The Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015 have been introduced to improve the energy efficiency of the UK’s existing building stock.

Under this legislation non-domestic private rented properties are required to qualify to minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) as rated by each building’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

Currently, qualifying buildings with an EPC Asset Rating in the F & G Bands are considered sub-standard and must be upgraded.

From 1 April 2018 it has been unlawful to grant a tenancy to new or existing tenants for buildings in the F & G Bands.

Landlords will need to ensure compliance with the regulations before a lease is granted. The regulations also apply to sub-lettings and assignments.

From 1 April 2030, it is anticipated that all non-domestic, let properties must have an EPC rating of C or better including those where a lease is already in place.

Please follow the link for more information on ESOS:
Non-domestic private rented property: minimum energy efficiency standard – landlord guidance – GOV.UK

How can Michael Carr Consultancy assist?

Michael Carr has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry and is a Chartered Building Services Engineer. As a CIBSE registered Low Carbon Consultant he has been providing non-domestic EPCs since their inception in 2008. He can deliver a full MEES compliance service incorporating:

• Advice on the interpretation of the MEES Regulations

• Re-assessment of existing EPCs.

• Registering exemptions with supporting evidence.

• The development of a cost-effective plan to raise the EPC Asset rating of a subject building from the F or G Band to E or better.

• Specifying energy efficiency measures including Builder’s works and Mechanical & Electrical Services to invite competitive tenders.

• Supervising the installation of recommended energy efficiency measures.

• Lodgement of new EPCs following implementation of energy efficiency measures.