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 Winchester, a town of around 45,000 people in Hampshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards. With students as well as working sharers renting in Winchester, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SO21, SO23 and SO25
- Location
- 12 miles north of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Winchester involve?
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Winchester?
Here is what usually applies to a Winchester 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.
- 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 Winchester?
| 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 Winchester 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 Winchester, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Winchester landlords need it?
Landlords in Winchester 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 Winchester
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.
How far do you travel from Winchester?
We cover the whole of Hampshire and work UK-wide. For Winchester the nearest towns on our list are Eastleigh (7 miles), Southampton (12 miles), Totton (13 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Winchester?
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 Winchester?
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 Winchester
- Eastleigh · 7 mi
- Southampton · 12 mi
- Totton · 13 mi
- Andover · 13 mi
- Hythe · 15 mi
- Fareham · 16 mi
- All of Hampshire
Other HMO services in Winchester
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Winchester
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Winchester
- Communal kitchen refits in Winchester
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Winchester
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Winchester
- Fire doors in Winchester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Winchester
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Winchester