Permit to use property as a residence

You need an environmental permit if you want to use a building as a residence. You can apply for the permit via the Environmental Permit Desk.

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Approach

How to apply for an environmental permit:

  • Go to the Environment Desk.
  • Perform the permit check. You can then apply for the permit immediately.
  • Log in:
    • for yourself: with DigiD
    • for a company: with eHerkenning
  • You provide:
    • the building's details
    • how you intend to use the property

Costs

For the costs of parts of the environmental permit, see the fees regulation.

Description

You may not simply use a building that is not a residence as a residence. For example, an office building or shop. You first need an environmental permit for this.

Requirements

The most important Requirements :

  • The building meets the minimum requirements applicable to residential properties. These requirements are set out in the Building Decree.
  • Depending on the location, the municipality may impose specific requirements.

Term

The municipality will make a decision within eight weeks of receiving your application. The municipality may extend this period once.

Objections and appeals

You can object to the decision on your application. Do this within 6 weeks. If you disagree with the decision on the objection, you can lodge an appeal with the court.

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