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Rural landlords face significant retrofit costs on EPC reform

The Government’s confirmation all privately rented homes in England and Wales must achieve the equivalent of an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of at least C by October 2030 presents a major challenge

Alex Black
Deputy Editor
clock • 2 min read
Rural landlords face significant retrofit costs on EPC reform

Rural estates are often older, off-grid and subject to heritage constraints, which will mean landlords are facing significant retrofit costs in reaching the required rating, according to Carter Jonas....

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