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 Houghton-Le-Spring 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
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- DH4 and DH5
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Houghton-Le-Spring involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
Which rules apply in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Here is what usually applies to a Houghton-Le-Spring job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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 Houghton-Le-Spring?
| 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 Houghton-Le-Spring 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 Houghton-Le-Spring landlords need it?
Landlords in Houghton-Le-Spring most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Houghton-Le-Spring
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.
Do you cover all of Houghton-Le-Spring?
Yes. We work across Houghton-Le-Spring and the DH4 and DH5 postcode areas, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear. Nearby places we also cover include Chester-le-Street, Washington, Seaham.
Does a shared house in Houghton-Le-Spring need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Houghton-Le-Spring?
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 Houghton-Le-Spring
- Chester-le-Street · 5 mi
- Washington · 5 mi
- Seaham · 5 mi
- Sunderland · 6 mi
- Durham · 6 mi
- Peterlee · 8 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in Houghton-Le-Spring
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Communal kitchen refits in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Fire doors in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Houghton-Le-Spring