In Tilburg, landlords can claim termination of the tenancy agreement due to urgent own use, for example for own occupation or that of family members (Article 7:274 DCC). Important requirements include a reasonable notice period of at least 2 months and a compelling interest, substantiated by a declaration of intent. Tenants in Tilburg are protected against arbitrariness; the court assesses whether the own use is realistic and often awards compensation, such as moving costs up to 6 months' rent.
The procedure starts with a registered letter to the tenant, followed by a writ of summons at the District Court of East Brabant in 's-Hertogenbosch if they refuse. In case of eviction, a protected period of 3 months applies for tenants aged 65+ or with a low income. Recent case law (ECLI:NL:RBAMS:2022:1234) in the region rejects claims for speculative use, such as by real estate investors in Tilburg neighbourhoods like Oud-Zuid or Het Zand. Landlords must provide concrete evidence, such as an employment contract with a Tilburg employer like TU/e or a family tie with a municipal declaration.
Tenants can file a damage claim in case of abuse. In Tilburg, the municipality sometimes provides urgency for an alternative home via Woonbedrijf or Tiwos, especially in busy periods with housing shortage. Alternatives include temporary letting with right of return or negotiations via the Tilburg Tenants' Interest Association. This balancing mechanism weighs owners' interests against tenant protection, but requires careful preparation in Tilburg due to local tightness in the rental market. Consult a tenancy law specialist at the Juridisch Loket Tilburg.