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Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

Energy performance certificates (EPC's) are needed whenever a property is Built, Sold or rented.

You must order an EPC for buyers/tenants before you market the property to sell or rent.

An EPC contains: Information about a property's energy use and typical energy costs and recommendations about how to reduce energy use and save money.

On the certificate will be an energy efficiency rating from A  (most efficient) to G (least efficient).

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is an EPC?

An EPC is an energy performance certificate records details about the current energy efficiency of a property, with recommendations on how to improve efficiency and save money.

 

Do I need an EPC to rent or sell my property?

A Valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is required when a property is built, sold or rented.

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Which properties do not require an EPC?

You don’t need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) if you can demonstrate that the building is any of these:

  • listed or officially protected and the minimum energy performance requirements would unacceptably alter it

  • a temporary building only going to be used for 2 years or less

  • used as a place of worship or for other religious activities

  • an industrial site, workshop or non-residential agricultural building that doesn’t use much energy

  • a detached building with a total floor space under 50 square metres

  • due to be demolished by the seller or landlord and they have all the relevant planning and conservation consents

A building is also exempt if all of the following are true:

  • it’s due to be sold or rented out with vacant possession

  • it’s suitable for demolition and the site could be redeveloped

  • the buyer or tenant has applied for planning permission to demolish it

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What is the minimum EPC certificate rating needed to sell my property?

There is currently no minimum EPC rating required if you intend to sell your property

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What is the minimum EPC certificate rating needed to rent my property?

Current law states that a rental property must have an EPC rating of E or above.

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What could happen if I choose not to get an EPC?

It is a legal obligation to have an EPC if required, and failure to acquire an EPC when you need to can result in penalties.

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How long is an EPC Certificate valid for?

An EPC certificate is valid for 10 years.

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If you still can’t find what you’re looking for, please do not hesitate to give one of our experienced team a call on 07482179742 or email info@tl-inventory.co.uk

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