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 Rawtenstall 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
- Lancashire, England
- Postcodes
- BB4
- Location
- 15 miles north of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rawtenstall involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Rawtenstall?
Here is what usually applies to a Rawtenstall job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Rawtenstall?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North West, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Rawtenstall 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 Rawtenstall landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rawtenstall
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.
Do you cover all of Rawtenstall?
Yes. We work across Rawtenstall and the BB4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lancashire. Nearby places we also cover include Rossendale, Accrington, Bury.
Does a shared house in Rawtenstall 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 Rawtenstall?
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 Rawtenstall
- Rossendale · 1 mi
- Accrington · 5 mi
- Bury · 7 mi
- Burnley · 7 mi
- Darwen · 7 mi
- Rochdale · 8 mi
- All of Lancashire
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