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 Runcorn 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
- Cheshire, England
- Postcodes
- WA7 and WA8
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Liverpool
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Runcorn involve?
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Runcorn?
Here is what usually applies to a Runcorn 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Runcorn?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,450 – £4,800 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Runcorn can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Runcorn 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 Runcorn
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.
Do you cover all of Runcorn?
Yes. We work across Runcorn and the WA7 and WA8 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cheshire. Nearby places we also cover include Widnes, Halewood, Speke.
Does a shared house in Runcorn need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Runcorn?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Runcorn
- Widnes · 1 mi
- Halewood · 4 mi
- Speke · 5 mi
- Great Sankey · 5 mi
- Huyton · 7 mi
- Prescot · 7 mi
- All of Cheshire
Other HMO services in Runcorn
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Runcorn
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Runcorn
- Communal kitchen refits in Runcorn
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Runcorn
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Runcorn
- Fire doors in Runcorn
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Runcorn
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Runcorn