Is there an EPC database?
The Energy Performance of Buildings Register (the register) is the official place for all Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), Display Energy Certificates (DECs) and Air Conditioning Inspection Reports (ACIRs).
Where is the new EPC register?
New EPC Register Website To compliment the new EPC Certificate the UK government have launched a new website to host the England and Wales EPC Register. This can be found at https://find-energy-certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/ . This replaces the old EPC Register website which was hosted at www.epcregister.com.
Can I get a copy of my EPC certificate?
The EPC Register website is the official website for EPC-related inquiries and requests. You can find a copy of an existing EPC through the EPC Register. You can find the EPC Register website at https://www.epcregister.com/home.html. Enter the Report Reference Number (RRN) for the existing EPC.
Where is my energy performance certificate?
An EPC can only be produced by an accredited energy assessor who will visit the property to carry out an assessment. A copy of the EPC is lodged on a national register and this can be accessed via the EPC search facility on the EPC Register.
What is the minimum EPC rating to let a property?
E
Introduction. As of 1 April 2018 there is a requirement for any properties rented out in the private rented sector to have a minimum energy performance rating of E on an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
Can you sell a property with an EPC rating of F?
An EPC will always need to be provided by the landlord prior to a property being let. From 1st April 2018, any properties rented out in the private rented sector will need to have an EPC rating of at least ‘E’ – properties rated as ‘F’ and ‘G’ cannot lawfully be let out after this date.
Do I need to renew an EPC during a tenancy 2020?
April 2020 Changes From this point, an EPC rating of an E or above is required to let your property at all. Even if your tenancy is already underway and you have no plans to renew, from 1st April 2020, you need to have an EPC rating of E or above or you could face fines.
Can you sell a property without an EPC?
By law, an EPC is required when you sell a property. It is the vendor’s responsibility to make sure the property is in possession of a valid EPC when it is marketed for sale. You will need to make sure that if the EPC has expired, you commission a new one before the property goes on the sales market.
Is an EPC rating of E good?
EPC rating A = 92-100 SAP points (most efficient) EPC rating E = 39-54 SAP points. EPC rating F = 21-38 SAP points. EPC rating G = 1-20 SAP points (least efficient)
Is it illegal to rent a property without an EPC?
It is against the law to advertise a property for rent without an EPC. If you didn’t know you had to see an EPC before you signed a tenancy agreement, and you have learned that your home does not have one, you can make a complaint to your local Trading Standards office.
Can you get a mortgage with a low EPC rating?
A low EPC rating can prevent you from getting a mortgage for a property you wish to buy, or one you already own. It’s also difficult to secure a mortgage for an additional property if you already have some in your portfolio with low EPC ratings.
Is it illegal to market a property without an EPC?
Can I sell my property without an EPC? Yes, as long as you have ordered the EPC before putting your property on the market. Failure to do so could result in a fine.