Only an EPC generated from data lodged on the register and allocated a unique reference number is authentic. The register helps to protect the consumer. Any party holding a copy of an EPC can verify its authenticity by comparing the paper copies against the copies held on the register.
An EPC can be downloaded from the register website using the unique reference number or by using the full postcode of the building or a combination of the name of the street and post town in which the building is located (although this will bring up a selection of postcodes for that street). However, the owner or occupier of the building may ‘opt-out’ of making the report available in this way.
An opt-out may be exercised by the owner or occupier of the building to which the data relates notifying the keeper of the register (in writing, or by email) that the data is not to be disclosed. The owner or occupier may withdraw the opt-out in the same way. See Energy Performance Certificates: opt-out of public disclosure.
Mike Gordon
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