Yes, Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are required for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) — but with some important details:
✅ When an EPC Is Required for HMOs:
Entire Property Is Let on a Single Tenancy:
If the whole HMO is rented under one tenancy agreement, an EPC is legally required.
Property Is Sold:
An EPC must be provided if the property is put up for sale, regardless of how it is occupied.
Each Unit Has Separate Services (e.g., Self-contained Flats):
If the HMO has been converted into self-contained units, each with its own kitchen and bathroom, individual EPCs may be required for each unit.
❌ When an EPC May Not Be Required for HMOs:
If the HMO is let to multiple tenants on separate agreements and they share communal facilities (kitchen, bathroom), an EPC is not typically required for the rental itself. However, this changes if you plan to sell the property.
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