Calculation of Liberalisation Threshold for Complex Housing Types in Tilburg

Not all dwellings in Tilburg fall under the standard liberalisation threshold; complex types such as room rentals in student rooms around Tilburg University, garages in the Oud-Zuid neighbourhood or luxury apartments in the Spoorzone require specific calculations. For rooms, €435.23 (2024) applies, excluding service charges. Integrated living spaces (WOZ value > €43,560) start at €879.66. The formula: bare rent + service charges (up to 25% deductible) x WOZ factor. Housing Act article 18 defines 'self-contained living space' as having a kitchen and bathroom present. Parking spaces and storage units in Tilburg new-build projects liberalise separately at €100+. The Rent Tribunal uses a points system for threshold determination: floor area, location such as near the centre or Piushaven and facilities are taken into account. Example: an 80m² flat in the Het Zand neighbourhood with lift and balcony can exceed €850 due to 120 points, partly due to Tilburg's performance agreements with housing associations such as WonenBreburg. Landlords must draw up a 'liberal rent declaration' upon tenancy commencement. Tenants can check via the Huurprijscheck tool or locally at the Woonloket Tilburg. Municipal differences in Tilburg arise from agreements on affordable rent in growth neighbourhoods such as the Reeshof. Errors lead to repayment or levy by the municipality. In 2024 indexed with 4.9% increase. Advice: use the official calculation tool of the Central Government or the Tilburg rent office for accuracy. This prevents legal disputes and ensures compliant renting in the vibrant textile city.