Role of the Landlord in Nuisance and Termination of Rental Agreements in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, with its high population density and mixed rental market, the landlord has a strict duty of care regarding nuisance caused by neighbours or third parties. Under Article 7:213 of the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek, BW), the landlord must take measures to ensure your peaceful enjoyment of the property, particularly in vibrant neighbourhoods such as De Pijp or Oost. If the landlord ignores your complaints about noise disturbances from coffee shops or parties, they are in breach of their obligations, which may enable termination of the rental agreement. Start by issuing multiple formal warnings via registered letter. If no action is taken, engage the **Huurteam Amsterdam** (Amsterdam Tenants’ Support Team) for free mediation or advice, which is particularly useful for local tenants in social housing. If problems persist, escalate the matter to the **subdistrict court (kantonrechter)** in Amsterdam for termination of the agreement. The landlord may warn nuisance causers, impose a ban from the property, or terminate their contract (Article 7:268 BW), but they must demonstrate that they have made reasonable efforts. Document their negligence with unanswered emails and letters. You are not required to address the offender directly; that is the landlord’s responsibility, supported by Amsterdam’s nuisance prevention policy. In cases of serious incidents such as violence or drug-related activities in the city, report them immediately to the police via **0900-8844** for criminal prosecution. Some landlord insurance policies cover legal costs. As a tenant in Amsterdam: avoid escalation and document everything with dates and photographs. The court will assess the severity and duration of the nuisance, as well as the landlord’s efforts, taking into account urban density. Successful cases at the **Amsterdam District Court (Rechtbank Amsterdam)** often involve repeated formal notices of default. For free, local advice, contact the **Juridisch Loket Amsterdam** (Amsterdam Legal Counter) or **Huurteam Amsterdam**. This way, you can protect your rights in the capital without immediately having to move out.