CIZ Hearing in Utrecht: the Hearing and Hearing Obligation

In Utrecht, for objections against a CIZ decision on intensive care or double child benefit, the regional CIZ office usually organises a hearing, as prescribed in the General Administrative Law Act (Awb) article 7:2. In the Utrecht region, you will receive notification at least one week in advance about the date, time and location, often in the Utrecht government building on Catharijnesingel or a meeting room at UMC Utrecht. Bring medical specialists from the Wilhelmina Children's Hospital (WKZ), family members or a specialised lawyer from Utrecht to convincingly explain your situation. The independent hearing committee, consisting of experts from the Central Netherlands region, thoroughly assesses your medical file and listens attentively to your personal story. Prepare yourself by writing down key arguments on paper, anticipating questions about your child's degree of disability and consulting local guidelines from the CIZ office in Utrecht. The hearing is not binding, but forms the core of the objection decision. Minutes are carefully drawn up and you will receive a copy by post or digitally via the Utrecht CIZ portal. If you cannot attend due to traffic jams around Utrecht or other regional circumstances, request an extension in time from the office. Refusal of a hearing is only possible for compelling reasons, as confirmed by the Council of State. This step is essential for claims in Utrecht, because personal explanation often makes the difference in complex care needs.