Some owners need to renew an important document before January 1st. If forgotten, a fine of 1,500 euros could be distributed. We'll explain it to you.
However, this status is not exempt from responsibilities. Indeed, property owners must comply with several regulations, under penalty of financial sanctions. One of the crucial obligations to respect concerns the energy performance diagnosis (DPE). From January 1, 2025, any failure to comply with this rule could result in a fine of 1 500 euros, and even a doubled fine in the event of a repeat offense within three years (Full Life). Focus on this essential document and the procedure to follow to renew it on time.
The DPE is an essential document for any sale or rental of real estate. It evaluates the energy performance of a home by measuring its energy consumption and its environmental impact, particularly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. This diagnosis allows future tenants or buyers to know the energy consumption of the property and to make informed decisions. In the event of non-submission of the DPE, the owners are exposed to a fine of 1,500 euros, which may be doubled in the event of a repeat offense over a period of three years.
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The energy performance diagnosis (DPE): a legal obligation
The DPE has a validity of 10 ans. After this period, owners must renew this diagnosis to comply with current legislation. To do this, it is essential to call on a certified diagnostician. This professional will carry out a complete assessment of energy performance of the property, taking into account various criteria such as the risks of pollution, the condition of the electrical and gas installations, as well as the heating and hot water production equipment. Depending on the results, recommendations to improve the energy efficiency of the property can be formulated, including energy renovation actions.
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The absence of a DPE can lead to serious consequences for the owner. Indeed, in the case of rental, a tenant can request the cancellation of the lease contract if the absence of the document is perceived as a defect in consent. This means that if the tenant proves that the non-submission of the DPE played a determining role in his decision to rent the property, he can obtain the cancellation of his contract. In addition, a non-compliant DPE can also lead to administrative complications or even legal sanctions for the owner.
The consequences of a missing or non-compliant DPE
All real estate is subject to this obligation, with the exception of a few specific cases. Dwellings with a floor area of less than 50 square meters or those intended to be occupied for less than four months per year do not require a DPE. Likewise, in the event of the sale of property classified F or G, the energy audit becomes compulsory in addition to the DPE. This additional document must be given to the buyer and allows the work necessary to improve the energy performance of the home to be assessed in more detail.
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The DPE must include a certain amount of essential information to inform the future occupant or buyer. It must in particular specify the nature and surface area of the property, its energy performance characteristics, as well as the ventilation, heating and hot water production equipment. This document is therefore essential not only to comply with the law, but also to encourage more responsible energy consumption and reduce the ecological impact of homes.
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