East Riding of Yorkshire Council is currently undertaking a survey of landlords and letting agents in the area to ensure that properties being rented out to tenants have a valid energy performance certificate.
Under the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations 2007, landlords and letting agents are required to provide a valid energy performance certificate free of charge.
These certificates provide information to prospective tenants about the energy efficiency of a property and give an indication of how much it is likely to cost to run.
The survey will help the council determine the level of compliance with the current regulations amongst local landlords and letting agents.
Survey forms were sent out in October asking landlords and letting agents what procedures they have in place in line with the regulations and, where necessary, offering advice and further information.
To date, 43 per cent of landlords have responded, with over 100 seeking further information and advice. Reminder letters have been sent out to non-respondents and officers will continue in their efforts to ensure all landlords are aware of their obligations.
Although there are enforcement powers under the legislation, the aim of the survey is to ensure landlords and letting agents are aware of the law and are compliant, not to punish those who are not complying.
For further information call (01482) 396301 (select option 2), or email private.sector.housing@eastriding.gov.uk
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