Elvet Chartered Surveyors can provide non-domestic EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates) for commercial properties which will be required when constructed, sold or let.

The EPC is designed to illustrate to prospective buyers or tenants how energy efficient a building is by assigning a rating which is measured on a scale; with A-rated properties representing the most efficient and G-rated the least. Furthermore, the certificate will contain recommendations for cost-effective improvements advising how to improve the energy efficiency of the building and reduce fuel bills.

A commercial property is exempt from providing an energy performance certificate if the owner can demonstrate that the building meets any of the following criteria:

• The property is used as a place of worship or any other religious activities.
• The property is a temporary building, which will be used for two years or less.
• The property is a detached building with a gross internal floor area of less than 50m².
• The property is listed or officially protected and alterations to achieve the minimum energy requirements would unacceptably alter it.
• The property is an industrial workshop or non-residential agricultural buildings that does not use much energy.

In addition, a building may also be exempt if all three of the below issues can be evidenced:

• The buyer or tenant has applied for planning permission to demolish the building.
• The property is to be bought or sold with vacant possession and
• The property is suitable for demolition and the land can be redeveloped.

Our surveyors are accredited Non-Domestic Energy Assessors (NDEAs) who will undertake the necessary SBEM calculation to facilitate lodgement of the energy performance certificate on your behalf.

If you wish to receive further advice how our service could benefit your project, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss further.

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