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 Sutton Coldfield 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B73, B74 and B75
- Location
- 7 miles north-east of Birmingham
- Council
- Birmingham City Council
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Sutton Coldfield involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
Which rules apply in Sutton Coldfield?
Here is what usually applies to a Sutton Coldfield job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
Birmingham City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area City-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) in force since 8 June 2020. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area City-wide additional HMO licensing (3-4 occupants, 2+ households) in force since 5 June 2023 (five-year designation). |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 25 designated wards since 5 June 2023 (five-year designation). |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Sutton Coldfield before you buy or start work. Source: Birmingham City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Sutton Coldfield?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for West Midlands, where costs run in line with the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Sutton Coldfield follows a site visit.
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 Sutton Coldfield landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Sutton Coldfield:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Sutton Coldfield
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 Sutton Coldfield?
Yes. We work across Sutton Coldfield and the B73, B74 and B75 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Midlands. Nearby places we also cover include Washwood Heath, Aldridge, Aston.
Which council covers HMOs in Sutton Coldfield?
Sutton Coldfield is covered by Birmingham City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Sutton Coldfield?
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 Sutton Coldfield
- Washwood Heath · 5 mi
- Aldridge · 5 mi
- Aston · 5 mi
- Birmingham · 7 mi
- Tamworth · 7 mi
- Walsall · 7 mi
- All of West Midlands
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