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23 April 2026

Changes to The Hague Housing Regulation: apartment splitting and lodger rental

The Municipality of The Hague has adjusted its regulations with a view to creating more housing without new construction, while preserving liveability.

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20 August 2025

On second thought

The statutory reflection period when purchasing a property

6 August 2025

Amendment of contracts

In contract law, the principle of pacta sunt servanda applies. This Latin phrase means that agreements must generally be fulfilled. Although this rule is not explicitly stated in the law, it forms the basis for the legal obligations arising from contracts.

28 July 2025

The sound of silence: Noise nuisance as a hidden defect

Many people experience noise nuisance. This can range from neighbours partying late into the night to constant traffic or construction noise.

22 July 2025

Statutory cooling-off period when purchasing a home

Purchasing a home is, for many people, one of the most significant financial decisions they will ever make. It involves many considerations, and not everyone has the time or opportunity to fully inform themselves about the intended purchase.

8 July 2025

Maintenance of rental property: tenant or landlord responsible?

In principle, the landlord is responsible for the maintenance of a rental property. However, there is an exception to this rule. A distinction can be made between major and minor maintenance.

1 July 2025

Have you ever seen the rain?

Non-conformity, hidden defects and leaks

18 June 2025

Transfer of Risk in the Sale or Purchase of a Property

The sale or purchase of a property is a complex process involving legal elements.

21 May 2025

Fair sale of land by local authorities: Didam II clarifies the rules

In November 2024, the Dutch Supreme Court (Hoge Raad) provided further clarity on the sale of scarce land by public authorities. What does this mean for municipalities and market parties?

23 April 2025

Neighbour, what are you doing?

A property owner or occupier may, in certain circumstances, be required to temporarily allow another person to use their home or land if this is necessary for work to be carried out on the other party’s property.