Parliament pushes for breakthrough in stalled housing projects in Kaag en Braassem
Residents of Oud Ade and Rijpwetering may soon see new homes built as Parliament votes on a motion urging the government to resolve provincial barriers blocking two key housing projects. The vote could unlock 80 new homes, including affordable and social housing options.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Oud Ade and Rijpwetering, Kaag en Braassem, Zuid-Holland |
| Housing Projects | Straathof plan (30 homes), Zuidrand plan (50 homes) |
| Housing Breakdown | Straathof: 21 owner-occupied, 9 social rental |
| Zuidrand: 30% social rent, 40% affordable homeownership, 30% open market | |
| Provincial Barriers | Province appealed against Straathof zoning plan; objections to Zuidrand |
| Motion Sponsors | Jeremy Mooiman (MP), co-signed by Clemminck, Claassen, Grinwis |
| Vote Date | Tuesday, March 31, 2026 |
| Municipal Support | Municipality supports both plans; zoning plan adopted Feb 3, 2025 |
The Dutch Parliament plays a crucial role in addressing local housing challenges by proposing and voting on motions that urge government action. In this case, it seeks to mediate between municipalities and provincial authorities to overcome policy barriers hindering housing development.
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Dutch Parliament to vote on Tuesday on motion for housing construction in Kaag en Braassem
On Wednesday, March 26, a motion was introduced during the two-minute debate calling on the government to enter into talks with the Province of South Holland to enable housing construction in Oud Ade and Rijpwetering. The vote on this motion will take place next Tuesday.
The motion concerns the Straathof plan in Rijpwetering and the Zuidrand plan in Oud Ade. The municipality supports these plans but often encounters provincial policy barriers. Earlier this month, Member of Parliament Jeremy Mooiman visited the municipality to inspect various housing construction sites and discuss the matter with alderwoman Yvonne Peters-Adrian.
Straathof plan and Zuidrand plan
The Straathof plan involves 30 homes, including 21 owner-occupied homes and 9 social rental homes, located at the Straathof site to the east of Blijversweg and (partially) north of Buitenweg in Rijpwetering. The zoning plan for the Straathof plan was adopted during the council meeting on February 3, 2025. The plan is not yet final, as the province has appealed against the zoning plan.
The Zuidrand plan also faces objections from the province. The Zuidrand plan in Oud Ade aims to provide 50 homes. Of these, 30 percent are designated for social rent, 40 percent for affordable homeownership, and 30 percent for the open market. The plan also includes a number of lifetime homes.
Motion
In the motion, introduced by MP Mooiman and co-signed by Clemminck, Claassen, and Grinwis, the government is urged to enter into talks with the province regarding these housing construction projects to force a breakthrough. The motion also calls on the government to ensure that the province withdraws its appeal against the Straathof plan and to work together toward a solution.
The Dutch Parliament will vote on the motion on Tuesday.