Scottish Government Heat in Buildings Bill Consultation

Thu 22 Feb 2024

Scottish Government’s is holding a consultation on proposals for a Heat in Buildings Bill with a deadline of 8th March 2024 for responses. 

This consultation proposes new laws which include:

- Setting a minimum energy efficiency standard for homes (to be met before the end of 2028 for homes in the private rented sector and before the end of 2033 for owner-occupied homes)  

- Prohibiting the use of polluting heating systems (e.g. gas boilers) after 2045

- Requiring people and businesses to end their use of polluting heating when a heat network becomes available or following the purchase of a property

The Scottish Government are inviting people to take time to review and complete the consultation before the deadline of 8th March 2024. 

Full Details on the consultation can be found Here