By Renewable Partners B.V. · Published and updated:
Yes. A private balcony, roof terrace or garden earns 2 points plus 0.35 points per m² in the WWS. All outdoor space together is capped at 15 points. A home with no outdoor space at all receives a 5-point deduction.
How the points are calculated
The 2-point base applies once for private outdoor space; on top of that each m² counts for 0.35 points. A Juliet balcony without a walkable floor is not outdoor space in this sense; the policy manual sets the requirements.
Worked example (fictitious)
A fictitious flat has an 8 m² balcony: 2 + 0.35 × 8 = 4.8 points. Without a balcony and without shared outdoor space it would be −5 points: a difference of 9.8 points.
A 40 m² roof terrace would give 2 + 0.35 × 40 = 16 points, but is capped at 15.
What this means for you
Adding a balcony can earn relatively many points for homes without outdoor space. Check permit requirements and owners’ association rules.
Frequently asked questions
- How many points does a balcony earn?
- 2 points plus 0.35 points per m², up to 15 points for all outdoor space.
- What if there is no outdoor space?
- −5 points apply.
- Does a Juliet balcony count?
- No, if there is no walkable outdoor space under the policy manual.
Official sources
- Huurcommissie – Policy manual on valuation of self-contained housing (July 2026, Dutch)
- Government of the Netherlands – Maximum rent for your home (Dutch)
General information, not individual legal or financial advice. Proposed legislation and subsidy conditions can change. Check the source and have your property, contract and improvement plan assessed.
An evidence-based property file
Request an on-site assessment or advice. From 5 properties, you can request a free Portfolio Scan.