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Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Willesden

We carry out licence condition and schedule-of-works in Willesden, 5 miles west of London, working to the HMO rules that apply in England and to the council’s written HMO standards.

Newly fitted fire door with intumescent strips, smoke seals and overhead closer

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. Willesden is 5 miles west 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
NW10
Location
5 miles west of London
Council
London Borough of Brent
Pricing region
London

What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Willesden involve?

  • Certificates and photos for each item
  • A completion letter for your licence file
  • Advice on items that need a specialist
  • Follow-up works after re-inspection
  • Liaison with you before the council revisits

Which rules apply in Willesden?

Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Willesden 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:

  • Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
  • Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
  • Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
  • Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.

London Borough of Brent: local HMO schemes

Article 4 (HMO)In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 1 Nov 2022.
Additional licensingIn force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing in force 2 Feb 2026 to 1 Feb 2031.
Selective licensingIn force in part of the council area All wards except Wembley Park: Dollis Hill, Harlesden & Kensal Green, Willesden Green 1 Aug 2023-31 Jul 2028; 18 further wards 1 Apr 2024-31 Mar 2029.

Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Willesden before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Brent HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.

How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Willesden?

ItemUK typicalLocal guidePer
Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate)£1,500 – £5,000£1,900 – £6,400house
Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides)£800 – £2,000£1,000 – £2,550house
FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted£300 – £600£380 – £770door
EICR, 5+ bedroom house£150 – £400£190 – £510inspection

These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Willesden 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 Willesden, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.

When do Willesden 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 Willesden

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.

How far do you travel from Willesden?

We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Willesden the nearest towns on our list are Cricklewood (2 miles), Notting Hill (2 miles), Shepherds Bush (2 miles).

Which council covers HMOs in Willesden?

Willesden is covered by London Borough of Brent. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.

How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Willesden?

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.

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Free site visit, then a fixed written quote itemised against your council’s standards.

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