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. In Gateshead, a town of around 80,000 people in Tyne and Wear, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE8, NE82, NE83 and NE88
- Location
- 1 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gateshead involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Gateshead?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gateshead 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 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 Gateshead?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,400 – £4,600 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £740 – £1,850 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £370 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North East, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Gateshead 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 Gateshead landlords need it?
Landlords in Gateshead most often ask us for this when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gateshead
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.
How far do you travel from Gateshead?
We cover the whole of Tyne and Wear and work UK-wide. For Gateshead the nearest towns on our list are Newcastle upon Tyne (1 miles), Felling (1 miles), Gosforth (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Gateshead?
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 Gateshead?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Gateshead
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 1 mi
- Felling · 1 mi
- Gosforth · 3 mi
- Wallsend · 3 mi
- Hebburn · 4 mi
- Jarrow · 5 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Gateshead
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gateshead
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