Landlord's Declaration

A landlord's declaration (verhuurdersverklaring) is a temporary permit that allows owners to temporarily rent out a vacant property. This may be the case, for example, when the building is to be demolished or when the property is to be sold. Temporary rental prevents vacancy and provides flexibility for owners.

The landlord's declaration is applied for with the municipality and is temporary in nature. The declaration enables the owner to rent out the property without violating the zoning or other regulations. The conditions and duration of the declaration are determined on a case-by-case basis by the municipality.

Requirements

  • Vacancy: The property is vacant and the owner wishes to rent it out temporarily.
  • Temporary nature: The rental is temporary, for example, pending demolition or sale.
  • No conflict with zoning: The rental may not conflict with the zoning of the property or other regulations.

Procedure

  • Application: Apply for the landlord's declaration with the municipality.
  • Assessment: The municipality assesses whether the temporary rental is acceptable and sets any conditions.
  • Temporary permit: Upon approval, a temporary declaration is issued with a specified duration.