Beleidsregels Woningsplitsing, verkamering en transformatie Hilversum 2023 – Residential Subdivision and Room Conversion Framework
The Beleidsregels Woningsplitsing, verkamering en transformatie Hilversum 2023 is a formal policy framework established by the Mayor and Aldermen (B en W) of the Municipality of Hilversum. Effective from March 14, 2024, these regulations function as a dynamic reference within the paraplubestemmingsplan Woningsplitsing en verkamering. The document provides the legal criteria used to assess applications for environmental permits (omgevingsvergunning) involving the subdivision of existing homes or the conversion of residential and non-residential buildings into multiple living units.
The scope of this regulation encompasses three primary residential modifications: Woningsplitsing (creating new self-contained units), Verkamering (creating non-self-contained rooms for rental), and Transformatie (converting non-residential functions like offices or retail into housing). It establishes strict thresholds for living quality, safety, and neighborhood pressure, particularly within densely populated districts such as the city center and postcode area 1221. The document is structured into sections covering policy backgrounds like the Woonvisie 2021-2030, technical definitions, and specific assessment criteria for permits.
This regulatory framework ensures that residential densification does not negatively impact the local living environment, traffic safety, or the social fabric of Hilversum's neighborhoods. It includes detailed requirements for minimum surface areas, storage facilities, energy performance, and waste management.
Woningsplitsing (Residential Subdivision)
Subdivision refers to splitting an existing residential building into two or more self-contained units. The following conditions must be met to qualify for a permit:
- Minimum Building Size: The original building or the main structure where residential use is permitted must have a minimum usable area of 80 m².
- Unit Size: Each newly created self-contained unit must have a minimum living space of 35 m², measured according to Bouwbesluit 2012.
- Energy Performance: New units must achieve at least Energielabel C.
- Storage: A lockable storage unit of at least 3 m² must be provided on the ground floor or underground for each new dwelling.
Special exceptions exist for 'living above shops' where the municipality may allow a reduction in the minimum living space to 25 m² if the applicant demonstrates that 35 m² is physically impossible within the existing structure.
Verkamering (Non-self-contained Room Rental)
Converting a dwelling into rooms for non-self-contained living is subject to a 75-meter radius check to prevent over-concentration. Key requirements include:
- Concentration Limit: No other addresses with a permit for verkamering may exist within a 75-meter radius of the building's exterior walls.
- Room Capacity: A single dwelling may be converted into a maximum of 4 non-self-contained rooms.
- Minimum Room Size: Each individual room must have a minimum private living area of 18 m².
- Storage and Waste: Storage of 1.5 m² per room is required, and a waste management plan must be approved by the GAD (Grondstoffen- en Afvalstoffen Dienst).
Exclusion Zones and Living Environment
The municipality identifies specific areas where residential subdivision and room conversion are strictly prohibited (uitgesloten) due to high building density and existing pressure on public space.
- Exclusion Maps: Areas marked in red in Bijlage 1 (splitting) and Bijlage 2 (room rental) are 'locked' zones where no new permits are granted.
- Outdoor Space: For ground-floor dwellings, at least 50% of the original back garden or a minimum of 15 m² must remain unbuilt.
- Acoustic Standards: All new units must comply with sound insulation requirements as defined in NEN 5077.
- Parking: Compliance with the Nota parkeernormen 2023 is mandatory, and new units generally forfeit the right to on-street parking permits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum size for a house to be eligible for splitting in Hilversum?
The existing building must have a minimum usable area of at least 80 m² according to the current zoning plan.
How many rooms can I create when converting a house for rental?
Under these regulations, a maximum of 4 non-self-contained rooms may be created within a single property.
What energy label is required for subdivided apartments?
All newly created residential units resulting from subdivision or conversion must have at least Energielabel C.
Is there a minimum size for individual rental rooms?
Yes, each non-self-contained room must have a private living area of at least 18 m².
Are there areas in Hilversum where house splitting is forbidden?
Yes, certain high-density areas identified in the exclusion maps (Bijlage 1 and 2), such as parts of postcode 1221 and the city center, are closed to further subdivision.
Can I get a parking permit for a newly split apartment?
Generally, new functions like split dwellings or rooms created under these rules have no right to municipal parking permits as per the Nota parkeernormen 2023.
What are the sound insulation requirements for residential subdivision?
New units must meet the noise insulation standards for internal and external structures specified in the NEN 5077 norm.
