Energy Performance Certificates - Important Info for Landlords
Jane Gardner : Head of Lettings : 12 September 2008
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL LANDLORDS. NEW LEGISLATION REGARDING ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATES FROM 1ST OCTOBER 2008.
As from 1st October 2008, all rental properties in England and Wales will be required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) prior to marketing.
The good thing is that these certificates will remain valid for 10 years, however, tenants will be able to see, at a glance, how energy efficient and environmentally friendly your property is! The report will give you the current ratings and the recommendations for improving the property in order to lower the running costs and CO2 emissions, in other words to help the environment.
Of course, it is another expense to consider at the outset of renting your property, but, in the long run, this legislation is designed to encourage people to consider their carbon footprint and, surely, that cannot be a bad thing.
For Landlords who have been trying to sell and are now considering the rental option, you would already have an EPC as part of your HIP. However, if you don’t have one organised and are marketing or considering marketing your property for rent, please call us to organise one or you could end up losing valuable marketing time while waiting on your certificate to come through.
Call your local Parkheath office for EPC details today.
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