Rules for Temporary Housing Contracts in Tilburg

Temporary rental contracts for social housing in Tilburg have a maximum duration of 2 years, in accordance with the Vacancy Act (Leegstandwet) or the Housing Ordinance of the Municipality of Tilburg. They do not require a housing permit if the rent is below €879.90 (2024 threshold), but do require a municipal permit for temporariness via the Municipality of Tilburg. These contracts are used for renovation, demolition, or vacancy in districts such as Oud-Zuid or Het Zand. Tenants in Tilburg do not acquire permanent tenancy rights but are protected against eviction without a judicial procedure at the subdistrict court in Breda. Renewal is limited; after 2 years, the contract must be converted into a permanent one or terminated. Housing corporations such as WonenBreburg and Zayaz must report temporary contracts to the Municipality of Tilburg. Advantages for landlords include greater flexibility given the high housing demand in Tilburg. For tenants, the benefit is quick access to affordable housing. Disputes can be reviewed by the subdistrict court or the Rent Tribunal (Huurcommissie). During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tilburg relaxed the rules for temporary housing for asylum seekers and residence permit holders. Verify your contract for the 'temporary' clause and duration. In cases of misuse in Tilburg, you can file a complaint with the Rent Tribunal or the Legal Counter (Juridisch Loket) Tilburg. Due to the extreme housing shortage in Tilburg, the use of temporary contracts increased by 25% in 2023, particularly in new construction projects around the Spoorzone.