Know the EPC for common parts; it counts towards every apartment's label
Every apartment building with two or more units needs an EPC for its common parts, valid for up to 10 years; it feeds into each apartment's EPC, so improving the shared roof or heating lifts every unit's label.
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Every apartment building with at least two residential units must have an EPC for its common parts (EPC gemeenschappelijke delen). New buildings get a later deadline. The association of co-owners, through the syndic, appoints an energy expert to draw it up. It is valid for up to 10 years, and must be renewed sooner after big works, such as insulating or replacing at least 15% of the building envelope or changing a collective installation.
This certificate feeds automatically into the EPC of each apartment, and so into its energy label. That means works on the shared roof, facade or heating improve every unit's label, which matters for selling and renting. Renovations of the common parts have to be decided by the owners together.
Ask your syndic for a copy. For buildings from before 2001, every association of co-owners must also have an asbestos attest for the common parts by 31 December 2026. Deadlines can change, so check the official page.
Details
| Impact | Indirect · This saves no energy by itself: it is a rule, a service, a contract, or a health or safety item. How we rate impact |
|---|---|
| Estimated saving | Not a saving in itself; the certificate shows where the common parts lose energy. (confidence: low) |
| Who acts | You (owner) |
| Needs landlord's agreement | No |
| Type | Rules explained |
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Sources
- EPC van de Gemeenschappelijke Delen van een appartementsgebouw (in Dutch) · Vlaamse overheid (vlaanderen.be) (official source) · checked on