What are the legal obligations of the syndic in Belgium?

The syndic is legally required to carry out a series of duties defined in the Civil Code.

Pro Syndic

Voluntary Syndic

Federal rule — applies throughout Belgium

The syndic of a co-ownership in Belgium has legal obligations defined by articles 3.89 and 3.90 of the Civil Code.

Main duties:

Execute decisions of the general assembly
Manage co-ownership funds with due diligence
Represent the co-ownership in legal proceedings and deeds
Keep accounting records according to PCMN standards
Convene the annual general assembly
Take out and manage insurance policies

Administrative obligations:

Maintain an up-to-date list of co-owners
Preserve all documents relating to the co-ownership
Provide access to documents to any co-owner who requests it
Prepare an annual budget forecast

Legal references

Article 3.89 Civil Code — Duties of the syndic Article 3.90 Civil Code — Liability of the syndic

Klarencia helps you manage all these obligations automatically.

Related questions

What quorum is required for a general assembly?

The general assembly can only validly deliberate if certain quorum conditions are met.

Is PCMN accounting mandatory for all co-ownerships?

Whether PCMN standardised accounting is required depends on the size of the co-ownership.

Disclaimer

The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If in doubt, consult a qualified professional (solicitor, notary, accountant, or IPI-accredited professional syndic). Klarencia is a management tool and does not replace professional advice.

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