Oxford City Council sets goal for 95% EPC C rating on council homes
What happened
Oxford City Council has adopted the Housing Revenue Account Property Retrofit and Sustainability Roadmap 2026-2031. The plan aims for 95 per cent of the city's 8,000 council properties to achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2030. The strategy prioritizes 'fabric first' upgrades, such as insulation and improved ventilation, before considering low-carbon heating options.
Why it matters
The roadmap outlines a long-term direction for making council homes warmer and greener, aiming to lower bills for tenants. This investment in housing stock aligns with new government minimum energy efficiency requirements for social housing.
Oxford City Council is currently managing the housing crisis in the city, implementing solutions, and pressuring the government for necessary council powers.
Who's involved
- Oxford City CouncilThe local government body implementing the property retrofit roadmap
- OxfordThe city where the council manages its housing stock
Who could feel it
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The roadmap aligns with new government minimum energy efficiency requirements for social housing, potentially affecting regulatory standards.
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The entities involved
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Oxford City Council
local government for the city of Oxford in England
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Oxford
city in Oxfordshire, England