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Rent Reduction for Category A/B/C

In Tilburg, you can reduce your rent price under **rent reduction category A/B/C** if your income decreases or circumstances change. Learn how to apply for this with local housing associations and the municipality.

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Rent Reduction for Category A/B/C Properties in Tilburg

Rent reduction category A/B/C offers tenants in Tilburg of social housing the opportunity to lower their rent under specific conditions. This is relevant in cases of income reduction, changed family situation, or if the property is no longer suitable. In this article, you will find Tilburg-specific information about your rights, the application procedure, and contact points such as the Juridisch Loket Tilburg.

What does rent reduction category A/B/C entail?

Properties in the Netherlands fall under categories: **A** (social rent), **B** (transitional housing), and **C** (private sector). For Tilburg, rent reduction category A/B/C primarily focuses on category A with housing associations such as WonenBreburg. The aim is affordable rent in case of financial changes, regulated via the **Rent Allowance and Rent Reduction Act** and **Rent Act**.

In Tilburg, the municipality or housing association assesses your request. Contact local authorities for advice.

Legal basis

  • Rent Act (Civil Code Book 7, Title 1): Basic rules for tenancy relationships.
  • Rent Allowance and Rent Reduction Act: Specific for social rent in regions such as Tilburg.
  • Rent Reduction Decree: Criteria for reduction, applied locally.

When to apply in Tilburg?

Apply for rent reduction if:

  • Your income decreases (unemployment, pension, illness).
  • Family composition changes (divorce, empty nest).
  • You prefer a smaller property in the social sector.
  • Rent becomes unaffordable due to rising costs (energy, care).
In Tilburg, you can go to housing associations or the municipality.

Categories compared

Category Type of property Rent reduction possible in Tilburg? Legal basis
A Social rent (low income) Yes, via housing associations such as WonenBreburg Rent Allowance and Rent Reduction Act
B Transitional housing Limited, dependent on housing association Rent Act + local agreements
C Private sector Rare, contractual Tenancy agreement

Tip for Tilburg: Category C rarely possible; check with landlord. For B: consult housing association.

Your rights and obligations

Tenant rights

Application procedure in Tilburg

  1. Gather evidence (income proof, WOZ decision).
  2. Submit application to housing association or Municipality of Tilburg.
  3. Await decision (max. 8 weeks).
  4. No approval? File objection with District Court Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100.

Local contacts Tilburg

  • Municipality of Tilburg: Rent team via 013-542 92 11.
  • Juridisch Loket Tilburg: Spoorlaan 364, make an appointment.
  • District Court: Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100.

Frequently asked questions

Can I combine rent reduction with rent allowance? Yes, in Tilburg often possible for category A.

What if my application is rejected? File objection within 6 weeks with the housing association or court.