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. In Barnes, a town of about 21,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SW13
- Location
- 6 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Barnes involve?
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Barnes?
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 Barnes 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 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 Barnes?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,900 – £6,400 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £190 – £510 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Barnes 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 Barnes, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Barnes landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Barnes
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 Barnes do you work in?
All of them, including SW13, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Barnes?
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 Barnes?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Barnes
- Chiswick · 1 mi
- Putney · 2 mi
- Fulham · 2 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Richmond · 3 mi
- Acton · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Barnes
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Barnes
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Barnes
- Communal kitchen refits in Barnes
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Barnes
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Barnes
- Fire doors in Barnes
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Barnes
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Barnes