Local authority liability (compensation for damages)
Have you suffered damage and do you think it is the municipality’s fault? For example, due to poor maintenance of a road or public greenery. Or had a collision with one of the local authority’s vehicles? You can hold the local authority liable for the consequences and ask for compensation for damages. Fill in the form below:
Are you unwilling or unable to apply online?
Download and complete the Notice of liability application form. Send the form to the City of Leeuwarden. You can also hand it in at the Town Hall.
Damage caused by a road sweeping vehicle
For example, did you get a flat tire due to a steel wire from the sweeper truck? Please contact Omrin. Road sweeping vehicles are not owned by the local authority.
How do I know if my losses will be compensated?
The losses will be compensated if they have indeed been caused by the local authority’s acts or omissions. The local authority or its insurer will assess your application.
When will I receive notification of my application?
Within 8 weeks.
Costs incurred due to a sewer clearance company
Was the blockage caused by a broken or collapsed sewer connection on municipal land? Request a refund for the unblocking company’s costs via the ‘Liability claim in connection with damage’ form. You will need to attach the video of the sewer clearance company.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.
Are you unwilling or unable to apply online?
Download and complete the Notice of liability application form. Send the form to the City of Leeuwarden. You can also hand it in at the Town Hall.
Damage caused by a road sweeping vehicle
For example, did you get a flat tire due to a steel wire from the sweeper truck? Please contact Omrin. Road sweeping vehicles are not owned by the local authority.
How do I know if my losses will be compensated?
The losses will be compensated if they have indeed been caused by the local authority’s acts or omissions. The local authority or its insurer will assess your application.
When will I receive notification of my application?
Within 8 weeks.
Costs incurred due to a sewer clearance company
Was the blockage caused by a broken or collapsed sewer connection on municipal land? Request a refund for the unblocking company’s costs via the ‘Liability claim in connection with damage’ form. You will need to attach the video of the sewer clearance company.
Questions
Contact the City of Leeuwarden.