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Kleineondernemersregeling (KOR) voor Opslagverhuur — €20.000 Zonder BTW (2026)

Voor Nederlandse opslagverhuurders is de Kleineondernemersregeling (KOR) het enige tax-instrument dat écht uitmaakt. Onder de KOR betaal je geen BTW op verhuurinkomsten — geen kwartaalaangifte, geen factuurberekening, geen administratie.

De kern

Jaaromzet onder €20.000 → geen BTW, geen aangifte.

If your annual turnover is under €20,000, you can opt into the small-business scheme and pay zero BTW (VAT) on rentals — no quarterly returns, no invoicing burden.

_Bron: Belastingdienst — KOR voor ondernemers._

Voor wie

Iedereen die ruimte verhuurt — garage, oprit, kelder, zolder, logeerkamer, schuur — en jaarlijks onder €20.000 omzet blijft.

Aandachtspunten

You must opt in (it's not automatic). Apply via Mijn Belastingdienst Zakelijk.
Once opted in, you must stay in for 3 years minimum.
If turnover exceeds €20,000 mid-year, you exit the scheme and BTW applies to the excess.
You lose input-BTW deduction on any business expenses.

Praktijkvoorbeeld

Je verhuurt een garage in Amsterdam voor €240/maand. Jaaromzet: €2.880. Ver onder de €20.000-grens → KOR van toepassing, geen BTW te innen of af te dragen.

Je verhuurt ook een logeerkamer voor €145/maand. Jaaromzet: €1.740. Gecombineerde omzet: €4.620. Nog steeds onder de KOR-grens → geen BTW.

Hoe aanmelden

Via Mijn Belastingdienst Zakelijk → KOR aanvragen. Aanmelding is vrijwillig en geldt voor minimaal 3 jaar.

Lijst je ruimte →

Veelgestelde vragen

Wat gebeurt er als ik halverwege het jaar boven €20.000 uitkom?

Dan verlies je vanaf dat moment de KOR-status. Vanaf de eerste euro boven de grens moet je BTW innen en aangifte doen.

Mag ik de KOR combineren met andere fiscale regelingen?

Ja, de KOR is een BTW-vrijstelling, niet een inkomstenbelastingvrijstelling. Op de inkomstenbelasting blijft je verhuurinkomen belast in Box 1 (resultaat overige werkzaamheden) of Box 3 (vermogen), afhankelijk van je situatie.

Hoe lang duurt het voor aanmelding wordt verwerkt?

Doorgaans 4-6 weken. Aanmelden kan tot uiterlijk 4 weken voor het kwartaal waarin je de KOR wilt laten ingaan.

How Packhood compares to self-storage in Ireland

Across Ireland, the main commercial self-storage operators include Elephant Self Storage, National Self Storage, Store4U, U Store It. These companies operate purpose-built facilities with climate-controlled indoor units, typically located on commercial estates outside city centres. Monthly pricing ranges from €60 to €450 depending on unit size and location, with additional charges for insurance, padlocks and admin fees.

Packhood offers a fundamentally different approach. Instead of driving to a commercial facility, you book unused space from a verified neighbour — a garage, spare room, driveway, attic or basement within a few streets of your home. Packhood hosts set their own monthly price, which is typically 30-50% lower than commercial self-storage rates. There are no admin fees, no mandatory padlock purchases and no insurance upsells. The listed price is the all-in monthly cost.

Commercial self-storage facilities have genuine advantages in specific scenarios. Climate-controlled indoor units are better for temperature-sensitive items like electronics, wine or artwork. Facilities with 24/7 PIN-code access let you visit your unit at any hour without coordinating with anyone. Staffed receptions can accept deliveries and provide on-site support. For these use cases, a commercial operator may be the right choice.

For most personal and small-business storage needs, however, Packhood delivers better value. The 30-50% cost saving adds up quickly over a 3-6 month booking — that is €120-600 back in your pocket. Neighbourhood proximity means you can walk to your storage rather than loading a car. Month-to-month billing with 14 days' notice means no lock-in contracts. And every booking includes the Packhood Host Guarantee, with €300 per-booking protection, €25k items cover and €100k host liability cover.

Storage demand in May

May is the single busiest month for storage across all three Packhood markets. Three forces converge: the peak of moving season, the end of the university academic year, and the first genuinely warm weekends that drive garden and outdoor storage rotation. In Ireland, the May bank holiday weekend (first Monday) is traditionally one of the biggest moving weekends of the year.

University students across Ireland, the UK, and the Netherlands face a hard deadline: vacate halls or private accommodation by late May or early June. International students who cannot ship belongings home and domestic students who are between leases create enormous demand for short-term campus-adjacent storage. In Dublin alone, approximately 35,000 students need to move out within a 2-3 week window. Similar pressure hits London, Manchester, Birmingham, Amsterdam, and Leiden.

The property market reaches its annual high-water mark. More houses complete in May and June than any other months, and the chain-gap storage phenomenon from April intensifies. Full-household storage (requiring 15-30 m² units like double garages or warehouse bays) is in short supply.

