All rooms at Zuiderzeeweg are eligible (when you are 18 years or older)
The authorities calculate the amount of allowance based on the so called 'rekenhuur'.
The ‘rekenhuur’ contains the following:
The basic rent (or net rent);
Electrical costs common areas (max €12,-);
Cleaning costs common areas (max €12,-);
Caretakers costs (max €12,-).
You can apply at the Dutch Tax Authoristies (called "Belastingdienst"). Click here to read the instructions and to apply.
Once your tenancy agreement has started you can create an account on our website www.lievendekey.nl and find the break down of your rent. Add up the 4 rent components as stated above to calculate your ‘rekenhuur’. Bear in mind that elements 2, 3 and 4 have a maximum of € 12.00 per element.
Be aware that certain conditions may apply, such as:
- Duration of stay: you can only apply for housing allowance when you have a contract for longer than 9 months.
- Age: 18+, in some cases 23+
- Financial situation: Tax Authorities will require info about your income etc.
- Rent: please see the info about the rent components
- Room type: only certain room types are eligible