Document background
The Certificate of Final Completion is a critical document in Belgian construction and development projects, required under Belgian Civil Code and construction regulations. This certificate is issued following a thorough final inspection of the works and verification that all contractual obligations have been fulfilled. It typically follows a prior provisional acceptance period during which any identified defects must be remedied. The document confirms that all works specified in the original contract and any subsequent variations have been completed to the required standard, all defects have been corrected, and all necessary documentation has been provided. The Certificate of Final Completion triggers important legal consequences including the release of remaining financial retentions, the transfer of risks to the client, and the start of statutory warranty periods. It serves as a crucial reference point for future warranty claims and marks the formal conclusion of the contractual relationship between the parties.
