What if a property has an EPC rating of F or G?
Since 1 April 2020, properties with an EPC rating of F or G are now classed as unrentable and energy efficiency improvements must be made to raise the raise the EPC rating to meet the minimum requirement.
However, under the regulation’s cost cap, landlords will never be required to spend more than £3,500, including VAT for energy efficiency improvements. Where a property cannot be improved sufficiently to achieve an EPC rating of E for £3,500 or less, landlords must take all steps up to £3,500 and register an ‘all improvements made’ exemption.
Some properties are exempt from the regulations; for example, if the building is listed or protected. If the property meets the guidelines for exemption, the landlord can apply via the PRS Exemption Register