Eligibility (voorwaarden)
Prospective and current guests must meet the below requirements to apply and maintain eligible for housing within The FIZZ Cobana.
Employed Workers
Freelancers and Independent Contractors
Students
- All members of the household are 18 years or older
- Maximum 2 person household
- In possession of a EU passport or Dutch residence permit
- Employed as a worker, freelancer, registered student or independent contractor
- Meeting all below requirements for their respective status:
Employed Workers
- Valid and actual payslips from the past month including visible name and account number
- Valid Dutch residence permit, work permit or EU Passport
- Earning a monthly gross income of (close to) €2.200,00 including bonus and holiday allowance (based on 1 person)
- Employer’s statement (not older than 3 months)
Freelancers and Independent Contractors
- Proof of actual demonstrable assignments
- Extract from the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (not older than 2 months)
- Valid residence permit, work permit or EU Passport
- Earning an annual gross income (close to) €35.000,00
- Credit check report from Graydon
Students
- Proof of enrollment with University
- Bachelors, Masters, PHD’s
- Minimum total income of 1500 bruto (salary, parents, Ome DUO ;))
- Scan of ID, valid residence permit
- Proof of parental guarantee (if needed)
WHICH CONTRACT TYPES DO YOU OFFER?
We can offer you a contract with a maximum of 5 years when you’re between the age of 18 and 28. When you’re 28 and older it is possible to stay a maximum of 2 years.
2 year example | 5 year example
Please note: when you have received the contract, you have 7 days to sign it.
2 year example | 5 year example
Please note: when you have received the contract, you have 7 days to sign it.
WHAT CAN I FIND IN MY APARTMENT?
The apartments are unfurnished, but including a fully equipped kitchen (including dishwasher!) and bathroom. A wood-style PVC floor, video intercom system, mechanical ventilation and your Resident Manager can help you with our furnishing plans, we already put some thoughts in the ideal furniture suitable for your new home.
WHAT DOES MY INVOICE CONTAIN?
Your monthly costs are NET rent, Service Costs and Membership.
So depending on your apartment type, your calculation will be NET rent + Service Costs & Membership (€120.00)
For a friends apartment your services costs are approximately €145.00 including The FIZZ Membership.
Please note that your electricity, water and communal taxes aren’t invoiced by your landlord.
So depending on your apartment type, your calculation will be NET rent + Service Costs & Membership (€120.00)
For a friends apartment your services costs are approximately €145.00 including The FIZZ Membership.
Please note that your electricity, water and communal taxes aren’t invoiced by your landlord.
CAN I SCHEDULE A VIEWING OF AN APARTMENT?
Because the building is still under construction, a viewing is not possible.
How does MY apartment look like?
The apartment will be totally done, the flooring, the walls are painted, the kitchen is included, the bathroom is finished and curtains will be added to your windows.
For pictures look at our model apartment, all the features will be the same in all the apartments.
For pictures look at our model apartment, all the features will be the same in all the apartments.
Visiting cobana
The construction is still in process, it is only possible to have a look at the building from afar, it is not possible or allowed to enter the construction site.
What kind of taxes and levies do I have to pay?
Taxes and levies are regulated by the municipality or other government institutions. Please find here more information.
IS THERE PARKING ON SITE?
Paid and secure parking is possible in the parking garage. Parking spots are not available anymore. Everything is reseverd for now. A (street-) parking permit on Katendrecht is unfortunately not available through the municipality.
What?
A co-living complex in the most vibrant part in the city of Rotterdam, Katendrecht. Apartment sizes are between 37m2 and 70m2. 375 apartments, a rooftop terrace, library and a cooking studio.
Who?
Everyone who is ready for a new way of life. Connect with each other and build a community, meet one another in one of the community area’s and elevate each other to the next level. The FIZZ Cobana assures you can live, play, study, eat, drink and work from home. Enjoy the community events and meet Co-Tenants of different ages, cultures and genders. All with a different way of life but all with one thing in common, whether you’re from Singapore or San Francisco: you love to share.
What size are the apartments?
We have different apartments between 37m2 and 70m2.
Which contract types do you offer?
We can offer you a membership of maximum 5 years when you’re between the age of 18 and 28. When you’re 28 and over you can stay up to 2 years.
