Exceptions to the WWS Maximum in Tilburg: When Is It Allowed?

Not every rent increase above the WWS maximum is prohibited in Tilburg. Landlords may deviate for quality improvements, such as renovations in characteristic neighbourhoods like the Haven or energy-efficient measures in new-build projects around the station. Article 7:944 BW permits 'improvement increases', provided they are timely reported to the Huurcommissie and approved by the municipality or housing associations such as Wooninc. In Tilburg, additional nuances apply for indexation of service charges, such as maintenance of green spaces in the Westermarkt, or inflation adjustments linked to the local rent index. For private sector dwellings above the liberalisation threshold (€808.06 in 2024) in popular areas like the Koostraat, the maximum applies strictly, but temporary rentals via platforms or new-builds in the Piushaven have more lenient rules via the municipality. Check your tenancy agreement for clauses on Tilburg-specific improvements, such as insulation projects, and request invoices from local landlords. Is the increase unmotivated? Challenge it at the Huurcommissie in Tilburg or via the Juridisch Loket in the Spoorzone. The RVO publishes annual exception rules, but the municipality of Tilburg adds local agreements for housing associations. In social housing in neighbourhoods like Het Zand, an 'agreement percentage' of around 3-5% often applies for 2024. Unaware of any improvements, such as the recent energy transition in Oud-Noord? Then the increase is unlawful. Consult the Huurcommissie Tilburg for quick assessment and avoid lengthy disputes via the district court. This way, you smartly navigate the legal grey areas in the Tilburg rental market.