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. In Garston, a town of about 21,000 people in Merseyside, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Merseyside, England
- Postcodes
- L17, L19 and L24
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of Liverpool
- Pricing region
- North West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Garston involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
Which rules apply in Garston?
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 Garston 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.
- 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 assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Garston?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Garston can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Garston, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Garston landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Garston:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Garston
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 Garston?
Yes. We work across Garston and the L17, L19 and L24 postcode areas, plus the rest of Merseyside. Nearby places we also cover include Speke, Halewood, Ellesmere Port Town.
Does a shared house in Garston 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 Garston?
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 Garston
- Speke · 2 mi
- Halewood · 3 mi
- Ellesmere Port Town · 4 mi
- Bebington · 5 mi
- Huyton · 6 mi
- Liverpool · 6 mi
- All of Merseyside
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