If you rent out property, the Government has confirmed a new deadline that could affect your portfolio. By 1 October 2030, all rental properties must achieve a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, unless a valid exemption is registered.
This applies to all rented homes, including properties with existing tenants, and forms part of the Government’s Warm Homes Plan, aimed at improving energy efficiency across the private rented sector.
A key focus is a “fabric first” approach, prioritising insulation, glazing, and window upgrades before more complex or costly measures.
Following sector feedback, the Government has revised earlier proposals:
- The original £15,000 spending cap per property has been reduced to £10,000, with lower caps for homes valued under £100,000.
- Any qualifying energy efficiency improvements from October 2025 count towards this cap.
- The 2028 deadline for new tenancies has been removed, meaning all rental properties now share a single compliance date in 2030.
- Low-interest loan funding will be available to support landlords with improvements.
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has welcomed the changes as a more realistic approach to improving rental housing energy efficiency.
At Drivers & Norris, we recommend landlords start reviewing their properties now to plan for any necessary improvements. Our team can provide guidance on compliance and help you understand how these changes may affect your portfolio.
Act early to stay ahead of the 2030 EPC deadline.
— Drivers & Norris
Source: Property Industry Eye