Leaseholder Deed of Certificate

What is a Leaseholder Deed of Certificate (LDoC) and why do I need to complete it?

The LDoC is a form introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022. It enables your landlord to establish whether you qualify for financial protections against certain building safety costs, and if so, what your maximum contribution towards those costs will be.

The protections apply to buildings in England that are at least 11 metres or 5 storeys in height, contain at least 2 units, and were built before 28 June 2022. They do not apply to all leaseholders — your eligibility depends on factors including whether the property was your main home on 14 February 2022 and the price you paid for it.

Completing and returning the LDoC is important. Without it, your property will not benefit from the cost protections the Act provides, and you and future leaseholders of your property may remain fully liable for building safety costs under your existing service charge apportionment.