Marts (81) airco’s moeten na 20 jaar weg door ’klikkende omwonende’, anders dreigt megaboete van 30.000 euro woensdag, 29 april 2026 (10:44) – De Telegraaf
A Zwaag resident, Mart van den Engh, 81, is facing a hefty fine and a demand to remove three air conditioning units from his home, one of which has been installed for two decades. The order comes after a complaint from a neighbor, and van den Engh is now bracing for potential enforcement with fines reaching up to 30,000 euros.
Van den Engh expressed his frustration, noting the prevalence of similar air conditioning units in the area, yet he is the only homeowner being targeted. He intends to formally contest the municipality of Hoorn’s decision.
The situation highlights the growing tension between residents installing appliances on their properties and local authorities enforcing regulations regarding permits and installations. This case underscores the challenges of balancing individual comfort with community standards and municipal guidelines.
