What are the rules for letting a property in Utrecht?

If you wish to let a property in Utrecht, there are several rules you need to take into account. Here we discuss the most important rules:

1. Letting permit for your property in Utrecht

In Utrecht, a license or letting permit is required for letting rooms and properties to three or more persons who do not make up a durable household. To obtain a license, you must meet certain requirements, such as fire safety and requirements regarding the living space. You must also comply with the requirements of the housing regulations of the municipality of Utrecht.

2. Rental price for your rental property in Utrecht

As landlord of a property in Utrecht, you must base the rental price for a rental property in Utrecht on the maximum amount that may be charged according to the points system in case of social housing. The points system determines the maximum rental price you may charge based on various factors, such as floor space and amenities. If the property is a deregulated property, you are not required to adhere to the amount specified by the points system.

3. Fire safety in your rental property in Utrecht

As landlord of a property in Utrecht, you are responsible for the fire safety of the property. For example, the property must have smoke detectors and an escape route in place.

4. Maintenance of your rental property in Utrecht

As landlord, you are responsible for the maintenance of the property. You must ensure that the property is in good condition and that any defects are repaired in a timely manner.

5. Nuisance

As landlord, you are responsible for preventing any nuisance caused by tenants. This means that you must address tenants’ behaviour if they cause nuisance.

Our letting agents are familiar with the laws and regulations in Utrecht and are happy to discuss the options for letting your property in Utrecht with you.

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Written by:

Vincent Cools | v.cools@interhouse.nl

Vincent Cools has been a franchisee for Interhouse in Utrecht since 2015. After various studies abroad and a great career in the car industry, Vincent was given the opportunity to start his own letting agents office in Utrecht, a challenge that he has seized with both hands! Thanks to his experience, he and his team can easily relate to international customers and serve them optimally by finding a 'home away from home'. The office has experienced growth year on year and now has a large number of regular customers who are completely unburdened with regard to the letting and property management of their real estate portfolio.

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