Exceptions to the Points System in Rijswijk

Not every rental property in Rijswijk falls under the maximum points system of the regulated sector. In this municipality, the same national exceptions apply, but with specific attention to the local housing market. Luxury private-sector properties above the liberalisation threshold of €808.06 (2024) – such as high-end apartments in neighbourhoods like Innen or Oud-Rijswijk – are exempt. Temporary contracts of less than six months, student rooms near the The Hague University of Applied Sciences campuses in Rijswijk, company housing near industrial estates such as Hoekeind, and rentals to family members are also excluded. After large-scale renovations, such as those recently carried out on flats in the Platteweg area, the rent may no longer be regulated. Room rentals in shared houses and service flats for seniors in Rijswijk have their own municipal regulations, often in line with The Hague’s policies. Landlords must demonstrate these exceptions during rent assessment committee inspections, which are strictly enforced in Rijswijk due to the tight housing market. Tenants in these cases have less legal protection, but in cases of excessive rents or abuse, they can always turn to the subdistrict court in The Hague. The distinction between the regulated and private sectors remains crucial, especially given Rijswijk’s proximity to the Randstad’s bustling housing market. Recent legislative changes, such as the Good Landlordship Act, have raised thresholds to prevent abuse, with additional local enforcement by the Municipality of Rijswijk. Always consult the current liberalisation threshold on [rijksoverheid.nl](https://www.rijksoverheid.nl) and check [rijswijk.nl](https://www.rijswijk.nl) for neighbourhood-specific information. This article helps you navigate the grey areas of Rijswijk’s rental legislation.