Points assessment when splitting a home

What changes

Each unit is valued separately. Shared spaces, such as a common stairwell, do not count as a room of one home. A unit without its own kitchen or toilet is non-self-contained housing and the room-rental points system applies.

Each self-contained unit needs its own energy label for the energy points. Without a valid label, the assessment falls back on the construction year.

Worked example (fictitious)

A fictitious building with 110 m² of rooms is split into two flats of 52 m² room area each; 6 m² becomes a shared hall. Area: 110 points before splitting; 52 + 52 = 104 points after.

Each flat also needs its own kitchen and bathroom, and WOZ and label are set per unit. The total rent may rise or fall depending on the investment and the segment thresholds per unit.

What this means for you

Make an indicative assessment per unit before splitting and check with your municipality which permit is needed. Many municipalities have their own rules for splitting and room rental.

Frequently asked questions

Does each unit get its own assessment?

Yes, with its own area, facilities, label and WOZ value.

When is a unit self-contained?

When it has its own entrance, kitchen and toilet.

Do I need a permit?

Usually yes; rules vary per municipality.