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EPC of the common areas of a block of flats
An EPC (energy performance certificate) indicates how energy efficient a building is by means of a label. The EPC of the common areas of a block of flats (EPC CA) (in Dutch: EPC GD) shows the energy efficiency of shared hallways, stairs, walls, roofs, … It also contains recommendations to make the common areas more energy efficient.
The information in the EPC CA is used automatically when creating the EPC of separate units (appartement, shop, office, … ) in the building.
What are common areas?
In a block of flats, there are floors, walls, roofs, collective installations and openings in common areas that are managed by one owner, or often by several owners together. In the case of multiple owners, they must decide together on the renovation of these common areas.
Conditions
The EPC of the common areas of a block of flats is mandatory for all blocks of flats, as all blocks of flats have common areas.
- A block of flats consists of at least two residential building units.
- This requirement does not just apply to blocks of flats with common areas such as a staircase.
- Both single-owner and multi-owner blocks of flats are covered by this requirement.
Procedure
- The EPC must be drawn up by a type A energy expert. For this purpose, you can consult the list of accredited type A energy experts(opens in new window).
- The energy expert
- makes the necessary observations during a site visit
- looks at the insulation materials, windows, installations for heating, cooling, hot water, ventilation, etc.
- uses a government software programme.
- The energy expert also uses substantiating documents. These are documents that prove the presence of insulation, materials or devices.
Cost
There is no fixed cost for an EPC. The price depends on the complexity of the building and the travel expenses of the energy expert. It is best to compare the price and quality of different energy experts.