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. Dunstable is 31 miles north-west of London. We price licence condition and schedule-of-works there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Bedfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- LU6
- Location
- 31 miles north-west of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dunstable involve?
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Dunstable?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dunstable must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Dunstable?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,600 – £5,300 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £160 – £420 | inspection |
Prices in Dunstable are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: Set by the council’s deadline. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Dunstable landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Dunstable:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dunstable
Do you deal with the council for me?
We give you the evidence and can talk the council through the works if you want. The licence and any correspondence stay in your name.
How far do you travel from Dunstable?
We cover the whole of Bedfordshire and work UK-wide. For Dunstable the nearest towns on our list are Luton (5 miles), Leighton Buzzard (6 miles), Harpenden (9 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Dunstable?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Dunstable?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Dunstable
- Luton · 5 mi
- Leighton Buzzard · 6 mi
- Harpenden · 9 mi
- Berkhamsted · 9 mi
- Hemel Hempstead · 10 mi
- Ampthill · 10 mi
- All of Bedfordshire
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- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Dunstable
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Dunstable
- Fire doors in Dunstable
- Extensions for extra rooms in Dunstable
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