Rental law: your rights and obligations as a tenant or landlord
Tenancy law is a branch of civil law that governs the relationship between tenants and landlords. In Belgium, it is primarily governed by the Civil Code and regional tenancy laws. The Flemish Housing Lease Act and Brussels tenancy law contain specific provisions that protect the interests of both parties. As a tenant, you have the right to […]
Ten-year liability of contractor, architect and engineer: what you need to know
The ten-year liability period is a fundamental legal principle in Belgian construction law. This legal obligation means that the contractor, architect, and engineer can be held liable for serious defects in a building for a period of ten years. This does not concern minor imperfections, but rather problems that jeopardize the stability or structural integrity of the building. […]