Letting a property in Wallonia is strictly regulated. These rules are designed to protect the tenant and to ensure a clear, secure framework. In this article, BIV immobilier in Liège shares the main obligations you must meet to avoid any dispute and to let in compliance with Walloon property rules.
1. Provide compliant, habitable accommodation
The accommodation must meet the decency criteria laid down by the Walloon Region and ensure the tenant’s safety, health and comfort from the day they move in. The obligations relate in particular to the stability of the building, the electrical installation, the water supply and the heating system.
A minimum energy performance is also required for the accommodation. This is attested by an EPC (PEB) certificate drawn up by an approved professional. In the event of non-compliance, the landlord is liable to administrative penalties and a ban on letting the property.
2. Complete the mandatory administrative formalities
In Wallonia, the lease must be registered within a legal deadline of two months at most after it is signed. This formality protects both parties and makes the lease enforceable against third parties. The landlord must also provide the tenant with several essential documents, including the detailed inventory of fixtures (état des lieux) and the EPC (PEB) certificate.
They must be transparent about the charges, the terms for reviewing the rent and the duration of the lease. Clear information limits conflicts and secures the landlord–tenant relationship.
3. Take responsibility for maintenance and major repairs
The landlord is responsible for the structural maintenance of the property and for major repairs. The tenant is responsible for routine maintenance.
The landlord’s responsibilities include in particular:
- repairing structural elements;
- bringing technical installations into compliance;
- resolving problems that affect habitability.
Failure to meet these obligations may give rise to the landlord’s civil liability.
4. Secure the landlord–tenant relationship
Complying with legal obligations helps establish a healthy relationship between landlord and tenant. A good knowledge of the regulatory framework for Walloon property reduces the risk of disputes and makes the property more attractive on the rental market.
For advice tailored to your situation as a landlord and reliable support that complies with the law, put your trust in BIV immobilier in Liège.
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