Almere pilots hospice rental to tackle housing crisis with 100 extra rooms
Almere residents can now rent out spare rooms without permits, creating 100 new affordable living spaces in two years. This initiative aims to ease the housing shortage while offering homeowners extra income and reducing loneliness.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Pilot Program | Hospice rental to create 100 additional living spaces in 2 years |
| Location | Almere, Flevoland |
| Collaborator | Hospi Housing |
| Permit Requirement | Not needed if landlord occupies at least half of the property |
| Support for Landlords | Assistance with tenant matching, rental agreements, and guidance |
| Rental Conditions | Tenants in rental homes must obtain landlord/housing corporation approval |
| Maximum Rental Amount | Often applies (varies by case) |
| Registration | almere.nl/hospitaverhuur |
The municipality of Almere is responsible for local housing policies and initiatives to address the housing shortage. This pilot is part of their broader strategy to optimize existing living spaces and provide affordable housing solutions for residents.
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Almere launches pilot for hospice rental: 100 additional living spaces in 2 years
The municipality of Almere, in collaboration with Hospi Housing, is launching a pilot to encourage hospice rental. By renting out rooms in existing homes, the municipality aims to quickly create additional living space for people seeking a (temporary) place to live. The goal is to provide 100 extra living spaces within two years.
In Almere, many homes have one or more empty rooms. Through hospice rental, residents who already live in their homes can rent out up to two rooms without requiring a permit. This allows existing living space to be used more efficiently and helps more people find an affordable room.
Councillor Paul Tang (Housing): “The housing shortage calls for smart solutions. In Almere, there are many homes with empty rooms. By helping residents rent these out, we can quickly create additional living space. This benefits those looking for a place to live and can also be advantageous for residents themselves: it reduces loneliness and provides extra income.”
Support for landlords and tenants
Through Hospi Housing, residents receive support when renting out a room. The organization assists with finding a suitable tenant, drafting a rental agreement, and providing guidance during the rental period.
Daan Donkers (founder of Hospi Housing): “Renting out a room in your own home can feel daunting. That’s why we guide hospice landlords step by step. We ensure a good match and a fair rental price, so both the landlord and tenant feel comfortable and safe.”
Conditions for hospice rental
In Almere, hospice rental is permitted and does not require a permit if the landlord lives in the home and uses at least half of the property. Tenants in rental housing must obtain permission from their landlord or housing corporation. Additionally, there is often a maximum rental amount. With this pilot, the municipality aims to actively promote and simplify hospice rental for residents.
Better utilization of existing homes
The pilot for hospice rental is part of Almere’s approach to better utilize existing homes, one of the measures outlined in the municipal housing program *Trendbreuk*. In Almere, many people live in homes larger than necessary for their household size. Through hospice rental, the municipality aims to encourage the more efficient use of available space, such as renting out a room to someone in need of housing.
The municipality relies on the willingness of homeowners and is subject to national regulations over which it has no direct control. Therefore, the focus is on encouraging and facilitating initiatives.
More information
Residents interested in hospice rental can register via almere.nl/hospitaverhuur.