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Technique & Énergie

Legally Enforceable EPC

Legally Binding Energy Performance Certificate

Definition

Since 2021, French EPCs carry full legal weight. If a buyer or tenant discovers that the actual insulation or energy performance contradicts the certificate, they can pursue legal action for damages against the owner.

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DPE Opposable

Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique Juridiquement Opposable

Keywords

DPE opposableloiresponsabiliteisolationtribunal