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 Lichfield 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
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- WS13
- Location
- 14 miles north of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lichfield involve?
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Lichfield?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lichfield 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:
- 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.
- 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 Lichfield?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,500 – £5,000 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £800 – £2,000 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £150 – £400 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Lichfield can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow Set by the council’s deadline on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Lichfield landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Lichfield:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lichfield
Do you deal with the council for me?
We give you the evidence and can talk the council through the works if you want. The licence and any correspondence stay in your name.
Do you cover all of Lichfield?
Yes. We work across Lichfield and the WS13 postcode areas, plus the rest of Staffordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Burntwood, Tamworth, Aldridge.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Lichfield?
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 Lichfield?
Our guide ranges for West 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 Lichfield
- Burntwood · 4 mi
- Tamworth · 6 mi
- Aldridge · 7 mi
- Rugeley · 7 mi
- Sutton Coldfield · 8 mi
- Cannock · 9 mi
- All of Staffordshire
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