- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- DT, BH, SP, BA
- Main towns
- Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Christchurch
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dorset involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Dorset?
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Dorset?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: Set by the council’s deadline. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Licence condition and schedule-of-works by town in Dorset
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dorset
Can you meet a council deadline?
In most cases, yes, if we see the list early. Send it to us as soon as you get it and we will tell you straight away if a deadline looks tight.
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 carry out licence condition and schedule-of-works across Dorset?
Yes, across the whole of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth.
Who licenses HMOs in Dorset?
HMOs in Dorset are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.