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. Plymstock is 2 miles east of Plymouth. 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
- PL9
- Location
- 2 miles east of Plymouth
- Pricing region
- South West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Plymstock involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
Which rules apply in Plymstock?
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 Plymstock before we price.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Plymstock?
| 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 |
Prices in Plymstock are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Plymstock, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Plymstock landlords need it?
Landlords in Plymstock 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 Plymstock
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.
Do you cover all of Plymstock?
Yes. We work across Plymstock and the PL9 postcode areas, plus the rest of Devon. Nearby places we also cover include Plymouth, Paignton, Newton Abbot.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Plymstock?
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 Plymstock?
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 Plymstock
- Plymouth · 2 mi
- Paignton · 24 mi
- Newton Abbot · 24 mi
- Torquay · 26 mi
- St Austell · 30 mi
- Exmouth · 35 mi
- All of Devon
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- Sound insulation in Plymstock
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Plymstock