Grade C on EPC

[Eco Deal]

Can we clear something up

Does the property have to be a grade C before or after the solar P.V installation ?:38:

 

[TedM]

The PV is allowed to contribute towards the grade C.

 

[Eco Deal]

is this correct is it not before?

 

[TedM]

68. It should be noted that the installation of solar PV is itself a measure which improves the energy efficiency rating of a building, and which could therefore contribute towards achieving the requirement. The proposal is that a dwelling should attain EPC level C or above, taking account of the installation of the solar PV for which an application for FITs is made.

From todays DECC consultation doc.