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Government postpones EPC on new builds

November 14, 2007 by admin  
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In another change to the roll out of the controversial Home Information Packs, the government has announced a delay in the need for new build properties and conversions to require an EPC or Energy Performance Certificate, which forms part of the HIPs.

This requirement was due to start in January, but has now been postponed until 6th April next year, at which time the home builder will be responsible for the provision of an EPC.

The government has experienced a number of delays in the roll out of HIPs, which at present are only required for properties of three bedrooms or more but are meant to be rolled out to all properties.

An official from Easier2move stated: “We are disappointed the government has chosen to delay the introduction of EPCs on all new build homes until April 6 2008 – putting the launch three months behind schedule.”

She added: “Not only does this disadvantage purchasers of new build properties, who will be missing out on EPCs, but will also be a blow for energy assessors who are already struggling to find work due to the delayed HIP launch and consequent phased roll-out – this further delay will therefore be a great disappointment to them.”

She also said: “We hope the government realises the strain that this delay will be putting on energy assessors and will continue with its stated agenda going forward. In addition, to ensure confidence in the market is maintained, we urge the government to introduce the phased roll-out of HIPs on one and two bed properties as a matter of urgency.”

Tom Smith
14th November 2007

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