Mold or damp in my rental — who do I report to?
Damp, mold or leakage in rental: landlord must repair. (1) Write a letter demanding repair within 6 weeks (photos attached). (2) No response: city Building Supervision 14 020 can force landlord to repair. (3) Severe defects: Huurcommissie 088 1600 300 can temporarily reduce rent (20-60% depending severity). (4) Health complaints: inform GGD, see GP. (5) Don't withhold rent: keep paying, Huurcommissie handles reduction. Landlord liable for healthy + safe home.
Step by step
- 1Document the damagePhotos of mold spots, measure damp with hygrometer (~€15). Note date + location.
- 2Write to landlordRegistered letter, demand repair within 6 weeks, photos attached. Template at juridischloket.nl.
- 3Wait 6 weeksNo response? Send reminder with deadline. Attach photos of worsened condition.
- 4Report to cityBuilding Supervision for inspection. Amsterdam: meldingen.amsterdam.nl or 14 020.
- 5Huurcommissie for rent reductionRequest temporary rent reduction until landlord repairs. Procedure 4-6 months, binding.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I repair myself?
No, mold + damp from structural defects = landlord maintenance. Own ventilation error is exception — needs proof.
Can I withhold rent?
Not without process — possible eviction ground. Request official Huurcommissie reduction, then you're protected.
Harmful for child's health?
Yes, children highly sensitive. GP + GGD advice, written statement strengthens case for relocation/social housing urgency.
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