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Avoid fines for not having your energy performance certificate when selling or renting your property in Mallorca

Avoid fines for not having your energy performance certificate when selling or renting your property in Mallorca

In recent years, Spanish regulations have strengthened the legal requirements related to the energy efficiency of buildings, especially in the process of selling or renting properties.

One of the key obligations is to have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) before starting any commercialization process.

This requirement is currently regulated by Royal Decree 390/2021, which establishes the basic procedure for the energy certification of buildings and clearly defines when this certificate must be obtained.

 

What is an Energy Performance Certificate?

The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is an official document prepared by a qualified technician that evaluates the energy consumption of a property.

It assigns an energy rating using a scale from:

  • A → most efficient
  • G → least efficient

This document provides essential information for potential buyers or tenants, including:

  • Estimated energy consumption
  • CO₂ emissions
  • Recommendations to improve the property’s energy efficiency

 

When is it mandatory?

The EPC is required in the following situations:

  • When selling a property
  • When renting to a new tenant
  • When marketing a property on the real estate market

It is important to note that you cannot legally start advertising or marketing a property without having the certificate already issued and registered.

This means the EPC must be available before publishing the property on real estate portals or promotional materials.

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The energy rating must appear in advertising

Spanish law requires that the energy rating of the property is clearly displayed in all promotional materials, including:

  • Property portals
  • Advertisements
  • Brochures
  • Commercial listings

Publishing a property without showing its energy rating constitutes an administrative infringement.

 

Who is responsible for obtaining the certificate?

The responsibility for obtaining the EPC lies with the property owner.

The owner must:

  • Hire a qualified technician
  • Register the certificate with the relevant regional authority
  • Provide the certificate to the buyer or tenant

Real estate agencies, such as Pollentia Properties, ensure that the certificate is in place before starting the commercialization process and can assist throughout the procedure.

 

What happens if you don’t have the certificate?

Failure to comply with EPC regulations can result in financial penalties.

Common infringements include:

  • Advertising a property without showing the energy rating
  • Selling or renting without having a valid certificate
  • Not registering the certificate or failing to provide it to the buyer

Fines can range from approximately €300 to €6,000, depending on the severity of the infringement.

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Need help obtaining your Energy Performance Certificate?

At Pollentia Properties, we guide our clients through every step of the selling or rental process in Mallorca.

Our team can help you:

  • Arrange your Energy Performance Certificate quickly
  • Connect you with qualified technicians
  • Ensure full legal compliance before marketing your property

Contact us today to start selling or renting your property in Mallorca with full confidence.