Temporary Rental Permit for Buildings

A temporary rental permit (tijdelijke verhuurvergunning) is a municipal permit that enables owners of vacant residential space to rent it out temporarily without the tenant receiving all rights arising from rental protection provisions. This permit is regulated in the Vacancy Act (Leegstandwet) and is intended to prevent vacancy.

With a temporary rental permit, you may rent out a dwelling or other residential space for a limited period. After the rental period expires, the landlord has more options to reclaim the property than with a regular rental agreement. The permit is issued by the municipality and is especially relevant for owners who have plans for the property but cannot yet implement them immediately.

Requirements

  • Vacancy: The residential space must be (imminently) vacant
  • Ownership: You must be the owner of the residential space
  • Future destination: There must be concrete plans for future use (e.g., renovation, demolition, sale)
  • Temporariness: The rental must be demonstrably temporary
  • Legal basis: Article 15 Vacancy Act (Leegstandwet)

Procedure

  • Submit application: Submit an application to the municipality with explanation of the vacancy and future plans
  • Assessment: The municipality assesses whether the rental is temporary and whether there is vacancy
  • Permit: Upon approval, a temporary rental permit is issued, often with a maximum duration
  • Rental agreement: You can conclude a temporary rental agreement with reference to the permit
  • Termination: After the permitted period expires, the rental ends automatically or with a simpler termination procedure

Restrictions

  • Limited duration: The permit is issued for a limited period, depending on future plans
  • No full rental protection: The tenant does not have all rights under rental law, particularly upon termination of the rental
  • Concrete plans required: You must demonstrate that there are actually concrete plans for the property after the rental period