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EER Energy Efficiency Rating

Understanding the EER Energy Efficiency Rating in Your Australian Capital Territory Property Contract

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Frequent Risk Signals

• Rescission Rights: If a valid EER is not included in the required disclosure documents of the ACT Contract, the buyer may have a legal right to rescind the contract before completion, though this right is subject to strict timeframes and conditions under the Civil Law (Sale of Residential Property) Act 2003.
• Outdated Reports: A major buyer's risk involves relying on an EER that is several years old; if the property has been modified or the rating standards have changed, the actual energy performance may be significantly lower than stated.
• Hidden Utility Costs: A low star rating (e.g., 0 or 1 star) is a red flag for high electricity and gas bills, which can add thousands of dollars to the annual cost of living in the Canberra climate.
• Renovation Requirements: Buyers may find that a low EER prevents them from making certain structural changes without also paying for expensive insulation or glazing upgrades to meet current Australian Capital Territory building codes.
• Valuation Discrepancies: Bank valuers often consider the EER when determining the property's market value; an inaccurate or poor rating could lead to a lower-than-expected valuation, potentially causing a shortfall in mortgage funding.
• Chinese-Australian Investor Compliance: Investors must ensure the EER is accurately disclosed to tenants; failing to provide an accurate rating in future lease agreements can lead to disputes and penalties under ACT residential tenancy laws.