Commercial Energy Performance Certificates
EPCs certify how energy efficient a property is by providing a rating on a scale of A-G, with A being the most efficient.
The EPC rating is a theoretical representation of the performance of the property and takes account of the thermal performance of the fabric as well as the efficiency of building services such as heating, ventilation and lighting. It doesn’t take account of actual energy consumption or the management of the property.
The rating is derived by comparing the actual property against a benchmark for that property type and shows the extent to which the property being assessed is more or less efficient than the benchmark.
A Recommendation Report is also provided, highlighting improvements which might be made to the property to improve the energy rating. A Commercial Energy Performance Certificate is valid for 10 years, or until a newer version is produced.
Who needs a Commercial EPC?
EPCs a required when properties are sold, rented or newly constructed.
Exceptions to this are as follows;
- If a building is to be demolished.
- Temporary buildings with less than two years of usage.
- An entirely detached building with a total useful floor area of less than 50m2, and not a dwelling.
- Places of worship.
- Industrial sites, workshops and non-residential agricultural buildings with low energy demand.
When is an EPC required?
An EPC should be provided to a prospective tenant or buyer. Failing to do so can result in a financial penalty.
Commercial EPCs only apply to ‘Non-dwellings’. Where a property is a self-contained residential unit (house or flat) a domestic EPC will be required.
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Property Services Team
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