EPC and Energy Efficiency
Minimum EPC rating of E required. Your rights if the property is cold and inefficient.
Private rental properties must have a minimum EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of E. Your landlord must provide you with a copy of the EPC.
Current Rules
- Minimum EPC rating of E required since 2020
- Landlord must give you the EPC before you sign the tenancy
- Properties with F or G ratings cannot be legally let (with some exemptions)
What EPC Ratings Mean
- A-B: Very efficient, low bills
- C: Above average efficiency
- D: Average
- E: Below average (current minimum for rentals)
- F-G: Poor, expensive to heat
Future Changes
The government has proposed increasing the minimum to C by 2030, though this isn't yet law. Keep an eye on announcements.
If your property is cold and expensive to heat, check the EPC rating. A low rating combined with poor insulation could be a health hazard.
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