Sale of cut greenery, soil
The municipality is selling "snippergroen" plots. "Snippergroen" refers to small strips of public green space with no specific function that are directly adjacent to a property. Homeowners can purchase these strips of municipal land, subject to municipal approval. See "How does it work?" for the approval criteria.
The process takes 8 weeks. This time is fully required for the review and decision-making process.
How does it work?
The location is inspected based on the following criteria, among others:
- Any plans or developments;
- Any potential traffic-related consequences with regard to traffic safety and accessibility;
- Presence of Street Furniture. If present, the municipality of Voorschoten will determine whether and how it can be moved;
- Availability of fire department facilities;
- Presence of sewer systems, cables and pipes, other utility infrastructure, and civil engineering structures;
- Presence of green spaces that are part of the neighborhood structure or the main green infrastructure;
- The possible presence of soil contamination or archaeological features.
Based on the points above, a decision may be made not to sell the property.
How long does it take?
The process takes 8 weeks.
Costs
For land that is not suitable for development, the cost is €200.00 per m2
For land that is suitable for development, the cost is €300.00 per m2
The minimum land price per transaction is €600.00
The request is free of charge and non-binding until a purchase agreement is signed. After that, an administrative fee of €520.00 will be charged.
The price is listed annually in the land price notice.
The Land Price Letter is a detailed implementation of the 2017–2020 Land Policy Memorandum
You can also find the 2017–2020 Land Policy document via the link (it is still in effect in 2023).
Arrange it online right away
The municipality of Voorschoten uses DigiD. Would you like to learn more or apply for a DigiD? If so, please visit www.digid.nl
- Snippergroen can only be purchased by the owners of a property or building.
- (Potential) future owners can, however, submit a request in advance.
Request to Exercise the Option to Purchase Small Green Plots Using DigiD