Residential Landlords

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in the residential Private Rented Sector (PRS) apply to privately rented domestic properties in England and Wales.

The aim of MEES regulations is to improve the energy efficiency and quality of privately rented homes, in line with the UK government’s targets for decarbonisation.

A property’s energy efficiency rating is recorded on an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), ranging from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Since 1st April 2020, landlords in the residential PRS sector can no longer let or continue to let properties covered by the MEES Regulations if they have an EPC rating of E or higher (D-A), unless they have a valid exemption in place. Landlords face financial penalties of up to a maximum of £5,000 per property for non-compliance.

The new UK government has recently confirmed plans which will mandate all rented properties to achieve a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030.

We understand that many landlords will find this financially onerous and we are committed to keeping costs down, whilst maintaining our high standards.

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Are you a residential landlord looking for more advice on the matter? Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you.

The benefits of a good EPC rating

In addition to comlying with current and forthcoming regulations with regards to EPCs, making the required changes to your rental property will reduce tenants’ energy bills. This can only benefit both current and future tenants.

If you would like to learn more, please contact our team who are more than happy to answer any questions or queries you may have.