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. Stanley is 8 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne. 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
- County Durham, England
- Postcodes
- DH9
- Location
- 8 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Council
- Durham County Council
- Pricing region
- North East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stanley involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Stanley?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Stanley before we price.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
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 Stanley 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 Stanley?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North East, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Stanley 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 Stanley landlords need it?
Landlords in Stanley most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stanley
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.
Which postcodes in Stanley do you work in?
All of them, including DH9, and the surrounding parts of County Durham.
Which council covers HMOs in Stanley?
Stanley 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 Stanley?
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 Stanley
- Chester-le-Street · 5 mi
- Consett · 5 mi
- Gateshead · 8 mi
- Washington · 8 mi
- Felling · 8 mi
- Durham · 8 mi
- All of County Durham
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