(1)The power to make energy performance regulations is exercisable in relation to new premises.
(2)Accordingly, in section 250 (except in the definition of “premises” in section 250(5))—
(a)a reference to premises includes new premises;
(b)a reference to the energy usage and energy efficiency of premises includes the anticipated energy usage and energy efficiency of new premises.
(3)In this section “new premises” means premises—
(a)which are being constructed or adapted, or
(b)which it is proposed to construct or adapt.
Commencement Information
I1S. 251 in force at 26.12.2023, see s. 334(3)(h)