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The Letter to Vacate Rental Property is a crucial document in Dutch residential and commercial tenancy relationships, required by law to formally terminate a lease agreement. This document is used when a tenant decides to end their tenancy, whether at the natural conclusion of their lease term or through early termination where permitted. Under Dutch law, specific notice periods must be observed (typically one month for residential properties), and the letter must include certain mandatory information to be legally valid. The document serves multiple purposes: it provides formal notice to the landlord, initiates the property handover process, and creates a paper trail for both parties' protection. When drafting a Letter to Vacate Rental Property, consideration must be given to the requirements of the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), particularly Book 7, which governs rental agreements. The letter should be clear, comprehensive, and compliant with local housing regulations and the original lease terms.

1. Tenant Details: Full name and contact information of all tenants on the lease

2. Property Address: Complete address of the rental property, including any specific unit numbers

3. Date: Current date and the date when the notice is being served

4. Landlord/Property Manager Details: Full name and contact information of the landlord or property management company

5. Notice of Vacation: Clear statement of intention to terminate the tenancy

6. Proposed Move-out Date: Specific date when the property will be vacated, ensuring compliance with notice period requirements

7. Current Lease Reference: Reference to the existing lease agreement including its start date

8. Request for Final Inspection: Request to arrange final property inspection

9. Forward Address: New address for future correspondence and return of security deposit

10. Signature Block: Space for tenant signature(s) and date