LANDLORDS ARE TO SEE WHETHER EPC TARGET DATE BE SET IN STONE OR DELAYED, WHAT THEY’RE REALLY DOING FOR THIS”

Ready for the green light

Professional landlords’ awareness of changes within the BTL market is also reflected in their efforts to make their stock sustainable to meet possible government targets. As the government is still assessing its proposals to raise the minimum EPC rating for private rental homes to C by 2025, property investors are keeping themselves informed of any updates to prepare for the potential adjustment. “At the moment, landlords are waiting to see whether that target date will be set in stone or will be delayed, but what they’re really doing well is preparing for this,” shares Adrian. “They’re looking at their assets and researching what improvements need to be made, how much that would cost, and how long it might take.”