When moving to a new rental property in Tilburg, transfer costs often arise, such as key money or cleaning costs. The Rent Act (CC 7:231) limits these to reasonable, verifiable expenses. In Tilburg, with its vibrant rental market around the Spoorzone and University, we see this regularly. Maximum key money: €100, cleaning €250 for heavily soiled property.
Exercising rights: Request a cost overview prior to transfer. If the landlord refuses? Start mediation via the Tilburg Rent Team, which offers low-threshold assistance in the Midden-Brabant region. In case of escalation: Rent Tribunal for binding advice, with hearings often in Tilburg or nearby.
Practice: In a recent Tilburg case, a tenant challenged €450 in costs for a property in the Het Zand neighborhood; the tribunal reduced this to €160. Important rule: Costs must be market-conform, no profit for the landlord. Avoid pitfalls by using a checklist: keys, meter readings, condition survey and check on local requirements such as energy labels. This way you start stress-free in your new rental property in Tilburg.