News Roundup July 2026
Nottingham Property & EPC Update – Latest Energy News (July 2026)
The past month has brought several important developments for landlords, homeowners and property professionals. If you own, manage or are thinking of selling or letting a property in Nottingham, here's what you need to know.
Landlords Warned They're Not Ready for EPC C
Recent research suggests that many landlords are still unprepared for the proposed requirement for rental properties to achieve an EPC rating of C by October 2030. One survey found that a significant proportion of landlords were unaware of both the proposed deadline and the standard required.
What this means
If your rental property currently has an EPC rating of D or below, now is a good time to understand what improvements may be needed. Leaving upgrades until the last minute could mean higher costs and reduced availability of contractors.
Mortgage Lenders Begin Supporting Energy Improvements
One encouraging development is that some mortgage lenders are beginning to offer financial support specifically for energy efficiency improvements. New initiatives include free property surveys and preferential loans for landlords looking to improve properties below EPC C.
This reflects a growing recognition that improving energy efficiency benefits both landlords and tenants through lower running costs and potentially higher property values.
EPC Reform Continues Behind the Scenes
The Government continues to work on wider reforms to the EPC system. Future EPCs are expected to provide more detailed information about a property's energy performance, using additional measures beyond the current single letter rating.
For now, existing EPCs remain valid, but property owners should be aware that the assessment system is likely to evolve over the coming years.
Planning Ahead Makes Financial Sense
Although 2030 may seem some way off, improving an older property rarely happens overnight.
Many Nottingham homes—particularly Victorian terraces and inter-war properties—may require a combination of insulation, heating improvements and ventilation upgrades to achieve higher EPC ratings.
Planning improvements over several years often:
spreads the cost
allows upgrades to coincide with other renovation work
avoids rushing work as regulations approach
What This Means for Nottingham Property Owners
Homeowners
A current EPC provides a useful roadmap for reducing energy bills and identifying improvements that can increase comfort and property value.
Landlords
If your property is currently rated D or below, now is the ideal time to understand what work may eventually be required. Early planning usually provides more options and lower costs
Letting & Estate Agents
Energy efficiency is becoming an increasingly important consideration for buyers and tenants. Helping clients understand EPC ratings and improvement options adds real value.
Book an EPC Assessment in Nottingham
I provide professional domestic EPC assessments throughout Nottingham for homeowners, landlords, letting agents and estate agents.
As well as providing an accurate EPC, I'm happy to explain the result and discuss practical, cost-effective ways to improve your property's energy performance.
If you'd like to book an assessment or have any questions about your property's EPC, I'd be delighted to help.