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. For a house in Brentwood we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM14
- Location
- 20 miles north-east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brentwood involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Brentwood?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brentwood 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:
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Brentwood?
| 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 Brentwood 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 Brentwood, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Brentwood landlords need it?
Landlords in Brentwood most often ask us for this when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brentwood
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 Brentwood do you work in?
All of them, including CM14, and the surrounding parts of Essex.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Brentwood?
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 Brentwood?
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 Brentwood
- Billericay · 5 mi
- Hornchurch · 6 mi
- Romford · 6 mi
- Basildon · 7 mi
- Dagenham · 8 mi
- South Ockendon · 8 mi
- All of Essex
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