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 Southampton (SO14 and SO15) 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. Southampton has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SO14 and SO15
- Location
- 43 miles south-west of Reading
- Council
- Southampton City Council
- Pricing region
- South East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Southampton involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Southampton?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Southampton 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.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Councils can fine up to £7,000 where a Category 1 hazard is not removed when it reasonably could have been.
Southampton City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area City-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) adopted 23 Mar 2012. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in nine wards (Banister & Polygon, Bargate, Bassett, Bevois, Freemantle, Millbrook, Portswood, Shirley, Swaythling) 1 Oct 2025-30 Sep 2030. |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Southampton before you buy or start work. Source: Southampton City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Southampton?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,700 – £5,600 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Southampton 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.
For student houses in Southampton, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Southampton landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Southampton:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Southampton
Can you meet a council deadline?
In most cases, yes, if we see the list early. Send it to us as soon as you get it and we will tell you straight away if a deadline looks tight.
How far do you travel from Southampton?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Southampton the nearest towns on our list are Hythe (3 miles), Totton (4 miles), Eastleigh (5 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Southampton?
Southampton is covered by Southampton City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Southampton?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Southampton
- Hythe · 3 mi
- Totton · 4 mi
- Eastleigh · 5 mi
- Fareham · 10 mi
- Cowes · 11 mi
- Winchester · 12 mi
- All of Hampshire
Other HMO services in Southampton
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Southampton
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Southampton
- Communal kitchen refits in Southampton
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Southampton
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Southampton
- Fire doors in Southampton
- House to HMO conversion in Southampton
- Ensuite installation in Southampton