What specific EPC rating do my buy-to-let properties need to achieve by 2026 to avoid fines, and are there any exemptions for listed buildings or properties with specific construction challenges?
Quick Answer
As of December 2025, buy-to-let properties in England and Wales must hold a minimum EPC rating of E. Proposals for a C rating by 2025/2028 were withdrawn, meaning the current minimum 'E' rating remains.
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