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 Market Harborough (LE16) 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
- Leicestershire, England
- Postcodes
- LE16
- Location
- 14 miles south-east of Leicester
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Market Harborough involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Market Harborough?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Market Harborough before we price.
- 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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Market Harborough?
| 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 – £4,850 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £780 – £1,950 | 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 | £150 – £390 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Market Harborough can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow Set by the council’s deadline on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Market Harborough landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Market Harborough:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Market Harborough
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 Market Harborough?
We cover the whole of Leicestershire and work UK-wide. For Market Harborough the nearest towns on our list are Corby (10 miles), Kettering (10 miles), Wigston Magna (10 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Market Harborough?
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 Market Harborough?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Market Harborough
- Corby · 10 mi
- Kettering · 10 mi
- Wigston Magna · 10 mi
- Oadby · 11 mi
- Leicester · 14 mi
- Wellingborough · 15 mi
- All of Leicestershire
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