Landlords and agents are encouraged to respond here: Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime – GOV.UK
Topic of this consultation
This consultation seeks views on the reform of the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPB) framework. It covers the following areas:
- clarifying and consolidating regulations, and focusing on improving the applicability, quality, and data usage of energy certificates in domestic and non-domestic buildings
- updating EPC metrics
- refining requirements for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Display Energy Certificates (DECs)
- improving data management protocols and strengthening quality control
- revising air conditioning inspection reports (ACIRs)
Landlords can skip any parts of the survey that aren’t relevant to their business. Landlords should pay close attention to the Private Rented Sector section of the survey (Chapter 3).
