Submitting a deposit specification request in Tilburg follows a clear procedure to compel the landlord to provide transparency, especially relevant in neighborhoods like Oud-Zuid or the Reeshof where tenants often deal with private landlords. Start with a written letter, preferably by registered mail via PostNL or email with read receipt. Mention the rental period, the rental contract number, the date of payment of the deposit and a specific demand for a detailed specification within 14 days. Use a model letter from the Huurcommissie or the Juridisch Loket in Tilburg as a template – the office on Heuvelstraat offers free consultation hours for tenants.
The landlord must respond with an overview of income, expenses and remaining amount, including receipts and invoices. If he fails to do so, the tenant can file a complaint with the Huurcommissie Midden Brabant or the district court in the Rechtbank Oost-Brabant, Tilburg section. Keep all correspondence as evidence. According to Article 7:266 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), the landlord must repay the deposit within one month after the end of the tenancy, minus justified costs. In case of dispute in Tilburg, you can recover the full deposit plus interest. Tips: photograph the property at check-in and check-out and make a joint inspection report, handy for the many student rental properties around the University of Tilburg. This prevents disputes over wear and tear versus damage. For room rentals in Tilburg student houses, the same rules apply, but pay attention to house rules in the contract. Consult the Huurdersvereniging Tilburg or Woonbond Midden Brabant for free local advice. (248 words)