For sale sign outside new build houses and flats. LANDLORDS who rent out homes which break energy efficiency rules could face fines of up to £5,000 as regulations begin to be enforced. Bury Council says it has identified an initial 326 private rented properties in the borough that are not compliant with the regulations, as they have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of F or G. Such a rating could leave homes vulnerable to damp and fuel inefficiency with tenants facing higher fuel bills and risks to health. The council’s cabinet have backed plans for more enforcement of the regulations including fines of up to £5,000 for the owner of each property which does not comply with the regulations.