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 Chiswick (W4) 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- W4
- Location
- 6 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chiswick involve?
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
Which rules apply in Chiswick?
Here is what usually applies to a Chiswick job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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 Chiswick?
| 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 Chiswick 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 Chiswick, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Chiswick landlords need it?
Landlords in Chiswick most often ask us for this when:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chiswick
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 Chiswick?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Chiswick the nearest towns on our list are Acton (1 miles), Barnes (1 miles), Shepherds Bush (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Chiswick?
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 Chiswick?
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 Chiswick
- Acton · 1 mi
- Barnes · 1 mi
- Shepherds Bush · 2 mi
- Notting Hill · 3 mi
- Fulham · 3 mi
- Putney · 3 mi
- All of Greater London