New homes in Linlithgow development to get top eco rating

All 40 new homes at Cala's new Queenswood development in Linlithgow have been designed to achieve an A-grade energy performance certificate

All the homes in a new development in Linlithgow will be built to the highest binding energy-efficiency standards in what is a first for the housebuilder.

The 40 properties at the Queenswood scheme, by Cala Homes (East), have been designed to achieve an A-grade energy performance certificate (EPC).

The move will ensure residents benefit from lower energy bills and a reduced impact on climate change.

An EPC is required to sell or lease a home in the UK.

The average EPC rating in Scotland is currently graded D.

The housebuilder is the first to create a scheme where all of its homes are A-rated.

Such properties are usually bespoke projects constructed by specialist builders.

“We’re in the realm of the dedicated eco-homes here, created by specialist builders in very small numbers,” said Tom Mitchell, technical director with Cala Homes (East).

The properties benefit from modern styling, with a raft of energy-efficiency measures and eco-friendly additions - such as renewable energy and access to charging for electric vehicles

“All of our new homes across the country are built to be highly-efficient, and taking the decision to design and spec the homes at Queenswood to grade A EPC ratings is an exciting step forward.

“It is testament to the attention to detail of our design team and commitment as a business to sustainability.