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 Abergavenny, a town of about 14,000 people in Monmouthshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Monmouthshire, Wales
- Postcodes
- NP7
- Location
- 25 miles north of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Abergavenny involve?
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Abergavenny?
Here is what usually applies to a Abergavenny job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory licence for HMOs with 3 or more storeys and 5 or more people in 2 or more households; Wales did not adopt England’s 2018 change.
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp and mould, under the HHSRS, alongside the fitness for human habitation rules for occupation contracts.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Abergavenny?
| 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 – £4,700 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £750 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
Prices in Abergavenny are shown with our regional adjustment for Wales (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Abergavenny landlords need it?
Landlords in Abergavenny most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Abergavenny
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 Abergavenny?
We cover the whole of Monmouthshire and work UK-wide. For Abergavenny the nearest towns on our list are Brynmawr (7 miles), Pontypool (8 miles), Ebbw Vale (9 miles).
Does a shared house in Abergavenny need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Abergavenny?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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 Abergavenny
- Brynmawr · 7 mi
- Pontypool · 8 mi
- Ebbw Vale · 9 mi
- Tredegar · 10 mi
- Cwmbran · 12 mi
- Bargoed · 13 mi
- All of Monmouthshire
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