Real World Energy Solutions operates a large national network of accredited EPC assessors giving us an unrivalled capability to deliver EPC’s across the whole of the UK and Northern Ireland.
What is a Commercial EPC?
An EPC records the energy efficiency rating of a building in a certificate format that is to be provided to potential owners or occupiers of a building.
It allows potential occupiers to consider energy efficiency as part of their investment or business decision to buy or lease premises and will be used as a benchmark to compare with other comparable properties.
It also includes recommendations on how the energy efficiency of a building could be improved.
When is an EPC required?
An EPC is required when a building is Sold, Let or Constructed. It is necessary to provide the EPC as soon as the process of marketing the building For Sale or To Let commences.
A building will only fall within the requirement for an EPC if it has a roof and walls and uses energy to condition the indoor climate (heating mechanical ventilation and air conditioning etc). The provision only of hot water and electrical lighting does condition the indoor environment and therefore would not trigger an EPC.
In a multi-occupied building with a common heating system the EPC can be provided for the whole building or a part of the building if it is designed to be used separately. In any event an EPC will be required for any part of a building that is self contained with its own heating system.
In general terms an EPC should reflect the accommodation being sold or let.
When is an EPC not required?
An EPC is not required on Construction, Sale or letting of the following:-
Places of worship.
Temporary buildings with a planned time use of less than 2 years.
Stand alone buildings with a GIA of less than 50sqm (538sqft).
Workshops and non-residential agricultural buildings with low energy demand.
Buildings that are due to be demolished (it will be necessary to demonstrate the case for demolition).
How long does an EPC last?
An EPC for a non dwelling building is valid for 10 years.
Who can provide an EPC?
An EPC has to be produced by an Energy assessor that is a member of an accredited scheme.
What are the penalties for not having an EPC?
The penalty for failing to make an EPC available is a fixed fine of 12.5% of the rateable value of the building enforceable by trading standards. The range of penalties under this formula are set with a minimum of £500 and capped at a maximum of £5,000.
Please note and for the avoidance of doubt having paid the fine it will then still be a requirement for the EPC to be made available.
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