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The year 2025 is already coming full of changes for the French. But this time, it is the turn of the owners to find themselves in the sights of reform. If you are in this category, prepare yourself for a new rule that could well strain your budget.
From January 1, 2025new legislation comes into force, and those who do not comply face big risks.
A reform little known to owners
Although this reform don’t make waves in the media yetit could however be costly to those who ignore it. The authorities have not said much about it, but this measure risks leading to a significant change for recalcitrant owners. The fateful date is fast approaching, and it is crucial to know if the reform concerns you.
The new regulations require some owners to bring their property into compliance with specific criteria. And this update, far from being free, will incur costs. So, what is it exactly? From the energy regulations.
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For more than ten years now, owners have had to provide a energy performance diagnosis (DPE) to their tenants. This document, supposed to evaluate the energy consumption of a home, is transforming into a sort of standard in real estate.
On a scale from A to G, a home with an A rating is energy efficientwhile a G-shaped housing is the least efficient.
A new regulation
The problem is that the legislation has become tougher over the years. From January 1, 2025, it will be impossible to rent a property classified G in terms of energy performance. But this new rule is not limited to this simple change in classification.
So, who is this new legislation aimed at? Owners who have made their last DPE between January 2018 and June 2021 and who will change tenant in 2025 will absolutely have to update their DPE. Those who wish to sell their property and have not redone their DPE since these dates will also have to carry out this update.
Yes, in revenge, the lease is renewed or the tenant remains in the accommodationan expired DPE does not pose an immediate problem.
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New obligation to respect for these owners at the risk of a fine of €100 per day
According to information from The Internet user, the cost of this update can vary between 100 and 250 euros. These costs vary depending on the audit carried out and the surface area of the property. An investment that may seem small, but which still represents a significant expense for many owners.
Sanctions await owners
Of course, not all owners have the luxury of ignoring this new obligation. And those who try to circumvent the rule risk big. Renting a property without a valid DPE or with a falsified DPE can result in serious consequences. The sanctions are severe: termination of the lease, reduction of rent, and fine of up to 1,500 euros.
The non-compliance with this new rule is therefore not an option. Rather than taking unnecessary risks, it is better to invest in updating the DPE to stay on track.
The owners still have a little time, but the countdown has already begun. Make sure you’re ready before January 2025.
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