Festival season kicks off. Across all three countries, music festivals, food festivals, and cultural events require performers, vendors, and organisers to store equipment, stock, and staging. Meanwhile, households retrieve barbecues, patio sets, and outdoor play equipment for summer use.

What people store and retrieve in May

Student move-out storage — The largest single-category storage event of the year. Students need 2-5 m² each for 2-4 months, with demand concentrated within walking distance of major universities.
House move gap storage — Peak completion month means peak gap storage. Entire household contents — furniture, white goods, boxes — fill garages and warehouse units for 1-6 weeks.
Summer wardrobe swap completion — The final push to rotate winter clothing into storage. Vacuum-sealed bags of coats, jumpers, and boots head to attics and spare rooms.
Festival equipment staging — Vendor stock, event infrastructure, and performer equipment move into nearby storage before festivals. Demand spikes around Electric Picnic prep, Glastonbury build-out, and Dutch festival season.
Garden and patio full deployment — Everything comes out: barbecues, parasols, outdoor cushions, children's play equipment. The sheds and garages they occupied become available for other renters.
Wedding season prep — Couples storing decorations, gifts, and supplies ahead of summer weddings. Short-term bookings of 1-4 weeks for venue-adjacent storage.
Renovation intensification — Builders and homeowners take advantage of longer days and drier weather. Room-by-room renovation storage peaks.
Surfboard and water sports gear retrieval — Wetsuits, surfboards, kayaks, and paddleboards emerge from garage storage as water temperatures become tolerable.

Storage tips for May

Students: book your summer storage before exam season begins. Waiting until the week of move-out means paying 15-20% more and potentially storing 2 km from campus instead of 200 m.
If you are moving house in May, book your Packhood space at least 3 weeks in advance. Share your completion date with your host so they can confirm availability.
Hosts near universities (UCD, TCD, UvA, Imperial, Manchester) can earn their highest monthly income in May. Set up a student-friendly listing with weekly rates and flexible check-in times.
For wedding decoration storage, choose a space with easy vehicle access. You will be loading and unloading on tight timelines, and narrow stairways to an attic are not ideal.
Photograph all stored items before sealing boxes — especially if you are between houses. Insurance claims require proof of condition.
Check your Packhood booking insurance coverage before storing high-value items during a house move. Packhood's €300 host guarantee covers incidents, but valuable items may need supplemental cover.

Key dates driving storage demand

May bank holiday (first Monday) — peak moving weekend
End of university exams (late May) — TCD, UCD, UCC, NUIG student move-out
Bloom festival (Phoenix Park, late May) — garden and horticultural equipment storage
Start of GAA championship season — club equipment storage and retrieval

Bridging the Summer Gap: Student Storage Between Leases

The gap between academic-year leases is one of the most stressful periods for students in Dublin, London, and Amsterdam. Your current lease ends in June, your new house-share does not start until September, and you have three months of belongings that need to go somewhere. Traditional self-storage companies target this desperation with minimum-term contracts and hidden fees. Packhood offers a more honest alternative. A standard student storage need — 3-5 m² for books, clothes, bedding, kitchenware, and a few pieces of furniture — costs €40-70/month in Dublin, £35-65/month in London, or €35-60/month in Amsterdam, with no admin fees, no padlock charges, and no forced insurance upsells. The ideal approach is to agree your September accommodation first, then book storage close to your new address rather than your old one. That way, move-in day involves a short trip from your Packhood space to your new front door, not a cross-city logistics exercise. Ask your host about holding deliveries — some will accept packages on your behalf over summer, so you can order that new desk or kitchen kit in August and collect everything in one go.

Koningsdag Storage: Preparing for King's Day

Koningsdag on 27 April is the Netherlands' most exuberant national holiday, and the vrijmarkt (free market) that accompanies it creates a unique storage dynamic. In the weeks before King's Day, Dutch households sort through possessions with genuine intent to sell — this is not idle spring cleaning but a cultural tradition of trading and decluttering. The question is what happens to everything that does not sell. In Amsterdam alone, thousands of blankets' worth of unsold items need a destination by nightfall on 27 April. A pre-booked Packhood space is the smart solution. Sort your items in advance, price the best sellers, and designate clear "sell," "store," and "donate" categories. After the vrijmarkt wraps up, load unsold keepers directly into your Packhood space instead of carrying them back up four flights of Amsterdam stairs to a flat that was already too small. Many people discover during Koningsdag sorting that they own more than they realised — items pulled from cupboards and drawers that they want to keep but have no room for. A small Packhood space at €40-60/month absorbs this overflow and keeps your newly decluttered apartment clear. Book by mid-April to ensure availability — Koningsdag storage is a recognised pattern, and experienced hosts prepare for the post-vrijmarkt rush.

Frequently asked questions

How do I prevent rodent damage to a stored vehicle?

Rodents chew wiring, hoses and upholstery. Seal any food crumbs and use peppermint oil cotton balls in the engine bay and cabin (replace monthly). Avoid poison bait near vehicles. Block air intake and exhaust with steel wool. Ask the host about pest control in their space — Packhood listings with concrete floors are lower risk.

