The Government looks likely to raise the minimum energy efficiency standard (MEES) for to let commercial properties to Grade B by 2030 and is currently consulting on interim requirements, most likely minimum Grade C by 2027.
This is not as draconian as it may sound. The average EPC grade for commercial properties today is D.
There are over 1 million commercial EPCs on the Government’s database so we recommend landlords go to www.epcregister.com and enter the postcodes of all of their properties to find those which already have EPCs (some may have been obtained by their tenants).
Consider obtaining EPCs for properties that do not yet have one and start to plan now for improving those with poor grades, making good use of any void period as this is by far the easiest time to undertake work.
Vital have been producing high quality EPCs, throughout the Thames Valley and nationally, since they were first introduced. We can provide EPC upgrade advice which is bespoke to the building and takes account of client priorities.
We strongly recommend seeking this advice before going ahead with a refurbishment to ensure the right outcome at the lowest cost. For free and friendly initial advice please call 0345 111 7700.
