Content: When terminating a rental agreement by mutual consent in Leiden, a correct letter is crucial, particularly given the strict requirements of local Tenants' Associations (Huurteams) and the municipality. Below are tailored sample letters for Leiden tenants and landlords.
For Tenant to Landlord:
'Dear Sir/Madam,
I propose to terminate the rental agreement for my property at [Leiden street, e.g., Nieuwe Rijn] as of [date] by mutual consent. I will vacate the property in a clean condition in accordance with the Leiden handover state, record the meter readings (water, gas, electricity), and report them to the Municipal Energy Company. Please confirm your agreement within 7 days.'
For Landlord to Tenant:
'Dear Tenant,
I agree to the termination as of [date]. Handover will be conducted in accordance with the standard Leiden inspection report of the municipality. The deposit, minus any service costs and outstanding Owners' Association (VvE) contributions for Leiden complexes, will be refunded within 14 days after the property is vacated.'
Both letters must be signed, duplicated, and include the end date, detailed handover conditions (such as the state of Leiden canal houses), and contact details. Send via registered mail or email with read receipt for legal proof, in line with Leiden rental practices. Adjust for local circumstances, such as relocation cost compensation through the Leiden Housing Fund or asbestos inspections in older properties.
These templates comply with Article 7:271 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW) and help prevent disputes at the Leiden subdistrict court. Use as a basis, but consult the Legal Counter Leiden (Juridisch Loket) or a notary for complex situations.
Example 3: Joint Declaration:
'We, [names], declare that the rental agreement for [address in Leiden] will be terminated by mutual consent as of [date], with no outstanding claims, including local levies.'
This approach ensures legal certainty in the Leiden rental market. (278 words)