Income-dependent rent increase: rules and explanation in Leiden
An **income-dependent rent increase** adjusts the rent to your income, with protection for lower incomes in Leiden and surroundings. Established since 2015 in the Rent Increase Decree. Discover how it works at the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location.
What does income-dependent rent increase entail?
Landlords in Leiden may only increase the rent if your joint household income has risen. This applies to private sector and subsidized rental properties, but not to social housing via housing associations or temporary contracts such as student rooms.
The increase follows the Rent Income Index from the CBS, but may not exceed your personal income growth.
Legal basis in Leiden
The rules are set out in:
- Article 7:209a DCC: Limit on private sector increases.
- Rent Increase Decree 2023: Exact formulas.
- Rent Income Index (CBS): Maximum limit.
Note in Leiden: No application to social housing or long-term contracts (>10 years). In case of disputes: District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location or Legal Aid Office Leiden, Stationsweg 46.
Calculation of rent increase
Three factors determine the maximum:
- Rent Income Index: For example, 3.5% in 2024 (check CBS).
- Your income increase: Higher growth = higher limit.
- Statutory cap: Max 100% of index, or your increase.
Example Leiden:
| Situation | Current rent | Index | Your increase | Max increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income +2% | €1,200 | 3.5% | 2% | €24 (2%) |
| Income +5% | €1,200 | 3.5% | 5% | €60 (5%) |
| Income unchanged | €1,200 | 3.5% | 0% | None |
For help in Leiden: Contact District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location or Legal Aid Office Leiden, Stationsweg 46.