Advice line top queries – energy performance
The SAL advice helpline regularly receives calls from members confused about energy performance certificates and minimum energy efficiency requirements. Here are answers to the questions we are most frequently asked by members:
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Existing members please do log in to see the answers to these questions and see how you have done.
Not yet a member? Join us today for instant access and support.
- Do I need a new EPC every 10 years?
- Is there a minimum EPC requirement for property in Scotland?
- Will there be a minimum standard in the future?
- When are these changes expected to come in?
- Will there be exemptions?
The government is currently running a public consultation asking for views on its minimum energy efficiency standard proposals. The deadline for responses is 29 August so now is the time to submit your response if you haven’t done so already. For further information on EPCs and proposals for a minimum energy efficiency standard see SAL’s factsheet here.
