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Important Changes to Legislation Regarding Commercial Buildings - Effective from 1st October 2008

The Government has introduced new legislation as part of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive ( England and Wales ) Regulations 2007. From 1st October 2008, all commercial properties being marketed for sale or lease will require by law a Commercial Energy Performance Certificate (CEPC). These are similar in nature to those included within the Home Information Packs for the disposal of residential accommodation. An EPC is valid for 10 years and during this time can be provided to all prospective tenants or purchasers.

A CEPC requires an inspection of the subject premises by an accredited CEPC Assessor, the production of a standard advisory report (on potential energy savings and low cost alternative energy providers) and the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).

What Are The Implications For You?
As Landlord or Owner you will be required to provide a Commercial Energy Performance Certificate and non compliance could result in possible action by Trading Standards Officers. Fines could be 12.5% of the rateable value, with a minimum fine of £750 and a maximum fine of £5,000. There is also the possibility of repeat fines for continuing non compliance.

What Is The Procedure?
A CEPC can only be carried out by a qualified Assessor and we can either carry out the CEPC for you in house or can source a CEPC provider on your behalf.

What Is The Likely Cost?
The cost of a CEPC depends on a number of factors including size, location, usage and age of a building or premises and is likely to vary considerably. The inspection, calculations and report can take some time to complete which obviously have cost implications. As a rough guide the cost is likely to be in the region of 15p to 50p per sq.ft

CEPC Direct Contact Information
For a quotation please register the details in our Online System and we will contact you as soon as possible. Alternatively please email CEPC Information or call 0800 2800 122