Not all tenants in Tilburg are subject to income-dependent rent increases. Exceptions apply to new-build properties, such as recent projects in the Reeshof or Het Zand, for the first two years. Temporary contracts shorter than two years and rent prices below the liberalisation threshold (€808.06 in 2024) in the regulated sector are also exempt. In cases of income reduction, retirement, or job loss due to local economic challenges in the textile or manufacturing industry, the increase may be moderated or fully waived.
In the event of divorce in Tilburg, only the income of the principal tenant is considered. For expats with foreign income, which is common at companies like the ASML factory in the region, the scheme does not always apply, provided you can prove this via the Tax Authorities. During the corona crisis (2020-2022), increases were temporarily prohibited, and in Tilburg the municipality provided extra support to tenants via the social counter. Landlords may not increase rent in cases of ongoing disputes at the Rent Tribunal or payment arrears.
Check your situation via the Rent Price Check on huurcommissie.nl or contact the Tilburg Housing Desk for free advice. If uncertain: hire a specialised tenancy law lawyer via subsidised legal aid at the Legal Counter in the Spoorzone. These exceptions prevent unfair increases in the Tilburg rental market and promote fairness between tenants and landlords.