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WWS Maximum Rent Utrecht: What is the Allowed Rent Price?

WWS Maximum Rent Utrecht: discover the exact limits for social rent, rent increase rules and steps for excessive rent via the Rent Committee or District Court Midden-Nederland.

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WWS Maximum Rent in Utrecht: What is the Allowed Rent Price?

In Utrecht, a strict WWS maximum rent applies to social rental properties. Discover the current limits, your rights and how you can check too low or too high rent via the District Court Midden-Nederland or the Legal Counter Utrecht.

WWS Maximum Rent Specific to Utrecht

In the municipality of Utrecht, the WWS maximum rent is determined annually in accordance with the Housing Allocation Act (WWV) and the local Rent Prices for Housing Decree. This applies to all social rental properties up to €879.66 (2024 liberalisation threshold). The municipality of Utrecht uses a points system based on surface area, energy index and facilities.

For Utrecht housing association properties such as those of Vestia Utrecht or Portaal, the maximum per m² is around €7.55 (2024). In neighbourhoods such as Kanaleneiland or Overvecht, this may be higher due to quality improvements.

Legal Basis for Utrecht

The Housing Act forms the basis:

  • Article 19 Housing Act – Regulates rent price capping for the regulated sector.
  • Article 20 Housing Act – Determines the points calculation for maximum rent.
  • Rent Prices for Housing Decree Utrecht 2024 – Specific local decree, consult municipality of Utrecht.
  • Affordability Standards – Income linked to rent level (up to 85% median income).

In disputes, the Rent Committee handles assessments. For legal proceedings: District Court Midden-Nederland, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1, Utrecht.

Which Utrecht Properties Fall Under It?

Yes under WWS maximum rent:

  • Housing association properties in Lombok, Wittevrouwen or Tuindorp.
  • Private rentals under €879.66 with a regulated contract.
  • Youth housing and urgent housing.

No under WWS:

  • Free sector above €1,100/month (outer ring Utrecht).
  • Student rooms <2 years or luxury penthouses Merwede.
  • Business rentals Kanaleneiland.

How Does Utrecht Calculate the Maximum Rent?

Use the Rent Price Check Utrecht on Huurcommissie.nl. Factors:

  1. Living Area – Max. €7.55/m² (Utrecht 2024).
  2. Neighbourhood Factor – High in West (+10%), low in P+R Westraven.
  3. Energy Label – A+++ lower maximum than G label.
  4. Lift/Bathroom – Extra points for facilities.

Example: 70m² apartment Overvecht with lift: max. €528/month.

Rent Increase in Utrecht: What is Allowed?

Landlords may charge inflation +1% annually (2024: 5.4% max). Above WWS maximum? Straight to Rent Committee. For excessive rent: within 4 months after contract start rent price procedure.

What to Do in Case of Excessive Rent in Utrecht?

  1. Check rent price via Rent Committee tool.
  2. Contact Legal Counter Utrecht: Catharijnesingel 55, free advice.
  3. Start assessment at Rent Committee (€25).
  4. In case of ruling: District Court Midden-Nederland, Vrouwe Justitiaplein 1.

Tip: Keep all rent letters. In Utrecht, 78% of tenants won rent reductions in 2023 via Rent Committee.