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Eviction Order Leiden: Procedure Explained

An **eviction order** in Leiden forces a tenant to vacate the property. Learn the procedure at the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location, your rights and contact with Juridisch Loket Stationsweg 46.

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Eviction Order in Leiden: Procedure and Rights

An **eviction order** is a judicial decision by which a landlord can have a tenant removed from a property in Leiden. This follows on rent arrears, nuisance or failure to leave after termination. The procedure takes place via the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location and provides clear rights. Discover here the steps, local resources and tips for tenants in Leiden.

What does an eviction order in Leiden mean?

The eviction order is a **judicial order** from the court that obliges you to vacate the property within a deadline. Often used in cases of:

  • Rent arrears > 3 months (art. 7:277 CC).
  • Nuisance, illegal subletting or unauthorised renovations.
  • Refusal to leave after valid termination.
In Leiden, these cases are handled by the District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location under the Rent Supervision Act and Civil Code.

Statutory bases for Leiden

Key rules:

  • Art. 7:277 CC: Termination for non-payment of rent.
  • Art. 7:280-281 CC: Procedure and deadlines for eviction.
  • Art. 7:275-305 CC: General tenancy law.
  • Art. 127 CPC: Petition procedure at District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location.
For objection: General Administrative Law Act (Awb).

Step-by-step eviction procedure Leiden

The procedure builds up; here are the local steps:

  1. 1. Written lease termination

    Landlord sends formal termination with reasons (e.g. arrears art. 7:277 CC). Deadlines:

    Type of tenancyNotice period Leiden
    Private sector3 months (art. 7:281 CC)
    Social housing1 month (art. 7:275a CC)
    Not agreed? Contact Juridisch Loket Leiden, Stationsweg 46.

  2. 2. No response or departure

    In case of refusal, landlord initiates petition at District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location (cantonal division).

  3. 3. Petition and hearing at Leiden Court

    Landlord files petition. You receive summons and can submit a defence. Judge decides on the order with a deadline (often 14 days). Address: District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location, Vondellaan 200.

  4. 4. Enforcement via bailiff

    If you ignore the order? Bailiff enforces, possibly with police. Helpline: Juridisch Loket Leiden (071-5171990).

  5. 5. Objection and appeal

    Within 8 days objection or appeal to court of appeal. Free advice: Juridisch Loket Leiden, Stationsweg 46.

Your rights as a tenant in Leiden

- Right to hearing at Leiden Court.
- Deadline to settle rent arrears (sometimes prevents eviction).
- Assistance from Juridisch Loket Leiden or lawyers specialised in tenancy law.

Help in Leiden

  • District Court of The Hague, Leiden Location: Vondellaan 200, 2332 AA Leiden.
  • Juridisch Loket Leiden: Stationsweg 46, 2311 DB Leiden (071-5171990).
  • Neighbourhood teams Leiden for acute tenancy problems.

Action: Seek help immediately in case of eviction threat!

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