A new law was passed this summer which affects all property owners that have a property for sale. With effect from 1 December 2013 it is a legal requirement for any property in Portugal that is being commercially advertised for sale (or rent) to have an Energy Performance Certificate. Therefore whether your property is advertised with ourselves or with an Estate Agent or both, you will need to ensure you obtain a certificate.
The certificate takes into account: consumption, comfort, quantity and energy efficiency; also location, sun exposure, construction materials and equipment. The energy level for producing hot water to maintain the property at a temp more than 20ºC in the winter and less than 25ºC in the summer.
The objective is to reduce energy costs, improve insulation and preserve the environment. On obtaining a good grade on the property A or A+ you can claim up to 10% on your IRS tax form on costs from your loan. The grades go from A+ (excellent) to G (lowest efficiency grade).
The Certificate is issued by ADENE and takes up to 5 days to be issued from the date of receiving the survey.
Documents required for the survey are: Land registration(Caderneta Predial Urbana and Certidão de Registo da Conservatória); Plans of the house , Arquitect project (optional) and Insulation project (optional).
Any architect or engineer recognised by the Portuguese Associations, ie Ordem dos Engenheiros and Ordem dos Arquitectos, can carry out the survey as long as they are qualified to do so.
The current cost of obtaining the certification ranges from around €215 to €350 depending on the size of your property.
We have researched the market and have obtained a number of qualified engineers offering competitive prices. If you require details of a qualified engineer in your area, please contact us or send us a quick email and we will forward you details of an engineer in your area.
If a vendor does not have the appropriate energy performance certificate and there property is commercially advertised they could be fined.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us:
T: (00351) 926 741 090
E: info@beverywhere.com
