Government publishes update on Commercial Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards
The government announced that from 2031 all private‑rented commercial buildings over 1,000 sqm in England and Wales must achieve an EPC B rating, with smaller buildings remaining at the current EPC E minimum.
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- Jul 23, 2026
- Last updated
- Aug 17, 2026 (2 days ago)
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