Required Disclosures for Landlords in the Netherlands

Dutch landlords have extensive disclosure obligations toward their tenants. These have been significantly expanded in recent years by the Good Landlordship Act and the Affordable Rent Act. Non-compliance can result in fines and municipal enforcement.

Energy Label

A valid energy label is mandatory when renting out a property:

• Must be provided to the tenant at the start of the tenancy
• Must be listed in all advertisements for the property
• Failure to provide one can result in a fine of up to €450
• Exceptions apply for room rentals and listed monuments

Future Requirements

• From 2029: properties must have at least energy label D for rental
• From 2030: properties with labels E, F, or G may no longer be rented out

WWS Point Calculation

Since January 1, 2025, landlords must provide a Housing Valuation System (WWS) point calculation with every new rental contract. This applies to:

• Social housing (up to 143 points)
• Mid-range housing (144–186 points)
• Free sector housing (187+ points)

The point calculation determines the maximum rent and gives the tenant insight into whether the rent is fair.

Written Lease Agreement

Since the Good Landlordship Act (July 1, 2023), landlords must:

• Provide a written lease agreement
• Or confirm any oral agreement in writing
• Itemize the rent into base rent, service charges, and utilities

An "all-in" rent without breakdown is not permitted.

Tenant Rights and Obligations

The landlord must inform the tenant in writing about:

• Rent composition — base rent, service charges, and what is included
• Rent increase rules — when and by how much rent can be increased
• Dispute rights — ability to contact the Rent Tribunal
• Maintenance division — which repairs are the tenant's and landlord's responsibility
• House rules — any specific rules for the property

Annual Service Charge Statement

Landlords must provide an annual detailed service charge statement:

• Specification per cost item (cleaning, garden maintenance, insurance, etc.)
• Actual costs incurred — no profit markup allowed
• Refund for overpaid advance payments

• Right of access to underlying documents

Contact Information

The landlord must provide the tenant with:

• Name and address of the landlord or property manager
• Contact details for reports — phone number and/or email
• Emergency procedure — for leaks, heating failures, etc.

Asbestos

For buildings constructed before 1994:

• The landlord is responsible for asbestos-containing materials
• An asbestos inventory by a certified company is mandatory for renovations or demolitions
• Undamaged asbestos does not need to be immediately removed
• Tenants should inform the landlord if asbestos is suspected

Smoke and CO Detectors

Since July 1, 2022, landlords must:

• Install smoke detectors on every floor
• Install CO detectors near gas appliances

Enforcement

Municipalities can take action for non-compliance:

• Issue warnings
• Impose fines
• Issue penalty orders
• Revoke rental permits (where applicable)

Best Practices for Landlords

1. Prepare a complete information package — with all required documents
2. Keep proof of delivery — have the tenant sign for receipt
3. Keep the energy label current — request a new one after renovations
4. Create clear service charge specifications — prevent disputes
5. Communicate proactively — inform tenants of regulatory changes

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