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Q Could you explain what a Certificate of Habitability (certificato di abitabilità) is? We have been advised to check that one is available when looking for a property to buy in Italy.
A The certificate of habitability certifies that conditions of safety, hygiene, healthiness and energy savings exist in the property and its installations in accordance with current regulations. The certificate of habitability can be obtained with a self-certification (SCA certified notification of habitability) provided by a certified surveyor or professional.