About the event

The publication of the Future Homes Standard (FHS) marks a definitive leap toward a zero-carbon future, establishing a new benchmark for low-carbon, future-proofed homes. With the regulations coming into effect on the 24th of March 2027, the industry must prepare for the end of fossil fuel heating and navigate complex new compliance methodologies.

The Future Homes standard comprises of updates to Part F (ventilation) and Part L (energy efficiency) of the building regulations, so will also apply to deep retrofit projects. Arriving at a time of significant economic challenge, this session will help architects, contractors and developers find a way to deliver "future-ready" homes without stalling supply. 

Why Attend?

• Audit your compliance roadmap: Gain clarity on the final FHS mandate, including the removal of gas boilers, new functional requirements for on-site renewable electricity (typically 40% of ground floor area in solar PV) and new homeowner handover requirements.

• Master the Home Energy Model (HEM): Understand the fundamental shift from SAP's basic compliance checklist to HEM's advanced, physics-based simulation. We will explore the new granular data requirements – including half-hourly calculation intervals and local weather files – and what this means for standard house types across different regions.

• Map the transition timeline: Learn how to navigate the operational move towards the 24th of March 2027 implementation date. This includes understanding the 12-month transition period, the interim use of SAP 10.3 and the eventual 24-month dual-run of the Home Energy Model (HEM).

• Evaluate design and technology shifts: Assess the strategic implementation of heat pumps and 4th generation heat networks. Understand how new configuration-based U-value calculations may drive the need for triple glazing.

• Prepare for EPC Reforms: Understand the government's plans for late 2027 to shift Energy Performance Certificates away from single A-G ratings. Learn how the new multiple-metric system (Fabric, Heat, Smart and Cost) will impact property valuations and project handovers.

• Bridge the viability gap: Discover practical strategies to balance increased build costs with economic delivery, leveraging the insight that existing high-fabric designs may only require slight solar uplifts to pass the new standards.

• Strengthen supply chain resilience: Identify current delivery risks and learn how to collaborate across the supply chain to ensure consistent, viable project output in a declining market

ARB and RIBA Mandatory CPD Requirements

As of January 2024, all architects on the UK Register are required by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) to record and confirm participation in CPD to maintain registration. ARB’s CPD scheme is activity-based and is focused on learning outcomes. You can find out more about ARB’s CPD requirements here.

This course relates to environmental sustainability, which is one of the mandatory topics for the 2025 ARB scheme.

About the trainer

Jack Allen, Managing Director, Building Energy Experts

Jack Allen is the Managing Director of Building Energy Experts, an award-winning sustainability consulting, testing and retrofit company dedicated to bridging the energy efficiency performance gap. With over 14 years of experience, Jack’s expertise spans the entire building lifecycle – from planning-stage sustainability statements to post-completion testing and retrofit delivery.

Jack's team works closely with architects, developers, housing associations and councils to ensure measurable outcomes in carbon reduction, a commitment recently recognised with the 'Consultancy' award at the 2025 Bristol Property Awards and 'Supply Chain Partner of the Year' at the 2025 Unlock Net Zero Awards.