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. For a house in Stockport we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- SK1, SK2, SK3 and SK4
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stockport involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Certificates and photos for each item
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Stockport?
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 Stockport before we price.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Stockport?
| 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 Stockport 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 Stockport landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stockport
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 Stockport?
Yes. We work across Stockport and the SK1, SK2, SK3 and SK4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Hazel Grove, Cheadle Hulme, Denton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stockport?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Stockport?
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 Stockport
- Hazel Grove · 2 mi
- Cheadle Hulme · 3 mi
- Denton · 4 mi
- Hyde · 4 mi
- Droylsden · 5 mi
- Dukinfield · 5 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Stockport
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Stockport
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Stockport
- Communal kitchen refits in Stockport
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Stockport
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stockport
- Fire doors in Stockport
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Stockport
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Stockport