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. Landlords in Chester-le-Street (DH2 and DH3) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- County Durham, England
- Postcodes
- DH2 and DH3
- Location
- 8 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Council
- Durham County Council
- Pricing region
- North East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chester-le-Street involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
Which rules apply in Chester-le-Street?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chester-le-Street 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.
- 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.
Durham County Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Directions cover Durham City and other named areas (2016-2022); extension to rest of county proposed. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 103 designated areas 1 Apr 2022-31 Mar 2027; consultation on a replacement (87 postcodes, c.38% of PRS) closed 12 Aug 2026. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Chester-le-Street before you buy or start work. Source: Durham County Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Chester-le-Street?
| 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 – £4,600 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £740 – £1,850 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £370 | inspection |
Prices in Chester-le-Street are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow Set by the council’s deadline on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Chester-le-Street landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Chester-le-Street:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chester-le-Street
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 Chester-le-Street?
Yes. We work across Chester-le-Street and the DH2 and DH3 postcode areas, plus the rest of County Durham. Nearby places we also cover include Washington, Houghton-Le-Spring, Stanley.
Which council covers HMOs in Chester-le-Street?
Chester-le-Street is covered by Durham County Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Chester-le-Street?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Chester-le-Street
- Washington · 4 mi
- Houghton-Le-Spring · 5 mi
- Stanley · 5 mi
- Durham · 6 mi
- Felling · 7 mi
- Gateshead · 7 mi
- All of County Durham
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- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chester-le-Street
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- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chester-le-Street
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chester-le-Street
- Fire doors in Chester-le-Street
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chester-le-Street
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