14 Mar 2013 1:19 PM:

It is likely to come into force in June 2013 that all properties in Spain that are for sale or rent must have a valid Energy Performace Certifcate. The certificate will be valid for 10 years and will need to be produced at the notary when a property sale is due to complete. HERE IS MORE INFORMATION FROM THE WEBSITE  EPC-SPAIN.COM

Who can issue an energy efficiency certificate?
According to the royal decree “energy efficiency certificates should be issued by qualified professional technicians who are authorised to undertake building projects and thermal installations for buildings. The property owner may choose the technician of their choice ".

What is an energy certificate?
It is a report that describes how efficient a home is in terms of energy consumption. It assigns an energy rating to each home on a scale which ranges from "A" (the best) to "G" (the worst).

Will I be able to sell a home which does not have an energy certificate after 1/06/2013?
No you won´t. You will have to have a certificate before selling your home.

Who will have to pay for the energy certificate?
The owner of the property to be sold or rented.

How long is the energy certificate valid for?
The certificate is valid for 10 years. This means owners will not have to obtain a new certificate during this period unless they renovate or change the property in any way.

If I want to sell my home and it has a poor energy rating, such as D, E or F, am I obliged to make any improvements?
No, you are not obliged to make any improvements even if your property has a low rating.

Will a low rating affect the sale of my home? Can I sell it without any problems?
You are free to sell your home. The only way it will affect a sale is how the rating influences the buyer.

How much will the technician who issues the energy certificate charge?
€250 + IVA

Will the technician need to visit the property (generally homes)?
Yes. They have to visit the property to take measurements and collect information about the property before drawing up and certifying the report.

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