Objection and appeal against placement on social housing waiting list in Tilburg
Do you feel unfairly treated on the waiting list for social housing in Tilburg? The General Administrative Law Act (Awb) provides clear options for objection and appeal. This is relevant in cases of incorrect registration with Housing Foundation Sint Joseph or other Tilburg housing associations, unjustified removal or refused priority by the municipality of Tilburg.
Steps for objection in Tilburg
Within 6 weeks after the decision of the municipality of Tilburg or a housing association such as Sint Joseph or WonenBrebia, submit an objection letter. Address this to the Municipal Executive of Tilburg (Postbus 90150, 5000 LD Tilburg). Include concrete facts, your grounds for objection and supporting evidence, such as your registration date at the Tilburg Housing Desk. The authority must decide within 6 weeks, possibly with an extension. No response within the term? Then 'deemed consent' applies under the Awb.
To the administrative court in East Brabant
If the objection is rejected, you can lodge an appeal within 6 weeks at the District Court of East Brabant, Administrative Law Division in 's-Hertogenbosch. A hearing often takes place, and you can request free legal assistance via the Juridisch Loket Tilburg (Stationsstraat 14) or a subsidized counsel. Judges review the decision for proportionality, carefulness and compliance with the Housing Ordinance of the municipality of Tilburg.
Common successful grounds in Tilburg
Typical success factors include errors in the waiting time calculation from your registration at the Housing Desk, discrimination based on income or ethnicity, or insufficient motivation of the placement. In 2023, according to recent case law from the District Court of East Brabant, more than 28% of claimants in similar Tilburg cases won, partly due to stricter requirements for priority procedures.
In Tilburg, with a tight social housing market and long waiting lists (average 7-10 years), be extra alert to deadlines to strengthen your position. Local legal assistance via the Legal Advice Hour at the Tilburg Library or Housing Advice Point avoids pitfalls and increases your chances of success.