Required Certificates and Documentation in Asturias
Mandatory energy certificates, habitability requirements, and pre-contractual disclosures for residential rentals in Asturias.
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Effective 1 June 2021 (under Royal Decree 390/2021), residential landlords in the Principality of Asturias must provide specific documentation and certificates to ensure transparency and compliance with both national and regional housing regulations.
1. Energy Efficiency Certificate (CEE)
In accordance with Royal Decree 390/2021, all residential properties for rent in Asturias must have a valid Energy Efficiency Certificate (CEE).
- Registration: The certificate must be registered with the General Directorate of Industry of the Principality of Asturias. The registration number or label must be visible in all advertisements (including online portals and signage).
- Delivery: A copy of the valid certificate must be provided to the tenant upon signing the lease agreement.
2. Pre-contractual Information (Law 12/2023)
Under the Spanish Law 12/2023 for the Right to Housing, tenants have the right to receive clear information regarding the property before formalizing the lease. This includes:
- The identification of the landlord and the property.
- The usable area of the property.
- Information on the building's state and available services.
- The energy efficiency rating.
This is a right to information rather than a specific "documentary package" that must be handed over to every visitor, but landlords must have this information ready upon request.
3. Habitability and Material Disclosures
While the Urban Leases Act (LAU) focuses on the landlord's obligation to maintain the property in a habitable condition (Article 21), the legal basis for disclosing hidden defects (vicios ocultos) is found in the Spanish Civil Code (Articles 1484 to 1490).
Landlords are encouraged to document the property's state through a detailed inventory and photos to avoid disputes regarding pre-existing damage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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