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Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
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What is Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
This has been introduced by government to improve the quality of private rented buildings and reduce the overall CO2 emissions in accordance with the UKs targets for decarbonisation. From 1st April 2018, phase one of the MEES regulations came into force which has big implications for landlords of private rented property. As a result of this, it is now deemed unlawful to let properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating below an ‘E’ rating and Landlords could face financial penalties of up to £5,000 for not meeting these minimum standards.
Energy Assessors can help Landlords by commissioning an up to date EPC which will determine the energy efficiency of their existing housing stock. The recommendations from the EPC can also help to clarify potential improvement measures.
Non-Domestic Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
Since 2018, granting new leases for privately rented commercial properties with an EPC
rating below an 'E' has been illegal. This scope will be expanding further in 2023 to include existing leases. The government has also established a long-term target of EPC
rating B for all privately rented commercial properties by 2030, with the industry just
waiting on how this will be implemented.
Energy Assessors should encourage landlords to get an up-to-date EPC as soon as possible to determine the energy efficiency of their existing properties. Non-domestic properties typically take longer to improve, so early action is recommended.
Non-domestic landlords' non-compliance cost is significantly higher as it is linked to the
rateable value of the property- which means it could be as much as £150,000.
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