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. Stourbridge is 10 miles west of Birmingham. 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- DY8
- Location
- 10 miles west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stourbridge involve?
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Stourbridge?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Stourbridge before we price.
- 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.
- 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 Stourbridge?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,500 – £5,000 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £800 – £2,000 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £150 – £400 | inspection |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Stourbridge can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Stourbridge landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Stourbridge:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stourbridge
What if the council disagrees with the work?
We build to the written list and standards. If the council asks for more, we price the extra items separately.
Do you cover all of Stourbridge?
Yes. We work across Stourbridge and the DY8 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Midlands. Nearby places we also cover include Brierley Hill, Kingswinford, Dudley.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stourbridge?
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 Stourbridge?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Stourbridge
- Brierley Hill · 2 mi
- Kingswinford · 3 mi
- Dudley · 4 mi
- Halesowen · 4 mi
- Tipton · 6 mi
- Bartley Green · 6 mi
- All of West Midlands
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