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. In Woodford Green, a town of about 23,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- IG8 and IG9
- Location
- 9 miles north-east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Woodford Green involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Woodford Green?
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 Woodford Green before we price.
- 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.
- 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 Woodford Green?
| 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 Woodford Green follows a site visit.
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 Woodford Green landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Woodford Green:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Woodford Green
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 Woodford Green?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Woodford Green the nearest towns on our list are Chingford (2 miles), Walthamstow (2 miles), Leytonstone (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Woodford Green 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 Woodford Green?
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 Woodford Green
- Chingford · 2 mi
- Walthamstow · 2 mi
- Leytonstone · 3 mi
- Edmonton · 4 mi
- Tottenham · 4 mi
- Ilford · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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