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. Mendip is 15 miles south of Bristol. 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
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- BA5
- Location
- 15 miles south of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Mendip involve?
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Mendip?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Mendip must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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 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 Mendip?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,550 – £5,200 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £160 – £420 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Mendip 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 Mendip landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Mendip:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Mendip
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 Mendip?
We cover the whole of Somerset and work UK-wide. For Mendip the nearest towns on our list are Frome (13 miles), Nailsea (15 miles), Bath (15 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Mendip?
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 Mendip?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Mendip
- Frome · 13 mi
- Nailsea · 15 mi
- Bath · 15 mi
- Bristol · 15 mi
- Kingswood · 16 mi
- Burnham-on-Sea · 16 mi
- All of Somerset