The government launched a consultation on raising the minimum EPC standard for private rented properties to EPC C. New lets would need to meet EPC C by 2025 under the original proposals, with existing tenancies following by 2028. A cost cap of 10,000 per property was proposed.
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero launched a consultation on new minimum energy efficiency standards for the private rented sector in England. The central proposal was to require all newly let properties to achieve EPC C by 2025, with existing tenancies required to meet the standard by 2028.
The consultation sought views on the proposed cost cap, exemption framework, and enforcement mechanisms. A cap of 10,000 per property was proposed, above which landlords could register a cost cap exemption rather than carry out further works.
Landlords with F and G rated properties were reminded that the existing EPC E minimum remains in force and that non-compliance already carries civil penalties of up to 10,000. The consultation closed in March 2023. The government subsequently revised the timetable, with EPC C for new lets now proposed from 2028.
Action required
Respond to the consultation if wished. Begin assessing your portfolio against EPC C requirements. Commission EPC assessments for D and E rated properties.
Effective
1 January 2025 (proposed at consultation; since revised to 2028)
Who this affects
All private landlords in England
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