SAP Ratings
The European Energy Performance in Buildings Directive has been amended. In April 2006 the new Part L energy regulations came into force with immediate effect.
The Building Regulations Part L is still separated into dwellings (Part L1) and non-domestic buildings (Part L2).
Ce2 are geared up to undertake all domestic and non-domestic Part L requirements for 2006 Part L and future regulations currently being considered.
For dwellings the SAP 2005 has replaced SAP 2001 with the more relaxed Target U-value and Elemental Methods becoming redundant.
Example SAP 2005 building Energy Certificate
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What is a SAP Rating?
SAP is the current ‘Energy Audit’ process (Standard Assessment Procedure)
SAP scores a building for Energy Efficiency between 1 and 100.
SAP 2001 has been revised to SAP 2005 to align it with 2006 Part L1 building regulations. Part L1 and SAP are separate but related pieces of legislation.
The SAP procedure upgrade to SAP 2005 incorporates lighting energy, renewable and energy saving technology and takes into account the effects of thermal bridging. |
A version of the SAP score will be used within the EPBD and therefore as a certificate with the Home Information Packs (HIPs)
 SAP focuses on Energy Efficiency
Part L focuses on Carbon Emissions
Part L1A revolutionises building regulations for domestic properties by laying down energy conservation standards to which all new build houses or apartment projects must adhere. Part L1B regulates energy standards within the existing building stock by providing standards for extensions and renovation work.
Ce2 regularly perform Part L1 compliancy documentation for domestic dwellings including the submission of SAP calculations and Part L1 compliance documents to Building Control.
Whether it is a new housing development or apartment complex, or an extension to your house, no matter how small or large, we can comprehensively undertake all your Part L1 and SAP Calculation requirements.
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