Mind the energy gap: commercial landlords face a closing window on EPC compliance
A chilly draught is blowing through the commercial property market, as tightening EPC rules mean landlords must seal the gaps in energy performance before key deadlines shut them out of future lettings. Under current proposals, the minimum EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating for commercial properties is set to increase from E to B, with legal prohibitions on letting non-compliant buildings. For many landlords, this will demand significant investment and forward planning to avoid regulatory penalties or stranded assets. What’s changing and what’s at stake The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards –…
