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In response to the EPBD; as of 4th January, 2009 all commercial property for sale or let now require a commercial EPC |
The commercial EPC will tell you how energy efficient the commercial property is on a scale of A-G, with A being the most efficient. The certificate also tells you, on a scale of A-G, about the impact the property has on the environment. |
Under current commercial EPC legislation a commercial EPC is not required on the following exempt premises:
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On lease renewals or extensions that were in place prior to 1st October, 2008
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Places of worship
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Stand alone buildings less than 50 square metres
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Properties with consent to be demolished within a 2 year period
Non-compliance with commercial EPC legislation will result in a penalty. The penalty is of up to 12.5% of the rateable value of the property, with a minimum of £500 and a maximum of £5,000. This is in addition to the cost of a compliant commercial EPC Display Energy Certificate (DEC) |
The commercial EPC is combined with a recommendation report on how the property’s energy efficiency can be improved, in addition to a potential rating if the recommendation work is carried out
Commercial EPC’s are valid for a 10 year period |
It is now mandatory that a commercial EPC is in place prior to marketing a commercial property. |
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Newly constructed commercial buildings are also required to have an EPC
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