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. Ashford (Surrey) is 15 miles west of London. 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
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- TW15, TW18 and TW19
- Location
- 15 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ashford (Surrey) involve?
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Ashford (Surrey)?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ashford (Surrey) 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.
- 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 Ashford (Surrey)?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,700 – £5,600 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £170 – £450 | inspection |
Prices in Ashford (Surrey) are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Ashford (Surrey) landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Ashford (Surrey):
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ashford (Surrey)
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 Ashford (Surrey)?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Ashford (Surrey) the nearest towns on our list are Staines (2 miles), Feltham (2 miles), Sunbury-on-Thames (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Ashford (Surrey)?
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 Ashford (Surrey)?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Ashford (Surrey)
- Staines · 2 mi
- Feltham · 2 mi
- Sunbury-on-Thames · 3 mi
- Hanworth · 3 mi
- Walton-on-Thames · 4 mi
- Egham · 4 mi
- All of Surrey
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