New rent increase rules start July 1. If your landlord's increase exceeds the cap, use the official template to object before July 1.
What you need to know
New rent increase limits are coming into effect in the Netherlands. If you have recently received a rent increase notice from your landlord, pay attention to these changes.
π° Rent Increase Limits
β° Effective from 01/07/2026
π Netherlands Nationwide
This policy aims to protect tenants from excessive rent hikes, especially in the social and mid-range rental sectors.
- β Social Housing (Sociale huur): The maximum rent increase is 4.1%, or β¬25 if your monthly rent is below β¬350.
- β Mid-Range Housing (Middenhuur): The maximum increase is 6.1%.
- β Free Sector (Vrije sector): The maximum increase is 4.4%.
If your landlord's proposed increase exceeds these limits, you can use the official Huurcommissie template 'Bezwaarschrift huurverhoging 2026' to formally object in writing. This must be submitted before 01/07/2026. If the landlord still refuses, you can request a ruling from the Huurcommissie. The template is available on huurcommissie.nl.
Dates, availability and external conditions can change. Confirm the latest information with the official source.
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New rent increase rules start July 1. If your landlord's increase exceeds the cap, use the official template to object before July 1.
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