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Ground for Termination: Urgent Own Use Amsterdam

In **Amsterdam**, a landlord may terminate the tenancy for **urgent own use** if they wish to live there themselves. Learn the requirements, your rights, and steps at the Rechtbank Amsterdam.

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Ground for Termination: Urgent Own Use in Amsterdam

**Urgent own use** allows a landlord in Amsterdam to terminate a rental property for their own occupation. This statutory ground protects landlords with acute needs, but with strict requirements. Tenants can litigate at the Rechtbank Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220. This article discusses its operation, rights, obligations, and actions upon termination.

What does urgent own use mean for Amsterdam?

Urgent own use is a ground for termination under the **Housing Act 2024** for indefinite-term tenancy agreements. In Amsterdam's tight housing market, this applies to landlords who urgently need the property themselves, such as:

  • Divorcing landlord with children who must stay in an Amsterdam school district.
  • Elderly landlord seeking a care-adapted home in Amsterdam due to mobility issues.
  • Landlord with temporary housing emergency during relocation within the city.

'Urgent' requires no reasonable alternative in Amsterdam or the region, plus proof of genuine intention to occupy. The Rechtbank Amsterdam scrutinizes this strictly.

Statutory basis

Based on Article 7:293 of the Dutch Civil Code: termination possible if the landlord will occupy it themselves, finds no alternative, and has an urgent interest. In Amsterdam, termination must be in writing with supporting documents, followed by proceedings at Rechtbank Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220.

When may termination occur in Amsterdam?

The landlord must meet three conditions:

1. Demonstrate reasonable need

Genuine necessity, e.g., divorce with ties to Amsterdam, health issues, or temporary bridging.

2. No alternative in the region

Proof of search for a suitable Amsterdam property (wheelchair-accessible, neighborhood-bound, affordable). The court checks the efforts.

3. Urgent nature

Acute situation without delay, with concrete evidence. In case of non-compliance: defense via Juridisch Loket Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 77 for free advice.

Your rights as a tenant in Amsterdam

You do not have to agree. Within 2 months, summons at Rechtbank Amsterdam. Defense if no urgency or speculation (e.g., quick resale). Tenant protection is strong in Amsterdam.

Procedure at Rechtbank Amsterdam

Landlord files summons at Rechtbank Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220. You respond with defense. Judgment within months. Assistance: Juridisch Loket Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 77 or tenancy law attorney.

Tips for Amsterdam tenants

  • Check termination letter for evidence.
  • Seek help immediately at Juridisch Loket.
  • Document your own situation (income, health).
  • Consider Huurcommissie or Woonbond Amsterdam.