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 Braintree (CM7 and CM77) 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
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM7 and CM77
- Location
- 29 miles south-east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Braintree involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Braintree?
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 Braintree before we price.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Braintree?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,600 – £5,300 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | 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 Braintree can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Braintree, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Braintree landlords need it?
Landlords in Braintree most often ask us for this when:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Braintree
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.
Which postcodes in Braintree do you work in?
All of them, including CM7 and CM77, and the surrounding parts of Essex.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Braintree?
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 Braintree?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Braintree
- Witham · 7 mi
- Chelmsford · 10 mi
- Maldon · 11 mi
- Sudbury · 13 mi
- Haverhill · 15 mi
- Colchester · 15 mi
- All of Essex
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