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. Highbury is 3 miles north of London. We price licence condition and schedule-of-works there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- N5
- Location
- 3 miles north of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Highbury involve?
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Highbury?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Highbury 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:
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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 can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Highbury?
| 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 Highbury can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow Set by the council’s deadline on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Highbury 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 Highbury
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.
Which postcodes in Highbury do you work in?
All of them, including N5, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Highbury 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 Highbury?
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 Highbury
- Islington · 1 mi
- Holloway · 1 mi
- Stamford Hill · 2 mi
- Archway · 2 mi
- Camden Town · 2 mi
- Chalk Farm · 2 mi
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