The Assured Tenancy Agreement (Huurovereenkomst voor woonruimte) is the standard form of residential lease agreement used in the Netherlands for private residential tenancies. This document is essential when letting residential property in the Netherlands and must comply with Dutch housing law, particularly Book 7 of the Dutch Civil Code. It provides strong tenant protections while establishing clear rights and obligations for both parties. The agreement covers crucial aspects such as rent payments, maintenance responsibilities, and termination procedures, and typically includes various schedules and appendices detailing property condition, inventories, and specific rules. Used by private landlords, housing associations, and property management companies, this agreement type ensures compliance with Dutch rental market regulations, including rent control measures and maintenance standards.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the landlord and tenant, including full legal names, addresses, and registration numbers if applicable

2. Background: Brief context of the agreement and confirmation that the property will be used as primary residence

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. Property Details: Full description of the rental property, including address and any included fixtures, fittings, and furniture

5. Term and Commencement: Duration of the tenancy and start date, including any initial fixed period

6. Rent and Payments: Rental amount, payment schedule, method of payment, and rent review provisions

7. Deposit: Amount of security deposit, payment terms, and conditions for return

8. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for utility connections, payments, and service charges

9. Landlord Obligations: Landlord's responsibilities including maintenance, repairs, and insurance obligations

10. Tenant Obligations: Tenant's responsibilities including proper use of property, maintenance, and behavior requirements

11. Maintenance and Repairs: Detailed provisions about maintenance responsibilities and repair procedures

12. Use of Property: Permitted use of the property and any restrictions

13. Insurance: Insurance requirements for both parties

14. Access and Inspections: Conditions under which the landlord may enter the property

15. Termination: Conditions and procedures for ending the tenancy

16. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

17. Governing Law: Confirmation that Dutch law governs the agreement

18. Signatures: Execution section for all parties to sign and date