Energy Performance Certificate – a mandatory document for property sale and rental
Comprehensive guide: when is it required, why is it important, and what penalties you face for not having it. Order your professional certificate today!
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Real estate market transformation: The Energy Performance Certificate as the new standard
The Polish real estate market has undergone a huge transformation in recent years. Buyers and tenants are becoming increasingly aware, demanding, and paying attention not only to location or price, but also to operating costs, comfort of use, and the energy efficiency of buildings. One document that has become mandatory and simultaneously crucial in the process of selling and renting property is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
ATTENTION: New regulations from 2023!
The 2023 amendment to the regulations significantly tightened controls and penalties for lacking an energy performance certificate. The obligation now also includes placing key energy indicators in sales and rental advertisements.
What is an Energy Performance Certificate?
An Energy Performance Certificate is an official document that specifies the energy demand of a building or premises needed for:
- Heating rooms
- Ventilation (mechanical or natural)
- Preparing domestic hot water
- Cooling (if present in the building)
- Built-in lighting (for non-residential buildings)
Key EP Indicator
The most important parameter in the certificate is the EP indicator (demand for non-renewable primary energy). This is the parameter that allows assessment of whether a property is energy-efficient (class A, B), average (class C, D), or energy-intensive (class E, F, G).
When is an Energy Performance Certificate mandatory?
1. Property Sale
If you are selling any property, you are obliged to provide the energy performance certificate to the purchaser no later than on the day of signing the notarial deed. This applies to:
| Property Type | Certificate Obligation | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment | MANDATORY | Also on the secondary market |
| Single-family house | MANDATORY | Applies to both new and old houses |
| Commercial premises | MANDATORY | Offices, shops, services |
| Commercial building | MANDATORY | Entire buildings or parts |
2. Property Rental
When renting, you must make the energy performance certificate available to the tenant - not necessarily transfer ownership, but allow them to review the document. This applies to both long-term and commercial rentals.
Penalties for lacking an Energy Performance Certificate
New regulations have significantly tightened sanctions for lacking the required document:
- Fine up to PLN 5,000 - imposed by the County Construction Supervision Inspector
- Civil liability towards the buyer or tenant
- Problems during official inspections - possibility of additional sanctions
- Delay or invalidation of the transaction - lack of document can block the sale
- Claims for misrepresentation - buyer may demand compensation
How to obtain an Energy Performance Certificate?
The certificate can only be issued by a person with appropriate qualifications and entry in the register. The process consists of several stages:
- Collection of technical data - design documentation or room layouts
- Analysis of the building or premises - assessment of technical condition and installations
- Energy calculations - performed by a certified auditor
- Issuance of the certificate - preparation of the document
- Registration in the system - entry into the Central Register of Energy Performance of Buildings (CRCEB)
Added value of the certificate
A good energy performance certificate (class A, B, C) can increase property value by up to 10-15% and shorten the sales time. It's not only a legal obligation but also a marketing tool.
Order a professional Energy Performance Certificate from Ailink.pl
At Ailink.pl, we offer a comprehensive service for preparing Energy Performance Certificates for all types of properties:
Why choose us?
- Certified specialists with many years of experience
- Fast execution - often within 24-48 hours
- Competitive prices with no hidden costs
- Full legal support and advisory
- Registration in CRCEB included in the service price
Service Price List (indicative)
| Property Type | Area | Price from | Execution Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | up to 100 m² | PLN 250 | 24 hours |
| Single-family house | up to 150 m² | PLN 350 | 48 hours |
| Commercial premises | up to 200 m² | PLN 450 | 48-72 hours |
| Multi-family building | over 500 m² | Individual quote | 3-5 days |
or send an inquiry to: certyfikaty@ailink.pl
Summary: Why is it not worth the risk?
In today's market reality, the Energy Performance Certificate is an essential element of every real estate transaction. Its absence can lead to serious financial and legal consequences, while having a good certificate can become an advantage in negotiations.
Remember: An Energy Performance Certificate is valid for 10 years but loses validity after significant modernization work is performed (window replacement, insulation, change of heating source). In such a case, a new document is necessary.
In an era of rising energy prices and increasing ecological awareness, energy efficiency is ceasing to be an add-on and is becoming one of the key property parameters. Investing in an energy performance certificate is an investment in transaction certainty, credibility, and faster sale or rental of your property.