation of the tenancy. Note: for social housing properties in Rijswijk, additional requirements under the Housing Act (Woningwet) apply, such as urgency criteria for social housing. Contact the Municipality of Rijswijk for specific regulations.