Landlord's Repair Obligation versus Tenant in Amsterdam

Art. 7:213 DCC places minor repairs (approx. €8.07/day, 2024) on the tenant, major ones on the landlord in Amsterdam rental properties. Minor: lamps, sockets; major: roof leaks, central heating boiler or window frames in canal houses. Tenant must report defects timely in writing via email or app, otherwise risks liability. Landlord must repair within a reasonable term, otherwise tenant may do so themselves and recover costs (art. 7:215 DCC). In case of vacancy in Amsterdam: landlord full maintenance, including asbestos checks in old Jordaan properties. Disputes: Huurcommissie Amsterdam assesses urgency, often with Woonspace inspection. Example: worn faucet in a courtyard is minor repair. Checklist: make protocol of report with photos and share with housing association such as Ymere or De Key. Good Landlordship Act requires prompt response (max. 14 days), crucial in tight Amsterdam market. Tenants: no 'DIY' for complex tasks like electricity in monuments without permission. Service costs subscription separates responsibilities, popular with private landlords in De Pijp. In VvE in Oud-Zuid: joint costs for elevator or roof garden. Sanction: rent reduction up to 100% for prolonged defect, such as mold from canal moisture. Evidence: email trail or WhatsApp conversations. This encourages maintenance and prevents neglect in busy urban districts. Consult inspection report at start of tenancy via Municipality of Amsterdam. This keeps the property habitable and relationships good in the capital. (218 words)