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Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards: Impact on UK property management

26 March 2018

MEES are a key part of the strategic approach of the UK government to significantly reduce carbon emissions. This insight paper is designed to inform property owners, managers and valuers of the implications of MEES, which came into force on 1 April 2018.

The scope and various exemptions of MEES for non-domestic and domestic properties is also discussed as well as advice for landlords.

MEES: Impact on UK property management and valuation (PDF 3.42MB)

Published date: 20 March 2018

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