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 Bushey (WD1, WD2 and WD23) 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
- Hertfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- WD1, WD2 and WD23
- Location
- 14 miles north-west of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bushey involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Bushey?
Here is what usually applies to a Bushey job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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 Bushey?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,600 – £5,300 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £850 – £2,100 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £160 – £420 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for East of England, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Bushey follows a site visit.
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 Bushey landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bushey:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bushey
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 Bushey?
Yes. We work across Bushey and the WD1, WD2 and WD23 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hertfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Watford, North Watford, Borehamwood.
Does a shared house in Bushey 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 Bushey?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Bushey
- Watford · 2 mi
- North Watford · 3 mi
- Borehamwood · 4 mi
- Harrow · 5 mi
- Rickmansworth · 5 mi
- Ruislip · 6 mi
- All of Hertfordshire