Liberalisation threshold points system in Tilburg: impact on your rental property
The liberalisation threshold points system determines whether a rental property in Tilburg remains in the social rental sector or moves to the free sector. Since 2024, a tightened regulation applies with a points assessment based on rent price, location and housing characteristics. If a property exceeds the threshold, it leaves the social sector. This article highlights the system, effects and relevance for tenants and landlords in Tilburg.
What does the liberalisation threshold points system entail?
This system maintains the balance between social and free rental housing in regions such as Tilburg. The government prevents affordable housing from disappearing for low-income groups. The assessment focuses on:
- Rent price: higher amounts yield more points.
- Location: attractive Tilburg neighbourhoods score higher.
- Quality: size, condition and luxury facilities.
- Year of construction: newer buildings often receive extra points.
If the score exceeds the liberalisation threshold, the landlord may apply free prices without social rental restrictions. More about social rental in Tilburg.
Legal basis
Anchored in the Social Rental Act and Rent Allowance Act. Key sources:
- Article 1.1 Social Rental Act: criteria for sector classification.
- Article 1.1 Rent Allowance Act: rules for allowance and liberalisation.
- Social Rental Decree: points and thresholds.
Since 1 January 2024, the threshold in Tilburg has been raised to preserve more social housing, in line with regional housing shortages.
How does the points system work in Tilburg?
Factors are added together; exceeding the threshold results in transition. Overview with Tilburg specifics:
| Factor | Description | Points (Tilburg example) |
|---|---|---|
| Rent price | Monthly rent amount. | €1,100+ in Centrum-Tilburg = 28 points. |
| Location | Market pressure in municipality. | Oud-Zuid or Korvel neighbourhood = 22 points. |
| Housing quality | Size and facilities. | 4-room apartment with lift = 18 points. |
| Age | Year of construction. | Built after 2010 = 14 points. |
| Energy performance | Energy label. | Label A++++ = 12 points. |
The points system varies locally; in Tilburg, central location and energy efficiency count extra due to municipal policy. For questions: District Court Zeeland-West-Brabant, Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg or Legal Aid Office Tilburg, Spoorlaan 364. The liberalisation threshold for 2024 is approximately 185 points – check your property via the online tool.
Consequences for tenants in Tilburg
For tenants: retention of social rent allowance as long as below the threshold. Upon transition, rent often rises 20-50%, but the free sector sometimes offers better quality. Landlords gain flexibility. Locally, the municipality of Tilburg advises checking points upon contract renewal.