REAL ESTATE agents are burying their heads in the sand about the new law governing the Certificado de Eficiencia Energética. We have also received emails about solicitors ill advising vendors on the legal requirements, some saying it is not necessary until the sale goes to the notary.
From 1st June 2013 it is illegal to market a home for sale in Spain without an Energy Efficiency Certificate. It is a legal obligation for the vendor to make available to prospective purchasers an Energy Efficiency Certificate. The energy efficiency label must be displayed when the property is being marketed.
Article 12.2 of the Royal Decree states the obligation to the vendor: “The label will be included in any offer, promotion and advertising relating to the sale or lease of the building or building unit. The label should always appear clearly and unequivocally, whether it relates to the energy performance certificate or the finished or existing building..”
Detached homes with a total floor area less than 50 square metres are exempt from the CEE, plus enlisted buildings and those purchased for major renovations or demolition.
Apathetic real estate agents and solicitors could prove costly to those trying to sell a property. Vendors should clarify whether or not they are prepared to pay the imposed fines on their behalf.
Detached homes with a total floor area less than 50 square metres are exempt from the CEE, plus enlisted buildings and those purchased for major renovations or demolition.
Apathetic real estate agents and solicitors could prove costly to those trying to sell a property. Vendors should clarify whether or not they are prepared to pay the imposed fines on their behalf.
If you need help obtaining an Energy Efficiency Certificate email Sparks.
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