Termination of Temporary Rental Agreement by Landlord in Tilburg

In Tilburg, the landlord can terminate a temporary rental agreement, but only under strict conditions. Article 7:274 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW) prescribes a notice period of one month and requires a valid reason, such as own occupation, urgent maintenance, or renovation in the neighborhood. Without a proper reason or too short a period, the termination is null and void. As a tenant in Tilburg, you do not need to agree; the contract ends automatically after the period, but in case of eviction threat, you can lodge a defense at the district court in Den Bosch, which handles many Tilburg cases. Evidence is essential: the landlord must demonstrate the reason concretely, for example with a purchase agreement for own use. Exception for Tilburg housing associations such as WonenBreburg: urgent own use counts as a compelling interest, but judges scrutinize strictly due to the tight rental market in the Reeshof and Oud-Zuid. Tenants' rights: in case of forced departure due to landlord's fault, you may qualify for a moving allowance or priority allocation from Tablis Wonen. Local practice: in Tilburg, court cases over unjustified terminations are rising due to the high demand for affordable rental housing; recent judgments from the East Brabant District Court emphasize strict requirements. Document all correspondence, photos of the property, and immediately contact the Juridisch Loket in Tilburg (Spoorlaan 181) for free advice. After termination, rent protection lapses, but you have the right to be heard and to rebut at the court. Also seek help from the Huurdersbelangenvereniging Tilburg for neighborhood-specific support. (248 words)