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 Stretford, a town of around 40,000 people in Greater Manchester, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M17, M32, M33 and M41
- Location
- 4 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stretford involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
Which rules apply in Stretford?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stretford 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.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Stretford?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Stretford can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: Set by the council’s deadline. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Stretford landlords need it?
Landlords in Stretford most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stretford
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.
Do you cover all of Stretford?
Yes. We work across Stretford and the M17, M32, M33 and M41 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Old Trafford, Urmston, Sale.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stretford?
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 Stretford?
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 Stretford
- Old Trafford · 1 mi
- Urmston · 2 mi
- Sale · 2 mi
- Eccles · 2 mi
- Salford · 3 mi
- Swinton · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Stretford
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Stretford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Stretford
- Communal kitchen refits in Stretford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Stretford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stretford
- Fire doors in Stretford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Stretford
- Ensuite installation in Stretford