Glossary · UK
What is EPC?
Energy Performance Certificate — required for UK property sales/lettings.
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An EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rates a UK property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Required by law for property sales, lettings and new builds. Valid 10 years. Rented properties must achieve at least E rating since 2018 (minimum will rise to C by 2030 for new tenancies). EPC ratings affect: mortgage borrowing power (some lenders give «green mortgages» for A-C properties), buy-to-let viability, council grants for insulation, and resale value (each band step ~5-10% premium).
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