Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) in Northern Ireland
A legal requirement for landlords in Northern Ireland, valid for 10 years. It applies to every rented property, and must be done by an accredited EPC assessor.
At a glance
- How often
- Valid for 10 years
- Who does it
- An accredited EPC assessor
- Applies to
- Every rented property
- Legal status
- Legal requirement
Common questions
How long is the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) valid in Northern Ireland?
The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is valid for 10 years in Northern Ireland, unless something the rules name ends it sooner (see what the law says, below).
Who is responsible for the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)?
The landlord is responsible for arranging it. The work itself must be done by an accredited EPC assessor.
Does it apply to every rented property in Northern Ireland?
Yes. It applies to every rented property in Northern Ireland.
What does the law say?
Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) Regulations (NI) 2008 (SR 2008/170): a valid EPC before marketing a property to let, the rating shown in adverts, a copy free to prospective tenants and given to the tenant. Valid 10 years. Penalty £200. There is no minimum rating for NI lets in general; licensed HMOs must reach E or better under licence conditions.
Written from the same rule Beamwise uses to track this for properties in Northern Ireland, last updated . Rules change, so check the legislation named above or take professional advice before relying on it.
Other requirements in Northern Ireland
- Carbon monoxide alarms
- Certificate of fitness (pre-1945 property)
- Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
- Gas Safety Certificate (CP12 / LGSR)
- HMO chimney and flue cleaning
- HMO fire risk assessment
- HMO licence
- HMO portable appliance testing (PAT)
- Landlord Registration Scheme
- Smoke and heat alarms
- Tenancy deposit protection
- Tenancy Information Notice
- Chimney sweep / solid-fuel appliance service
- Legionella risk assessment
- Oil boiler service
- Rent increases: frequency and notice
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