Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 50427

Energy: Conservation

Tabled: 6 May 2025
Answered: 14 May 2025

Question

Terry Jermy

LabourSouth West Norfolk

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how minimum energy efficiency standards take into account properties which are not occupied for less than half of the period between 1 October and 30 April.

Answer

Miatta Fahnbulleh
As of April 2020, privately rented homes in England and Wales are required to meet the minimum standard of Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) E before they can be let, unless a valid exemption applies. The regulations are applicable if a property is let...

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