Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
The Minimum energy efficiency standards apply to all private rented properties that are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and are rented out on a relevant tenancy. More detailed guidance for landlords are on the links below.
What is MEES?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/BbRNAog5lJUw
Why is MEES important?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/fTZSMHnQakPO
What are the relevant energy efficiency standards?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/VzbnFLKvTsxC
What are the legal requirements?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/VtUaojh5y9C1
What are compliance notices?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/8dbCf4xKv2zl
What are financial penalties?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/UXyC6xi1DmH4
What are the exemptions?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/KuU2X9V3dIz4
What are my rights?
https://signin.riams.org/connect/documents/n1qHCBfvcLDp
Further guidance can be obtained from the government issued guidance for landlords The domestic private rented property minimum standard (publishing.service.gov.uk)
Guidance on applying for exemptions can be found Guidance on PRS exemptions and Exemptions Register evidence requirements - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)