Sustainability Flashcards
1
Q
how often do you need to get a new EPC
A
10 years
2
Q
what buildings are exempt from EPC
A
Listed buildings, religious buildings, buildings due to be demolished
3
Q
what are the epc requirements for marketing
A
agents are responsible for procuring EPC’s
Only actual energy rating is required
Must be commissioned within 7 days of the commencement of marketing
4
Q
What are the penalties if a commercial building does not update its EPC rating
A
Max penalty is equal to 12.5% of the RV of the building
5
Q
what does BREEAM stand for
A
The Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment method
6
Q
what is BREEAM
A
a sustainability assessment system for buildings. It evaluates a building’s environmental impact throughout its lifecycle, from design to operation
