Upgrading private rentals to EPC C estimated to cost £19.9bn by 2030
Original Article Summary
The research indicates that 50.1% of privately rented homes in England are currently below the government’s minimum EPC C standard
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Analysis reveals £19.9bn investment needed to upgrade 2.48 million privately rented homes to EPC C by 2030, with median costs of £8,017 per property. London faces highest regional cost at £4.3bn.
Investor Relevance
Critical for landlords facing mandatory compliance costs averaging £8,017 per property. Affects acquisition decisions, cash flow planning, refinancing needs, and portfolio strategy. Properties below EPC C may become unmarketable or require significant capital injection.
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