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 Greenock 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
- Inverclyde, Scotland
- Postcodes
- PA15 and PA16
- Location
- 20 miles west of Glasgow
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Greenock involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Greenock?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Greenock must satisfy national law for Scotland, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Greenock?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,400 – £4,750 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | 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 Greenock 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 Greenock landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Greenock:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Greenock
Can you help with an improvement notice?
Yes. We carry out the works listed in the notice and give you evidence of completion. Legal questions about the notice are for your adviser.
How far do you travel from Greenock?
We cover the whole of Inverclyde and work UK-wide. For Greenock the nearest towns on our list are Port Glasgow (3 miles), Helensburgh (4 miles), Vale of Leven (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Greenock?
With the local council for the address. Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Greenock?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Greenock
- Port Glasgow · 3 mi
- Helensburgh · 4 mi
- Vale of Leven · 7 mi
- Dumbarton · 7 mi
- Erskine · 12 mi
- Johnstone · 13 mi
- All of Inverclyde
Other HMO services in Greenock
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Greenock
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Greenock
- Communal kitchen refits in Greenock
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Greenock
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Greenock
- Fire doors in Greenock
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Greenock
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Greenock