EPCs for listed buildings?

Has anyone heard anything definite to answer on this seemingly ongoing subject? I have seen so many comments, sites, suggested possibles etc, including government sites, that I’m beginning to wonder if anybody even cares!

So many forbidden changes would be required to most listed buildings to make them a C grade that it’s a no-no, but where can I find this categorically stated so it is perfectly valid for all to see?

My letting agents insist they have to have an EPC to let all such properties, and as the minimum grade is E, which is easily achievable, it is no problem, but EPC C would be another matter without major changes which are not permitted. And if we are exempt money is being wasted on unnecessary certification.

Any help would be gratefully received.

Thanks,

Graheme

Editor’s Note: The government’s consultation on Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime, partial government response says:

“We recognise the concerns raised from the heritage sector about EPC recommendations not being applicable to their dwellings, and will ensure that any PRS MEES regulatory approaches provide sufficient flexibility for properties where certain retrofit might not be suitable, with further detail included in the ‘Improving the energy performance of privately rented homes’ government response.”

More information can be seen here.