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. In Brighouse, a town of about 33,000 people in West Yorkshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- West Yorkshire, England
- Postcodes
- HD6 and HX3
- Location
- 6 miles south of Bradford
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Brighouse involve?
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Brighouse?
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 Brighouse before we price.
- 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.
- 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 Brighouse?
| 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 Brighouse are shown with our regional adjustment for Yorkshire and the Humber (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 Brighouse, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Brighouse landlords need it?
Landlords in Brighouse 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 Brighouse
Can you meet a council deadline?
In most cases, yes, if we see the list early. Send it to us as soon as you get it and we will tell you straight away if a deadline looks tight.
Do you cover all of Brighouse?
Yes. We work across Brighouse and the HD6 and HX3 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Yorkshire. Nearby places we also cover include Halifax, Cleckheaton, Huddersfield.
Does a shared house in Brighouse 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 Brighouse?
Our guide ranges for Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Brighouse
- Halifax · 3 mi
- Cleckheaton · 3 mi
- Huddersfield · 4 mi
- Batley · 6 mi
- Bradford · 6 mi
- Dewsbury · 6 mi
- All of West Yorkshire
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- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Brighouse
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- Ensuite installation in Brighouse