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. Landlords in Bathgate (EH48) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- West Lothian, Scotland
- Postcodes
- EH48
- Location
- 18 miles west of Edinburgh
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bathgate involve?
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
Which rules apply in Bathgate?
The rules below are the Scotland-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Bathgate before we price.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
- Awaab’s Law applies to most private tenancies from 6 October 2026: damp and mould reports must be investigated within 10 working days, and repairs to substantial damp or mould must start within 5 working days.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Bathgate?
| 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 – £4,750 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £380 | inspection |
Prices in Bathgate are shown with our regional adjustment for Scotland (below 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 Bathgate, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bathgate landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bathgate:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bathgate
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 Bathgate?
We cover the whole of West Lothian and work UK-wide. For Bathgate the nearest towns on our list are Armadale (3 miles), Livingston (5 miles), Linlithgow (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bathgate?
With the local council for the address. Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Bathgate?
Our guide ranges for Scotland 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 Bathgate
- Armadale · 3 mi
- Livingston · 5 mi
- Linlithgow · 5 mi
- Broxburn · 7 mi
- Bo’ness · 8 mi
- Grangemouth · 8 mi
- All of West Lothian
Other HMO services in Bathgate
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bathgate
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Bathgate
- Communal kitchen refits in Bathgate
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Bathgate
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Bathgate
- Fire doors in Bathgate
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bathgate
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Bathgate