Deposit Refund Conditions Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, getting your deposit back requires strict compliance with legal conditions, adapted to the local rental market. According to the Civil Code (Book 7), the landlord must repay the deposit within a reasonable period, usually 4-6 weeks, after the end of the tenancy agreement, provided there is no outstanding rent or damage. Important conditions in the capital are: a joint inspection of the property by the tenant and landlord, written recording of the initial and final condition via the standard delivery-up statement of the Municipality of Amsterdam, and settlement of any cleaning or repair costs. In case of dispute over damage, such as common in canal houses, the landlord must provide proof, otherwise the right to withholding lapses. Tenants in Amsterdam can enlist the Huurteam Amsterdam or the Huurcommissie for free advice and dispute resolution. Practical tip: use the digital delivery-up app of the municipality and photograph everything. Delay in refund leads to statutory interest from the 30th day. For owner-occupied properties in Amsterdam, a similar regulation applies under Civil Code Book 3, with extra attention to dissolving conditions at notaries in the region.