Halderberge cracks down on illegal room-by-room rentals with new inspections
Residents in Halderberge face stricter enforcement against illegal room-by-room rentals, which violate housing laws and the Good Landlordship Act. Recent inspections uncovered violations, prompting warnings for property owners and potential fines if issues persist.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Locations Inspected | Oud Gastel, Bosschenhoofd, Oudenbosch (Halderberge municipality) |
| Total Inspections (2026) | 108 regular homes, 189 vacation homes |
| Recent Inspection Findings | 6 locations visited; 3 violations found (12 people in illegal rentals) |
| Violations Identified | Room-by-room rental, Good Landlordship Act breaches, unsafe occupancy |
| Next Steps | Owners warned; penalty payments possible if violations continue |
| Reporting Channels | Email: taskforce@halderberge.nl, Report Crime Anonymously |
The Municipality of Halderberge enforces housing regulations through its Taskforce for Room-by-Room Rental, ensuring compliance with local laws and the Good Landlordship Act. This initiative aims to protect residents from illegal rental practices and unsafe living conditions.
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Inspections Taskforce Room-by-Room Rental
Last week, employees of Supervision & Enforcement and Safety in Oud Gastel, Bosschenhoofd, and Oudenbosch carried out inspections on behalf of the Taskforce for Room-by-Room Rental.
Mayor Anne Mulder: “In Halderberge, room-by-room rental is not permitted. A dwelling may not be used by more than one household. To check and enforce this, the municipality has established the Taskforce for Room-by-Room Rental. During this inspection, six locations were visited. At three locations, a total of 12 people were found. There were violations of room-by-room rental regulations, and the situation was in conflict with the Good Landlordship Act. This immediately highlights the importance of the Taskforce. The municipality will write to the owners of these properties. This can ultimately, if the violation is not resolved, result in a penalty payment order.”
Inspections and Results
So far, the Taskforce has inspected a total of about 108 regular homes and 189 vacation homes. Sometimes, properties are visited multiple times. The aim is to carry out inspections in all nuclei. During the inspections, other violations, such as illegal construction, and signals of labor exploitation also come to light. Property owners are also addressed about these issues. Signals of labor exploitation are passed on to the Dutch Labor Inspectorate. If occupancy is found to be unsafe during an inspection, measures are taken.
Report
If residents suspect room-by-room rental in their street or neighborhood or if they experience nuisance that may be related to room-by-room rental, they can report this by email via taskforce@halderberge.nl
Via Reporting Point Good Landlordship Act, residents can make reports about unwanted rental behavior or abuses by landlords. Reporting can also be done anonymously via Report Crime Anonymously