Are you considering an EPC Survey for a commercial property? Then you need to know all about
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and how they can help your business save energy.

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a legal requirement for all commercial buildings in the
United Kingdom. It evaluatesa building’s energy efficiency based on its current use and construction,
as well as determining what improvements can be made.

Improve Your Energy Efficiency
Energy Performance Certificates offers valuable recommendations to enhance energy efficiency and
reduce energy consumption.

By effectively implementing the suggested improvements from your EPC, you can boost your
property’s Energy Efficiency Rating and ensure significant savings in running costs

Comply With Legislation
Compliance with UK legislation ensures your property’s high energy efficiency, conveying to potential
tenants/buyers that minimal maintenance will be required and energy costs will be lower, ultimately
increasing its value.

Comply With MEES
Commercial Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations require landlords of non-
domestic properties to ensure a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC]) rating for their
properties. Currently, the minimum standard is EPC E. This means that, unless a valid exemption
applies, it is unlawful to rent out a commercial property with an EPC rating below E, even for existing
tenancies.

Here’s a breakdown of the key aspects:
Current Requirements:

•EPC E:
Since 2018, it has been unlawful to grant new leases for commercial properties with an EPC rating
below E.

•Existing Leases:
From April 1, 2023, this requirement also applies to existing commercial leases.

Future Changes:
•EPC C:
The government has proposed a phased approach to raising the minimum standard, with a target of
EPC C for all privately rented commercial properties by 2027.

•EPC B:
The long-term target is an EPC B rating by 2030 for all privately rented commercial properties.

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