When selling a property in Spain, it is legally mandatory to have an energy certificate, also known as “Certificado de Eficiencia Energética” (CEE). The energy certificate is a document that evaluates the energy efficiency of a property and provides information about its energy consumption.
According to Spanish law, the seller of a property must obtain a valid energy certificate before the sale and make it available to potential buyers. The energy certificate is important to give potential buyers an overview of the energy efficiency of the property and enable them to make informed decisions.
The energy certificate rates the energy efficiency of a property on a scale from A to G, with A representing high energy efficiency and G representing low energy efficiency. The rating is based on various criteria such as energy consumption, insulation, heating, cooling, and hot water production.
The energy certificate also includes recommendations for improving the energy efficiency of the property. These recommendations may include replacing old heating systems with more energy-efficient models or improving insulation, among other measures. However, implementing these recommendations is not mandatory.
The energy certificate must be made available to potential buyers before the sale of the property. This can be done in the form of a copy of the certificate or a detailed description of the energy efficiency. Additionally, the energy certificate must be indicated in advertising materials for the property to provide potential buyers with transparent information about its energy efficiency.
It is important to note that the energy certificate has a limited validity period. Typically, it is valid for 10 years. After this period, a new energy certificate must be obtained to assess the current energy efficiency of the property.
Non-compliance with the legal requirements regarding the energy certificate can lead to legal consequences. Penalties can be imposed for violations of these regulations. Therefore, it is of great importance for property sellers in Spain to ensure that they have a valid energy certificate and provide it properly to potential buyers.
As a professional service company, we can assist you in obtaining the energy certificate for your property in Spain. Our experienced team is familiar with the local requirements and procedures and will support you in creating and providing a valid energy certificate. We ensure that you comply with the legal requirements and provide potential buyers with all the necessary information.
If you have any questions about the energy certificate or other legal requirements when selling a property in Spain, do not hesitate to contact our support team. We are available at any time and will help you smoothly and in compliance with the law throughout the sales process.
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