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 Farnworth (BL3 and BL4) 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 Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- BL3 and BL4
- Location
- 8 miles north-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Farnworth involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Farnworth?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Farnworth 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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 Farnworth?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,450 – £4,800 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North West, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Farnworth 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 Farnworth, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Farnworth landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Farnworth
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 Farnworth?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Farnworth the nearest towns on our list are Walkden (2 miles), Bolton (3 miles), Radcliffe (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Farnworth 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 Farnworth?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Farnworth
- Walkden · 2 mi
- Bolton · 3 mi
- Radcliffe · 3 mi
- Tyldesley · 4 mi
- Swinton · 4 mi
- Whitefield · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Farnworth
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Farnworth
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Farnworth
- Communal kitchen refits in Farnworth
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Farnworth
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Farnworth
- Fire doors in Farnworth
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Farnworth
- Student HMO refurbishment in Farnworth