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. Bideford is 36 miles north-west of Exeter. 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
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- EX39
- Location
- 36 miles north-west of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bideford involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Bideford?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bideford 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.
- 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 Bideford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,550 – £5,200 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £160 – £420 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bideford 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 Bideford landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bideford
What if the council disagrees with the work?
We build to the written list and standards. If the council asks for more, we price the extra items separately.
Which postcodes in Bideford do you work in?
All of them, including EX39, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bideford?
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 Bideford?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Bideford
- Barnstaple · 8 mi
- Tiverton · 32 mi
- Exeter · 36 mi
- Heavitree · 37 mi
- Porthcawl · 39 mi
- Pyle · 41 mi
- All of Devon