MEES: Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards

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The Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015 (henceforth “the Regulations”) are designed to tackle the very least energy efficient properties in England and Wales – those rated F or G on their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). These properties waste energy – not only contributing to the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, but also an unnecessary cost on business and the wider economy. The Regulations establish a minimum standard for both domestic and non-domestic privately rented property.

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Effective dates

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1st April 2016 – Domestic tenants can request energy efficiency improvements to properties and reasonable requests cannot be refused.

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1st April 2018 – All privately rented buildings where new leases are granted or are renewed must have an EPC with an ‘E’ rating or above. Domestic and non-domestic Exclusions apply.

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1st April 2020 – All privately rented domestic buildings must have an EPC with a rating of ‘E’ or above. Exclusions apply.

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1st April 2023 – All privately rented non-domestic buildings must have a n EPC with a rating of ‘E’ or above. Exclusions apply.

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How can Sustineo help?

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We can provide tailored guidance on how to achieve to meet your MEES obligations and can assist in registering an Exemption where appropriate.