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 Blackheath 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SE3 and SE13
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blackheath involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
Which rules apply in Blackheath?
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 Blackheath before we price.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 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 Blackheath?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Blackheath follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Blackheath, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Blackheath landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Blackheath
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.
How far do you travel from Blackheath?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Blackheath the nearest towns on our list are Greenwich (1 miles), Catford (2 miles), Eltham (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Blackheath need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Blackheath?
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 Blackheath
- Greenwich · 1 mi
- Catford · 2 mi
- Eltham · 2 mi
- Canary Wharf · 3 mi
- Peckham · 3 mi
- Canning Town · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Blackheath
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Blackheath
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Blackheath
- Communal kitchen refits in Blackheath
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Blackheath
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Blackheath
- Fire doors in Blackheath
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Blackheath
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Blackheath