2008 now sees the dawn of a new era in the way in which business will be conducted. We have already seen the introduction of the Home Information Pack
and since
14th December 2007 all homes marketed for sale in England and Wales
have required a HIP.
A not so widely known fact is that the Home Information Pack is just the first of a series of measures by the Government to reduce Global Warming, and forms a wider initiative to cut carbon emissions, driven by the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) .
The new regulations have already started to introduce changes to the way buildings are being designed and the anticipated further tightening of the regulations will increase this significantly.
2008 sees the start of major government implementation affecting all areas of the property sector. We have developed a core suite of services tailored to property professionals. So, whether your requirement is for a HIP, EPC, DEC, Asset Rating, or Thermography, you will find us uniquely positioned to take care of the challenges you will face in coming months.
New and existing buildings, landlords and tenants will all be affected by the EPBD. Property professionals throughout England and Wales will need to ensure that they do not fail in their responsibility to their clients. If you are acting in the capacity of sales, letting, managing agent or developer you should be informing your clients now, as delays could prove costly.
Our project team are actively resource-planning our clients' portfolio requirements. So don't be caught unprepared - contact us now for an informal chat on: 0845 643 0056.
Regulation 5 states:
The seller or landlord shall make an EPC available to any prospective buyer or tenant:
(a) at the earliest opportunity; and
(b) in any event before entering into a contract to sell or rent out the building, or
(if sooner) no later than —
(i) The first time written information is made available to enquirers;
or
(ii) the time at which the person is first given a viewing.
Communities and Local Government
SI 2007:991, England and Wales.
EPCs on sale or rent.
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