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Written question asked by Gideon Amos (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 25 June 2026. It was answered by Martin McCluskey (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Energy Performance Certificates: Private Rented Housing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, when his Department plans to publish the finalised Home Energy Model band boundaries that will define compliance with the new EPC C standard for private rented properties ahead of the 1 October 2030 deadline.

Answer

The government's Home Energy Model: Energy Performance Certificate consultation closed in March. The consultation included questions on the proposed C rating requirements across the Fabric Performance, Heating System and Smart Readiness metrics, which will underpin minimum energy efficiency standards in the private rented sector from 2030.

We are currently reviewing consultation responses and will publish the Government Response later this year.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12481
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Private rented housing Standards Energy performance certificates
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk