Improving the energy efficiency of our buildings: Local weights and measures authority guidance for the enforcement of the requirements of the Energy performance of buildings (England and Wales) regulations 2012 (as amended)
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Explains the requirements of the 2012 regulations and directive and subsequent amendments, covering how they work in practice, applying the regulations, the responsibilities for sellers, landlords, building owners and occupiers, builders and their agents and the role of enforcement agencies to make sure responsibilities are met.
History
Updates Improving the energy efficiency of our buildings: Local weights and measures authority guidance for the enforcement of the requirements of the Energy performance of buildings (England and Wales) regulations 2012 (DCLG, 2014). This document is part of a suite of documents explaining the requirement for energy performance certificates (EPCs), display energy certificates (DECs) and air conditioning inspection reports under the Energy performance of buildings (England and Wales) regulations 2012. Buildings in Northern Ireland and Scotland are subject to separate regulatory requirements and are not covered by or referred to in this guidance.
Subjects
- Environmental issues/energy
- Special subject areas
- Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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