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 Golborne (WA3 and WA12) 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
- WA3 and WA12
- Location
- 15 miles west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Golborne involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Golborne?
Here is what usually applies to a Golborne job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Golborne?
| 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 Golborne 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 Golborne, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Golborne landlords need it?
Landlords in Golborne most often ask us for this when:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Golborne
What if the council disagrees with the work?
We build to the written list and standards. If the council asks for more, we price the extra items separately.
Do you cover all of Golborne?
Yes. We work across Golborne and the WA3 and WA12 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Newton-le-Willows, Ashton in Makerfield, Leigh.
Does a shared house in Golborne 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 Golborne?
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 Golborne
- Newton-le-Willows · 2 mi
- Ashton in Makerfield · 2 mi
- Leigh · 3 mi
- Hindley · 4 mi
- Wigan · 5 mi
- Atherton · 5 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Golborne
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Golborne
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Golborne
- Communal kitchen refits in Golborne
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Golborne
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Golborne
- Fire doors in Golborne
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Golborne
- EPC and energy upgrades in Golborne