The countdown is on to bring the UK rental market up to scratch when it comes to EPC ratings and energy efficiency. But most landlords have it covered.

There is a Bill currently making its way through Parliament that is likely to result in a further shakeup to the current minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) that apply to the UK rental sector.

The Bill requires that the regulations will change to mean all new tenancies must have an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of at least Band C from 31 December 2025. For existing tenancies, this will apply from 31 December 2028.

While the rule change is not set in stone, it seems likely that the government will tighten the rules around EPC Scores of rental homes, as the country strives to meet its emissions commitments and targets. And many landlords are already taking matters into their own hands to get ahead of the game.



A Star Residential receives regular consultation on the portfolios EPC status from "i Do EPC - Domestic Energy Consultants"

Aiden Poulton is a qualified RdSAP Energy Assessor (DEA)