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Living in an EPC F or G property: the tenant enforcement walkthrough (MEES + RRA, 2026)
11 May 2026

Living in an EPC F or G property: the tenant enforcement walkthrough (MEES + RRA, 2026)

An EPC of F or G has been an unlawful let since 2020. Maximum penalty is now GBP 30,000 per breach. The tenant walkthrough - EPC register check, landlord letter, and the council enforcement route.

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Energy Efficiency and Rent Increases: How Your Property's EPC Rating Matters
10 Apr 2026

Energy Efficiency and Rent Increases: How Your Property's EPC Rating Matters

Your property's energy efficiency rating is not just about bills. If your landlord is proposing a rent increase on a property with a poor EPC, you may have genuine leverage to challenge it.

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