Required Disclosures for Landlords in Italy

Italian landlords are required to provide a series of documents and information to tenants before or at the time of signing the lease contract. Failure to comply can result in fines and, in some cases, contract nullity.

Disclaimer: This guide provides general legal information for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed attorney in Italy for advice specific to your situation. Information last verified: March 2026.

Energy Performance Certificate (APE)

The APE (Attestato di Prestazione Energetica) is the most important document a landlord must provide. Since 2013, it has been mandatory to attach the APE to all lease contracts:

Requirements

• Must be prepared by a certified technician (engineer, architect, or surveyor)
• Valid for 10 years, unless significant renovation work is carried out
• Must state the property's energy class (from A4 to G)
• The energy class must also appear in property listings

Penalties for Non-Compliance

System Compliance Certificates

D.M. 37/2008 requires that the property's technical systems comply with safety standards:

Systems Requiring Certification

1. Electrical system — Declaration of Compliance (Di.Co.) or Declaration of Conformity (Di.Ri.)
2. Gas system — compliance certification for boilers, pipes, and connections
3. Plumbing — sanitary plumbing compliance
4. Heating and HVAC — system logbook and compliance declaration
5. Elevator — biennial periodic inspection (for buildings with elevators)

Contract Registration

All lease contracts must be registered with the Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate):

Timeline and Methods

• Registration within 30 days of signing
• Notification to the tenant of registration within 60 days
• Online registration available via the Revenue Agency portal

Registration Costs

Consequences of Non-Registration

An unregistered contract is null and void and produces no legal effects. The tenant may continue to occupy the property while paying a reduced rent.

Habitability Certificate

The landlord must ensure the property has a valid habitability certificate. This document certifies that the property meets requirements for structural safety, hygiene and sanitation, energy efficiency, and accessibility. Since 2016, the certificate has been replaced by the Certified Habitability Notice (Segnalazione Certificata di Agibilità, SCA).

Safety Requirements

Mandatory Detectors and Devices

• Combustible gas detectors — mandatory in all properties with gas installations (since November 2024, also for short-term rentals)
• Carbon monoxide detectors — mandatory where combustion appliances are present
• Portable fire extinguishers — mandatory for short-term tourist rentals (since November 2024)

Additional Obligations

Condominium Regulations

If the property is in a condominium, the landlord must provide a copy of the condominium rules, inform the tenant about common area usage rules, and disclose any specific restrictions.

Non-EU Tenant Notification

For leases to non-EU citizens, the landlord must notify the local Police Headquarters (Questura) within 48 hours of signing the contract.

Best Practices for Landlords

1. Obtain the APE before publishing the listing — it is mandatory even at the advertising stage
2. Collect all system documentation — before signing the contract
3. Use standard contract templates — models from industry associations are compliant and up to date
4. Keep a copy of the registration receipt — together with the Revenue Agency confirmation
5. Update the APE after renovations — any significant work invalidates the previous APE

How Landager Helps

Landager lets you digitally archive all mandatory documentation, receive reminders for APE and certificate renewal deadlines, and verify compliance completeness for each property.

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