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. Kettering is 23 miles south-west of Peterborough. We price licence condition and schedule-of-works there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN14 and NN16
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Kettering involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
Which rules apply in Kettering?
Here is what usually applies to a Kettering 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 Kettering?
| 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 Kettering can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Kettering 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 Kettering
Can you meet a council deadline?
In most cases, yes, if we see the list early. Send it to us as soon as you get it and we will tell you straight away if a deadline looks tight.
Do you cover all of Kettering?
Yes. We work across Kettering and the NN14 and NN16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Wellingborough, Corby, Rushden.
Does a shared house in Kettering 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 Kettering?
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 Kettering
- Wellingborough · 7 mi
- Corby · 7 mi
- Rushden · 9 mi
- Market Harborough · 10 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Wigston Magna · 20 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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