Document background
The Home Sales Agreement Contract is a crucial legal document used in Belgian residential property transactions to formalize the sale between private or professional sellers and buyers. This agreement is essential when transferring ownership of houses, apartments, or other residential properties in Belgium. It must comply with the Belgian Civil Code, regional housing regulations, and various mandatory requirements including energy performance certificates, soil certificates, and urban planning documentation. The document serves as a preliminary agreement (compromis de vente/verkoopcompromis) that precedes the final notarial deed, setting out all essential terms and conditions of the sale, protective clauses for both parties, and specific Belgian legal requirements. It's particularly important as it creates binding obligations once signed, subject to any conditions precedent, and forms the basis for the subsequent notarial deed that transfers legal ownership.
