Commercial Energy Performance Certificates & Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Advice
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- Our in-house team of highly experienced Energy Consultants, we are also well placed to provide cost-effective and practical consultation.
- MEES Compliance as well as EPCs & BRUKL Reports for newly constructed commercial buildings.
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Energy Performance Certificate?
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are needed whenever an eligible property is constructed, sold or rented out. Property owners must provide an EPC for potential buyers or tenants before marketing a property to sell or rent. This is a requirement of the Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012.
In addition a landlord will be required to obtain an EPC after installing certain improvements before they let the property. This is a requirement of the Building Regulations 2010.
For more information relating to Non-Domestic EPCs and MEES please explore the Frequently Asked Questions below.
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Commercial Energy Performance Certificate & Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
Commercial Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) (Also known as Non-Domestic EPCs) are legally required for the sale or let of all commercial properties within the UK. Each Commercial EPC shows prospective purchasers or occupants the calculated energy efficiency of the building with an energy classification ranging from A – G which allows similar buildings to be compared. Each Non Domestic Energy Performance Certificate also has an accompanying recommendation report which highlights a range of potential improvement measures.
The importance of Commercial EPC ratings has significantly increased following the introduction of the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in April 2018, as it is now prohibited to lease commercial properties with an EPC rating within the F or G bands until work has been carried out to improve the rating to at least an E. There are also further proposals that the standard could be raised further to a D rating by 2025 and a C rating by 2030.
Since our in-house team of Energy Consultants are accustomed to working on new who well as providing Commercial EPCs, we can also provide tailored advice on the most cost effective and least disruptive ways to improve your EPC rating to comply with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
Non-Domestic Energy Performance Certificate & MEES FAQs
Who do the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards apply to?
From 1 April 2018, landlords of privately rented property in England or Wales must ensure that their properties reach at least an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E before granting a new tenancy to new or existing tenants.
These requirements will apply to all private rented properties in England and Wales, even where there has been no change in tenancy arrangements from 1 April 2023 for non-domestic properties.
There are also further proposals that the standard could be raised further to a D rating by 2025 and a C rating by 2030.
What if a building doesn't comply with MEES requirements?
The first step would be to arrange an EPC survey. One of our Assessors would gather the information required to produce an EPC but would not necessarily need to lodge the EPC, therefore saving the client multiple lodgement fees.
Our Assessor would then be in a position to advise what improvement could be made to the building to improve the EPC rating, keeping a strong emphasis on cost effective and practical improvement measures.
Once the client has agreed and completed the improvements, we can then re-visit the property for verification and register the newly compliant EPC.
Are there any exemptions from the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards?
Yes there are exemptions for some landlords. Further details can be found on the Government website.
Do the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards apply to existing tenancies?
From 1st April 2023 the MEES requirements apply to all non-domestic buildings, regardless of whether there is an existing tenancy. There are some exceptions to the requirements which can be viewed here.
Who enforces the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards?
Local Authorities are responsible for enforcing MEES regulations.
The penalty for renting out a property for a period of fewer than three months in breach of the MEES Regulations will be equivalent to 10% of the property’s rateable value, subject to a minimum penalty of £5,000 and a maximum of £50,000.
Renting out a non-compliant property for a period of more than 3 months can result in a fine of 20% of the rateable value with a minimum fine of £10,000 to a maximum of £150,000.
Do properties being sold need to comply with the MEES regulations?
No, however since the introduction of MEES legislation purchasers may be unwilling to complete on a property that they cannot rent out without making improvements.
How can EPS Group help with
Non-Domestic Energy Performance Certificates & Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards?
Our highly experienced and fully accredited Non-Domestic Energy Assessors unrivalled customer support and technical consultation focused on providing cost-effective and practical solutions to achieving compliance with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) and Non-Domestic Energy Performance Certificate requirements.
There are many reasons to appoint us to provide your Non-Domestic EPC and MEES requirements including:
- Fixed price fees
- Significant discounts for multiple EPC's
- Practical, cost effective MEES solutions
- Independent client focused service
- Highly experienced in-house team
- Multi-disciplined team providing a range of related services including SBEM Calculation & Air Tightness Testing
How it Works
Request a quotation
You give us the go ahead
We’ll arrange a site visit or request your plans
Our experienced Energy Assessors will complete the Non-Domestic EPC
How it Works
Request a quotation
You give us the go ahead
We’ll arrange a site visit or request your plans
Our experienced Energy Assessors will complete the Non-Domestic EPC
