What is a certificate of conformity, and how do I apply for one?
A certificate of compliance is an official document confirming that your rental property meets the required quality standards. A certificate of compliance assures the tenant that your property is in good condition in terms of safety, health, and quality. A house or apartment with a certificate of conformity may have some Category I defects (= minor defects that negatively affect the living conditions of the residents or that could potentially develop into serious defects). A home with minor defects is not unfit for habitation and may be rented out. Not every municipality requires a certificate of conformity, so be sure to check which rules apply in your municipality before you rent out your property.
| Where do you apply for this certificate? You submit an application to the municipality or city where your rental property is located. A housing inspector will prepare a technical report, after which the mayor will make a decision within 60 days. If no decision is made or you do not receive a certificate of conformity, you may submit a new application to the Housing Quality Department of the Flemish Government within 30 days.
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