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 Dewsbury, a town of around 60,000 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
- WF12 and WF17
- Location
- 8 miles south-west of Leeds
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dewsbury involve?
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
Which rules apply in Dewsbury?
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 Dewsbury 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 Dewsbury?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Dewsbury can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: Set by the council’s deadline. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Dewsbury landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An improvement notice with a deadline
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dewsbury
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.
Which postcodes in Dewsbury do you work in?
All of them, including WF12 and WF17, and the surrounding parts of West Yorkshire.
Does a shared house in Dewsbury 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 Dewsbury?
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 Dewsbury
- Batley · 1 mi
- Ossett · 2 mi
- Morley · 4 mi
- Cleckheaton · 4 mi
- Wakefield · 5 mi
- Lofthouse · 6 mi
- All of West Yorkshire
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