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 Scunthorpe 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
- Lincolnshire, England
- Postcodes
- DN15 and DN16
- Location
- 25 miles north of Lincoln
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Scunthorpe involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Scunthorpe?
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 Scunthorpe before we price.
- 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 Scunthorpe?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for East Midlands, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Scunthorpe
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 Scunthorpe?
Yes. We work across Scunthorpe and the DN15 and DN16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lincolnshire. Nearby places we also cover include Goole, Gainsborough, Kingston upon Hull.
Does a shared house in Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe?
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 Scunthorpe
- Goole · 13 mi
- Gainsborough · 14 mi
- Kingston upon Hull · 17 mi
- Doncaster · 20 mi
- Bentley · 21 mi
- Beverley · 21 mi
- All of Lincolnshire
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- Fire doors in Scunthorpe
- Full HMO refurbishment in Scunthorpe
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Scunthorpe