Mooring Permit

A mooring permit (ligplaatsvergunning) for a houseboat (woonboot or woonark) grants the indefinite right to occupy a mooring with your houseboat in municipal waters. The permit is only available for existing and registered moorings.

To obtain a mooring permit, you must purchase an existing houseboat with a valid mooring permit. You can then submit a request to have the permit transferred to your name. The municipality assesses whether all conditions are met and may impose additional requirements on the houseboat and mooring.

Requirements

  • Existing mooring: A mooring permit is only granted for existing and registered moorings.
  • Valid houseboat: You must purchase an existing houseboat with a valid mooring permit.
  • Safety requirements: The houseboat must meet technical and safety requirements set by the municipality.
  • Environmental and nuisance requirements: Use of the mooring must not cause unacceptable nuisance or environmental risks.

Procedure

  • Purchase houseboat: Purchase an existing houseboat with a valid mooring permit.
  • Submit application: Submit a request online or in writing to the municipality to have the mooring permit transferred to your name.
  • Assessment: The municipality assesses whether you meet all conditions and whether the houseboat is suitable for the mooring.
  • Decision: Upon approval, you receive a mooring permit for an indefinite period.