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 City of Westminster 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
- SW1 and W2
- Location
- 1 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in City of Westminster involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in City of Westminster?
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 City of Westminster 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.
- 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 City of Westminster?
| 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 |
Prices in City of Westminster are shown with our regional adjustment for London (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: Set by the council’s deadline. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do City of Westminster landlords need it?
Landlords in City of Westminster most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in City of Westminster
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 City of Westminster do you work in?
All of them, including SW1 and W2, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in City of Westminster 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 City of Westminster?
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 City of Westminster
- Pimlico · 1 mi
- London · 1 mi
- Chelsea · 2 mi
- Battersea · 2 mi
- Brixton · 3 mi
- Fulham · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in City of Westminster
- HMO fire safety upgrades in City of Westminster
- Rewires and EICR remedials in City of Westminster
- Communal kitchen refits in City of Westminster
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in City of Westminster
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in City of Westminster
- Fire doors in City of Westminster
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in City of Westminster
- Extensions for extra rooms in City of Westminster