The Home Information Pack contains important information that buyers and sellers need to know. Home
Information Packs including Energy Performance Certificates have been implemented on a phased basis which started on 1 August 2007.
For sellers, providing a Pack upfront should reduce the likelihood of any nasty surprises in the selling process that could delay the sale, as buyers will be able to make more informed decisions about purchasing their home.
For buyers, the Pack provides essential information about properties they are considering buying, free of charge.
What does a Pack contain?
Compulsory items
The following compulsory documents must be included in a Home Information Pack.
Freehold properties
- Home Information Pack Index
- The new Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ), from 6 April 2009
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or Predicted Energy Assessment (PEA)
- Sustainability information (required for newly built homes)
- Sale statement
- Evidence of title
- Standard searches (local authority and drainage and water)
Leasehold properties
- all the compulsory documents above
- a copy of the lease
Optional items
Some documents in the Home Information Pack are optional. These include:
