Renters in the Netherlands will face significant increases in housing costs next year, with middle rents allowed to rise by nearly 8%. New regulations tied to wage developments will affect both the private and social rental markets. The Woonbond, a tenants’ rights organization, has expressed concerns over a potential ‘rent explosion’ and demands that rent increases align with inflation, while the government remains firm on higher percentage hikes for corporations. The Woonbond has not agreed to the proposed terms.