Will Minimum EPC ratings of B come into force?

By Paul Sutcliffe | June 4, 2021

Before we consider EPC B ratings becoming minimum standards, let us explore where we are today. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards were introduced on 1 April 2018.  Buildings cannot be leased with an EPC worse than an E rating. There are exemptions, notably, a seven year payback rule exists.  Landlords can continue to lease buildings with…

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Publication of Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Data

By Paul Sutcliffe | June 13, 2016

In an effort to make more data publicly available, the Department for Communities and Local Government will be releasing cumulative EPC data for domestic and non-domestic buildings. Until 30th June 2016, owners and occupiers of commercial property who hold EPCs are able to opt-out of the data release should they not want their EPC information…

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