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 Godalming 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
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- GU7
- Location
- 24 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Godalming involve?
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Advice on items that need a specialist
Which rules apply in Godalming?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Godalming 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- Councils assess hazards, including damp, mould and fire, under the HHSRS; revised regulations and guidance applied from 23 June 2026.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Godalming?
| 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 Godalming 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?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Godalming, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Godalming landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Godalming:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Godalming
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.
How far do you travel from Godalming?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Godalming the nearest towns on our list are Guildford (4 miles), Aldershot (8 miles), Farnham (8 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Godalming?
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 Godalming?
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 Godalming
- Guildford · 4 mi
- Aldershot · 8 mi
- Farnham · 8 mi
- Woking · 10 mi
- Farnborough · 10 mi
- Fleet · 12 mi
- All of Surrey
Other HMO services in Godalming
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Godalming
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Godalming
- Communal kitchen refits in Godalming
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Godalming
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Godalming
- Fire doors in Godalming
- Extensions for extra rooms in Godalming
- Full HMO refurbishment in Godalming