Picture this: from 2030, you won't be able to sell or rent out your Spanish home because its energy label is too low. Science fiction? No, this is the reality of new European legislation that will dramatically change Spain in the coming years. What does this mean for homeowners and investors active in the Spanish real estate market?
Spain has a relatively old housing stock: the average age of a house is 43 years. Some 85% of homes do not meet new energy standards. Many houses are now labelled F or G and suffer from poor insulation, single glazing or inefficient heating systems.
Specifically, renovations are needed, such as:
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The Spanish government wants to make at least 1.2 million homes more sustainable by 2030. However, the current pace is far behind schedule, with only 100,000 homes renovated between 2013 and 2023. To meet the targets, renovation projects must accelerate exponentially in the coming years.
This means the pressure on the property market, contractors and investors will only increase.
Homeowners can apply for subsidies and support packages such as the Next Generation EU funds and the Spanish PREE programme. This will partially or fully subsidise renovation costs.
In addition, the value of homes with a better energy label arguably increases. Research shows that sustainability increases market value by 1.2% to 4.8% can increase, depending on housing type and region. So for investors, there is a clear revenue model here.
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The rules affect not only marketability, but also financing and compliance:
Certification: The energy label (CEE) must be prepared by a recognised expert. The cost is usually between €50 and €200 and the label is valid for 10 years.
While the new regulations create short-term challenges for millions of households, they actually open up strategic opportunities for investors:
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European sustainability goals are forcing Spain to make a sweeping transition. For homeowners, this means timely investment in energy improvements. For investors, it creates a unique opportunity to add value by focusing on homes with renovation potential.
Alness guides you through this process: from identifying suitable properties to acquisition and sustainability advice. This is how we help you invest in properties that not only comply with the law, but also yield future-proof returns.
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