Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to his Department’s announcement of 23 September 2024, on minimum energy efficiency standards, what assessment he has made of the average cost of making a listed dwelling meet the EPC 'C' requirements by 2030; and whether listed buildings will be required to meet that statutory target.

The Government will consult shortly on increasing minimum energy efficiency standards in the domestic private rented sector. The consultation includes proposals on required spend from landlords and potential exemptions. It will be accompanied by the Department’s assessment of potential cost to landlords. Following the consultation and legislation changes, we will issue guidance to landlords to comply with the requirement, and publish this on gov.uk. The Energy Performance of Buildings reform consultation, published in December 2024, proposes that valid EPCs should be required for all rented heritage buildings so that owners are well-informed about their building’s energy performance alongside recommendations for improvements.