Licence condition works are the jobs a council asks for before or after granting an HMO licence: things like extra detection, fire doors, a second bathroom, kitchen changes or repairs. For a house in Nigg we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Aberdeenshire, Scotland
- Postcodes
- AB10, AB11, AB12 and AB24
- Location
- 2 miles south of Aberdeen
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Nigg involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Certificates and photos for each item
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Nigg?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Nigg must satisfy national law for Scotland, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Nigg?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,400 – £4,750 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
Prices in Nigg are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Nigg, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Nigg landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Nigg
Can you help with an improvement notice?
Yes. We carry out the works listed in the notice and give you evidence of completion. Legal questions about the notice are for your adviser.
How far do you travel from Nigg?
We cover the whole of Aberdeenshire and work UK-wide. For Nigg the nearest towns on our list are Aberdeen (2 miles), Westhill (7 miles), Inverurie (16 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Nigg?
With the local council for the address. Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Nigg?
Our guide ranges for Scotland are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Licence condition and schedule-of-works near Nigg
- Aberdeen · 2 mi
- Westhill · 7 mi
- Inverurie · 16 mi
- Peterhead · 29 mi
- Fraserburgh · 40 mi
- Arbroath · 43 mi
- All of Aberdeenshire