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. In Sandhurst, a town of about 21,000 people in Berkshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Berkshire, England
- Postcodes
- GU17, GU47 and RG45
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Sandhurst involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Sandhurst?
Here is what usually applies to a Sandhurst job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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 Sandhurst?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,700 – £5,600 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Sandhurst follows a site visit.
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 Sandhurst landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Sandhurst:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Sandhurst
Can you meet a council deadline?
In most cases, yes, if we see the list early. Send it to us as soon as you get it and we will tell you straight away if a deadline looks tight.
Do you cover all of Sandhurst?
Yes. We work across Sandhurst and the GU17, GU47 and RG45 postcode areas, plus the rest of Berkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Crowthorne, Yateley, Camberley.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Sandhurst?
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 Sandhurst?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Sandhurst
- Crowthorne · 2 mi
- Yateley · 2 mi
- Camberley · 2 mi
- Farnborough · 4 mi
- Fleet · 5 mi
- Bracknell · 5 mi
- All of Berkshire
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