EPC requirements postponed on new build properties
November 23, 2007
A recent report has revealed that the government has delayed requirements for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) on new build properties.
The EPC forms part of the Home Information Packs that are now required for properties of three bedrooms or more that are being marketed for sale. From 6th April the builder responsible for new builds will also be responsible for ensuring that there is an EPC available. This move was supposed to commence in January, but has been delayed by several months.
One industry official stated: “We are disappointed the government has chosen to delay the introduction of EPCs on all new build homes until April 6 2008 – putting the launch three months behind schedule.”
She also said: “Not only does this disadvantage purchasers of new build properties, who will be missing out on EPCs, but will also be a blow for energy assessors who are already struggling to find work due to the delayed HIP launch and consequent phased roll-out - this further delay will therefore be a great disappointment to them.”
She added: “We hope the government realises the strain that this delay will be putting on energy assessors and will continue with its stated agenda going forward. In addition, to ensure confidence in the market is maintained, we urge the government to introduce the phased roll-out of HIPs on one and two bed properties as a matter of urgency.”
This is one of a number of delays and problems that have been encountered with the roll out of Home Information Packs, which were introduced earlier this year. The packs are meant to apply to all residential properties being marketed for sale, but so far have only been rolled out to homes of three bedrooms or more.
Alan Wright
23rd
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