Home Information Packs (HIP) : Energy Legislation & Regulations Explained

Who Needs a Home Information Pack (Hip)?

From the 14th December 2007 any property that is marketed for sale in England and Wales will need a Hip.
Can I market the property before I receive the Hip?

The Hip needs to be ordered when the property is first put on the market, at the moment and until 31st December 2008, you do not need to have possession of the Hip but must have proof that one has been ordered.

From January 1st the EPC must be available even if other components of the Home Information Pack Are not yet ready.
What?s in the Hip

In brief the pack contains:
  • An index (i.e. a list of the contents of the HIP)
  • A sale statement (summarising the terms of sale)
  • Evidence of title
  • Standard searches (i.e. local authority enquiries and a drainage and water search)
  • An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
  • Commonhold information (where appropriate)
  • A copy of the lease (where appropriate)
  • Property Information Questionaire

Energy Regulations came into force at the beginning of October in England and Wales which requires all landlords to give new tenants a certificate showing the energy efficiency of their rented property. This will allow potential tenants to consider energy efficiency and fuel costs.

Customer Quotes

Hi I would just like to thank Peter for the great training provided for the DEA course on 29/30th May.

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