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Rent Arrears Tilburg: Procedure and Steps

In case of **rent arrears** in Tilburg, you as tenant or landlord must act correctly. Learn the **local procedure**, **rights and obligations** and steps to resolve problems, with info on the District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant and Juridisch Loket Tilburg.

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Rent Arrears in Tilburg: Procedure and Steps

**Rent arrears** arise when a tenant does not pay the rent on time. In Tilburg, the landlord is required to grant a **payment term** before taking further action, as stipulated in the **Rent Act** and **Civil Code (CC)**. Follow the correct steps to avoid legal complications.

This article describes the approach to rent arrears in Tilburg, your **rights and obligations**, and practical steps. Including local institutions such as the District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100 and Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364. Answers to frequently asked questions follow as well.

What is rent arrears?

**Rent arrears** means not paying rent or service charges such as service or energy costs on the agreed date. Under the **Rent Act (art. 7:200 CC)**, the tenant must pay on time. Even one day in arrears counts, but action is often only taken after a month. The landlord must first offer a **payment term**.

Legal basis in Tilburg

Important rules:

  • Rent Act (art. 7:200 CC): Payment rules and procedure in case of arrears.
  • CC art. 7:220 and 7:221: Requirements for **payment term** and **instalment plan**.
  • Rent Allowance Act: Extra protection in case of allowance.
  • Debt Restructuring (WSNP): Option for unaffordable arrears.
  • Local: District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg handles rental disputes.

Steps in case of rent arrears in Tilburg

Follow these steps as tenant or landlord.

For landlords: your step-by-step plan

Start with a **payment term** (minimum 14 days, art. 7:220 CC).

  1. Send payment term: Written letter with amount and deadline (min. 14 days).
  2. Draw up instalment plan: Written proposal for instalment payments, signed by both parties.
  3. Terminate lease agreement: In case of non-compliance: letter with end date (min. 1 month in advance).
  4. Start court proceedings: **Summons** or **writ of summons** via District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100.

Prohibited: Locking yourself or removing belongings without court permission.

For tenants: what should you do?

Contact your landlord immediately in case of payment problems. Seek help from Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364 for free advice. Options:

  • Pay arrears in one go.
  • Propose an instalment plan.
  • Apply for rent allowance or debt assistance via the Municipality of Tilburg.
  • In case of unjustified claims: defence at the District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant.

Local assistance in Tilburg

  • District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant: Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg – for writs of summons and judgments.
  • Juridisch Loket Tilburg: Spoorlaan 364 – free legal advice for tenants.
  • Municipality of Tilburg: Debt assistance for payment plans.

Frequently asked questions

Can the landlord cut off the electricity? No, that is prohibited.

What if I have rent allowance? Pay via allowance; request deferral from the Tax Authorities.

For more help: call Juridisch Loket Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364.