What’s included in the rent?
Your invoice covers your rental plan, membership, access to and service of all Co-Working spaces, utilities, internet, television, community events and your own Resident Manager.
Can I apply for rental allowance?
The studios where rental allowance is possible are not available anymore. The available studios and apartments do not meet the conditions for rental allowance.
What can I find in my apartment?
The apartments are unfurnished, but including a fully equipped kitchen (including dishwasher!) and bathroom. A wood-style PVC floor, video intercom system, mechanical ventilation and your Resident Manager can help you with our furnishing plans, we already put some thoughts in the ideal furniture suitable for your new home.
What are my total monthly costs?
How much are my service costs?
Your services costs are approximately €120.00 including The FIZZ Membership.
For a friends apartment your services costs are approximately €145.00 including The FIZZ Membership.
For a friends apartment your services costs are approximately €145.00 including The FIZZ Membership.
What do my service costs consist of?
Check here what your service costs consist of.
What does my Membership contain?
See this page for an explanation!
How can I secure my apartment?
You can reserve your apartment here and you’ll receive updates after your registration! When accepting the allocated apartment or studio, you have to pay booking fee in order to secure the apartment.
Do I have to pay a security deposit?
The FIZZ Cobana requires a security deposit of €2000,-. The deposit is fully refundable at the end of your membership, provided no damages have been incurred. Or you don't have to pay €2000,- if you choose for a Savéon Deposit Guarantee. Follow this link to choose the option that best suits you.
How do I pay my rent?
The FIZZ Cobana will deduct your rent from your account around the 28th of every month. You pay one month in advance. A standing order is manditory and will be signed for in your tenancy contract.
What is a bank statement?
A bank statement is a monthly document that shows you a summary of the money that goes in and out of your accounts.
Is housekeeping included?
The public area’s will be cleaned by The FIZZ Cobana of course, when you’d like your place to be cleaned you can order apartment cleaning through the webshop or by contacting your Resident Manager. Who doesn’t like an impeccably clean home and who does like cleaning?
Can children stay with me?
Because of the vibrant atmosphere it’s not a healthy environment for children. The FIZZ Cobana is a safe haven for Young Professionals with a unique balance between privacy, working and community.
HOW TO REGISTER WITH YOUR PARTNER?
Add your partner in your registration and upload the necessary documentation. Do not both register 1 registration will be deleted.
Is there parking on site?
Paid and secure parking is possible in the parking garage. Paid and secure parking is possible in the parking garage. Parking spots are not available anymore. Everything is reseverd for now.
Can friends and family stay with me?
Of course, it’s your home! When someone visits, you can book an extra bed for your guests through your Resident Manager.
Are there apartments for couples?
That’s up to you! Co-tenancy is possible and in order to register you can request it through your Resident Manager.
How can I order packages?
You’ll always have to use your own private address, download the BringMe app and when that’s done, you can add ‘BringMe’ to your delivery details. After you receive a message, you can find your parcel/package in the BringMe Box downstairs!
When can we use the co-living spaces?
All members can use our co-living spaces at all times. Would you like to host your own event? Please do so! Just keep in mind that all area’s can be used by all members and don’t refuse access to co-members. You can simply use the event agenda or contact your Resident Manager for The FIZZ Cobana’ private events.
Is your service 24/7?
Yes it is. However, the Resident Manager is on site during office hours and week days. When you’re in trouble or in case of emergency you can use the emergency phone number. For all other queries you can send an e-mail and receive a reply within 24 hours.
storage space available?
Cobana contains storage space indeed, limited though so contact your Resident Manager for more information!
Can I schedule a viewing of an apartment?
Because the building is still under construction, a viewing is not possible.
when do you complete your registration?
Only when you have filled in everything, after completing your registration you cannot make any changes.
How many properties do you have?
At this moment we have three properties in Amsterdam, one in Rotterdam and much more to come. Check-out www.the-fizz.nl for more info and upcoming properties!
Registration process
Take a look at the progress bar in your registration screen. Is it full and green? Then you just completed everything you can do for now.
ERASMUS ROOM
The price of the Erasmus rooms are all inclusive. There are no extra service costs.