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My WOZ value is set too high — what now?

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Object within 6 weeks of date stamp. Substantiate with neighbouring sale prices + defect photos. Free, success rate 40-60%.

Reviewed by FFCheck-redactie · Last reviewed 2026-05-28

WOZ decisions are sent by municipalities in Feb/March, with a date stamp that starts the 6-week deadline. Plan:

  1. check date stampit starts the deadline, NOT receipt
  2. gather substantiationsale prices of comparable nearby properties (kadaster.nl, woz-waardeloket.nl, funda historical sales) + photos of defects (deferred maintenance, unfavourable location, noise)
  3. file objection with the municipality with reasoning
  4. municipality has 12 weeks (extendable to 18) to decide
  5. on partial/full rejectionappeal to district court within 6 weeks. Avoid "no cure no pay" firms taking 30-50% of your refund — own objection costs an hour and is free. Average post-success reduction: €15,000-€40,000 on WOZ = €100-300 less OZB + lower income tax.

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What is the WOZ valueThe WOZ value drives your OZB, eigenwoningforfait and waterschap tax. Set too high? Object within 6 weeks — free, often successful.WOZ objection letter Formal objection with comparable-property substantiation + hearing request. Wet WOZ + Awb. Send-ready PDF for €19.What is an objection letterA bezwaarschrift is your formal objection against a tax assessment. 6-week window, free, right to hearing. We explain procedure and odds.

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Updated: 2026-05-28

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