How do I protect furniture during a move into storage?

Disassemble bed frames and tables to save space. Wrap upholstered furniture in breathable dust sheets — avoid cling film, which traps moisture. Stand mattresses upright in a mattress bag. Use corner protectors on wooden furniture. Packhood listings with indoor spaces (spare rooms, basements) offer the best protection for delicate pieces.

Can I store a drum kit safely?

Disassemble and pack drums in padded cases or bags. Loosen drum heads slightly to reduce tension on shells. Cymbals go in a dedicated bag with felt separators. Hardware (stands, pedals) bags separately. A full drum kit packs down to roughly 1.5 x 1 m of floor space. Indoor Packhood spaces prevent humidity damage to wooden shells.

How do I store silk, cashmere or delicate fabrics?

Fold with acid-free tissue between layers — never hang knitted items (they stretch permanently). Store in breathable cotton bags in a dry indoor space. Cedar blocks deter moths without the chemical odour of mothballs. Ideal conditions: 15-20°C, 40-55% humidity. A Packhood spare room provides this naturally. Check every 3 months for moth activity.

Is covered vehicle storage worth the extra cost?

For storage over 3 months, absolutely. UV degrades paint, rubber seals and tyre sidewalls. Rain causes rust on exposed metalwork. A covered driveway or garage adds €20-40/month but prevents hundreds in potential bodywork or tyre damage. For classic or valuable vehicles, indoor garage storage is the only sensible option.

Can I store a camper van or converted van on Packhood?

Yes, but check the height clearance. Standard garages are 2.1 m — most camper vans need 2.5-3.2 m. Large driveways, barn conversions and commercial units handle tall vehicles. Confirm dimensions with the host before booking. Drain fresh water and waste tanks, disconnect gas and leave a window cracked for ventilation.

Where can I store compost bins and garden waste supplies?

Empty compost bins, wash them out and store in a shed or covered outdoor space. Stackable bins nest inside each other. Store garden waste bags, twine and fertiliser in a dry space — moisture ruins these supplies. A 1-2 m² corner of a Packhood shed costs €10-20/month as part of a larger booking.

Can two households share a single storage space on Packhood?

Yes, but only one booking is needed. List one person as the primary renter and add the second person's details in the message thread. Divide the space clearly (use tape lines or separate shelving sections) and split the cost privately. Both parties should have the host's access details.

Can students share a Packhood booking to split costs?

Yes. Two or three students can book a single garage (15-18 m²) and split it — that's €30-40 each per month instead of €90-120 solo. Label your sections clearly and agree a collection date. One person books as the primary renter and handles access with the host.

Can I store event equipment between functions?

Event companies and caterers regularly use Packhood for chairs, tables, staging, lighting rigs and AV equipment. A warehouse bay (20-40 m²) handles a mid-size event kit. Month-to-month works perfectly for seasonal event businesses — scale up from March to October, scale down over winter. Average cost: €150-350/month.

Is Packhood suitable for storing trade tools and equipment?

Tradespeople are among Packhood's most active renters. Garages and lock-ups with drive-up access are ideal for power tools, ladders, scaffolding sections and materials. Choose a listing with a padlock or deadbolt and check the host's access hours match your early starts. Many hosts near industrial areas offer 24/7 access.

How do I become a host on Packhood?

List your space in under 12 minutes: upload 3+ photos, set your monthly price (Smart Pricing suggests a market rate from 1,800+ comparables), and verify your identity through Stripe Connect. No listing fees. You keep 95% of every booking. First bookings typically arrive within 6-14 days in active cities.

Can I store Halloween decorations and costumes year-round?

Inflatables, props and costumes take up surprising space at home. Fold inflatables (never roll) and pack costumes in garment bags. Wigs and masks need breathable storage — not sealed plastic bags. A small attic or spare room on Packhood (2-4 m²) holds a full collection for €35-55/month, freeing up an entire wardrobe at home.

Can I sublet my Packhood space to another business?

No. Packhood bookings are non-transferable. The person who books is the authorised renter. If a colleague needs access, add them via the message thread and coordinate with the host. For multiple team members needing independent access, look for listings with smart locks that support multiple codes.

Where should I store furniture during a renovation?

A garage or spare room within 10 minutes of your home is ideal — close enough for easy access if you need something mid-project. Most kitchen and bathroom renovations require 8-15 m² of temporary storage for 4-8 weeks. Wrap furniture in dust sheets, photograph each item, and label boxes by room. Packhood's month-to-month terms fit renovation timelines perfectly.

Understanding storage costs

Storage prices depend on space type, size, access frequency and location. On Packhood, renters pay €35–€200/month for verified neighbour storage — typically 35–60% less than commercial self-storage.

What's included in the price: The listing price on Packhood is the all-in monthly price. Packhood's 20% service fee is already included — nothing extra at checkout. Hosts pay 5% commission. No signup fees, no admin charges, no insurance upsells.

Host Guarantee: Every booking includes up to €300 of Host Guarantee protection per booking. Hosts are ID-verified through Stripe Connect. Renters can message hosts before booking to ask questions and arrange viewings.

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