Insights & guides
Commercial energy compliance, in plain English
Practical guides for landlords, managing agents and developers on EPC, MEES, Part L, TM44 and Fire Risk compliance across London.
5 May 2026 · 8 min read
MEES 2027 deadline: what London commercial landlords need to do now
The proposed MEES tightening to EPC C in 2027 will catch out London commercial landlords. What's actually law, what's still consultation, and what to do today.
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5 May 2026 · 6 min read
TM44 air-conditioning inspection: cost, frequency and what gets you fined
What the TM44 inspection actually involves, how often it's needed, what it costs in London commercial property, and the £300 penalty if you skip it.
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5 May 2026 · 7 min read
Part L 2021 explained: SBEM, BRUKL and the 27% CO₂ reduction
What changed in Approved Document L Volume 2 (2021), how SBEM and BRUKL work in practice, and what developers need to brief their assessor before submission.
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5 May 2026 · 7 min read
Fire Safety Act 2021 and Building Safety Act 2022: what landlords need to know
How the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Building Safety Act 2022 changed Fire Risk Assessment duties for landlords of commercial premises and residential blocks.
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5 May 2026 · 9 min read
What is energy compliance? A plain-English guide for UK property owners
Energy compliance is the legal framework that requires UK buildings to meet minimum energy and efficiency standards. Here's what it covers and what it costs to get wrong.
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