Rent Allowance Cap Threshold in Tilburg: impact on your allowance
The rent allowance cap threshold in Tilburg determines your full or partial rent allowance. Above this income threshold, the allowance decreases. Read here how it works, the rules and what to do in case of changes in your situation.
What is the rent allowance cap threshold?
The rent allowance cap threshold is an income threshold from which your rent allowance phases out. Rent allowance helps tenants in Tilburg with high rent costs. The calculation depends on income, rent price and the cap threshold. Above this threshold, you receive less allowance, which gradually decreases.
Annually set by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Employment, the threshold varies by rent type (social rent, private sector, starter rent) and rent price. In 2024, this applies to social renters in Tilburg and surrounding areas.
Legal basis in Tilburg
The rules are set out in:
- Work and Assistance Act (WWB): General assistance and allowance rules.
- Rent Allowance Decree: Calculation methods and thresholds.
- Income-Dependent Combination Discount Act (WICR): Coordination of social schemes.
For 2024: cap threshold for single persons in social rent in Tilburg approx. €36,000 gross/year (for rent below maximum). Check current figures, as they change annually. For legal questions, you can go to the District Court Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100 in Tilburg.
Application of the cap threshold in Tilburg
Example: single person with social rent €750/month in Tilburg. Below the threshold full allowance; above it gradual phase-out.
2024 overview:
| Income (gross/year) | Allowance % | Rent allowance |
|---|---|---|
| €20,000 | 100% | Full (e.g. €400/month) |
| €30,000 | 75% | Partial (e.g. €300/month) |
| €36,000 (threshold) | 0% | No allowance |
Amounts vary by situation; it shows the gradual reduction. In Tilburg, the Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364 helps with personal calculations.
When does the cap threshold apply in Tilburg?
Applies to all tenants, with nuances:
- Rent type: Lower threshold for social rent vs. private sector/starter rent.
- Rent price: Above €1,200/month (2024) often no allowance.
- Low income: Below €12,000 gross/year maximum allowance.
- Care/disabled: Extra costs raise the effective threshold.
Rights and obligations
Rights
- Information: You are entitled to clear explanation about your allowance.
- Objection: Against decisions within 6 weeks at the Tax Authorities.
- Assistance: Free advice via Juridisch Loket Tilburg.
Obligations
- Report income or rent changes immediately.
- Provide correct information.
Contact Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364 or District Court Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100 for Tilburg-specific advice.