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 West Bromwich 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
- B66, B69, B70 and B71
- Location
- 5 miles north-west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in West Bromwich involve?
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in West Bromwich?
Here is what usually applies to a West Bromwich 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.
- 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 West Bromwich?
| 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 West Bromwich 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 West Bromwich landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in West Bromwich
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 West Bromwich?
Yes. We work across West Bromwich and the B66, B69, B70 and B71 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Midlands. Nearby places we also cover include Smethwick, Wednesbury, Tipton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in West Bromwich?
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 West Bromwich?
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 West Bromwich
- Smethwick · 2 mi
- Wednesbury · 3 mi
- Tipton · 3 mi
- Dudley · 4 mi
- Walsall · 5 mi
- Birmingham · 5 mi
- All of West Midlands
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