Beleidsregel voor woningsplitsing gemeente Westerveld – Residential Splitting Policy for Built-up Areas
The Beleidsregel voor woningsplitsing binnen de bebouwde kom- gemeente Westerveld is a formal policy framework established by the College of Mayor and Aldermen of the Municipality of Westerveld, Netherlands. Effective from 26 July 2024, this regulation provides the specific criteria and legal basis for assessing applications for an environmental permit (omgevingsvergunning) regarding the architectural or functional division of a single dwelling into multiple independent living units. It operates under the authority of articles 4:81, 4:83, and 1:3 of the Algemene wet bestuursrecht (General Administrative Law Act).
The policy applies exclusively to residential splitting within the built-up area, which is defined as the existing urban area designated in the current provincial ordinance. It governs various regulatory domains, including spatial planning, urban quality, and housing supply. The document defines key terminology such as Hoofdgebouw (main building), Zelfstandige woonruimte (independent living space), and Gebruiksoppervlakte (usable area per NEN 2580). It specifically excludes certain building types, such as company housing and holiday homes, from the splitting process to ensure the quantitative and qualitative housing needs of the municipality are met in alignment with the local Woonvisie (Housing Vision).
The document is structured into sections covering definitions, the scope of application, and the specific assessment conditions that must be satisfied for a permit to be granted. It details technical requirements for usable floor area, parking provisions, and the necessity of a site layout plan.
Scope and Applicability
The regulation is applicable to all permit applications intended to enable residential splitting within the built-up area of Westerveld. The document specifies the following geographical and structural boundaries:
- Bebouwde kom: Includes all plots situated within the existing urban area as defined by the provincial ordinance.
- Building Type: Splitting is restricted to existing, fully detached houses (vrijstaande woningen).
- Exclusions: The policy does not apply to bedrijfswoningen (company houses) or recreatiewoningen (holiday homes).
Assessment Conditions for Residential Splitting
Under Article 3, the municipal executive assesses permit applications based on several spatial and technical conditions to ensure a high-quality living environment:
- Main Building Requirement: The house to be split must be the hoofdgebouw (main building) or a main building that can still be expanded under current rules.
- Independence: Each resulting unit after the split must constitute a zelfstandige woonruimte with its own entrance and essential facilities.
- Minimum Surface Area: Each individual unit must have a minimum gebruiksoppervlakte (usable area) of 60 m².
- Parking: Sufficient parking must be provided on the property's own grounds according to the norms set in the GVVP (Municipal Traffic and Transport Plan).
Spatial and Environmental Quality
The policy requires that residential splitting does not negatively impact the surrounding environment or the character of the area. Applicants must demonstrate compliance through several qualitative measures:
- Erfinrichtingsplan: A site layout plan is required to show the location of the entrance, outbuildings, and parking spaces, ensuring the layout is maintained after completion.
- Architectural Quality: The split must not cause disproportionate damage to the spatial, urban, or cultural-historical quality of the area.
- Neighboring Interests: The development must not lead to environmental constraints for surrounding lands or disproportionately affect the use of adjacent properties.
- Woonvisie: The addition of extra dwellings must align with the municipal housing strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum size for a new dwelling after a split in Westerveld?
Each individual dwelling resulting from a split must have a minimum usable area (gebruiksoppervlakte) of 60 m² as defined by NEN 2580 standards.
Can a semi-detached or terraced house be split under this policy?
No, Article 3, paragraph 1 specifies that only existing, fully detached houses (geheel vrijstaande woningen) are eligible for splitting.
Are holiday homes or company houses eligible for residential splitting?
No, the policy explicitly excludes recreatiewoningen (holiday homes) and bedrijfswoningen (company houses) from being split into multiple units.
Is on-street parking allowed for the new residential units?
The policy requires sufficient parking to be provided on the property's own grounds (op eigen terrein) according to the municipal GVVP norms.
What documentation is needed to show the new yard layout?
An erfinrichtingsplan (site layout plan) must be submitted, clearly indicating the driveway, outbuildings, and parking spaces.
Does the split unit need its own entrance?
Yes, each new unit must be a zelfstandige woonruimte, which is defined as having its own entrance and being independent of facilities outside the unit.
