What is a Leaseholder Deed of Certificate?
A Leaseholder Deed of Certificate is a formal, legally binding document introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022. It enables leaseholders to confirm whether their lease qualifies for certain financial protections; especially against remediation costs related to building safety issues.
The certificate is designed to give the landlord (or freeholder) up-to-date and accurate information about the lease and any obligations under it.
When is it Needed?
You may be required to complete a Leaseholder Deed of Certificate in situations such as:
Selling your property – to confirm compliance with lease conditions.
Remortgaging – to satisfy the requirements of lenders.
At the request of the landlord – for management or compliance purposes.
Where to Get the Document
The Leaseholder Deed of Certificate form can be downloaded from the UK Government’s official website (Gov.uk).
Leasholder deed of certificate (MS Word document, 61.2KB)
What to Do Once Completed
Once you have filled out the certificate:
Check that all details are accurate and complete.
Sign and date the document as required.
Send the completed certificate directly to your landlord (or the freeholder/managing agent acting on their behalf).