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 Bromsgrove 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
- Worcestershire, England
- Postcodes
- B60 and B61
- Location
- 12 miles south-west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bromsgrove involve?
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Bromsgrove?
Here is what usually applies to a Bromsgrove job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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 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 Bromsgrove?
| 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 Bromsgrove can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take Set by the council’s deadline. If a council deadline applies in Bromsgrove, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bromsgrove landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bromsgrove
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 Bromsgrove?
Yes. We work across Bromsgrove and the B60 and B61 postcode areas, plus the rest of Worcestershire. Nearby places we also cover include Redditch, Droitwich, Bartley Green.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bromsgrove?
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 Bromsgrove?
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 Bromsgrove
- Redditch · 5 mi
- Droitwich · 6 mi
- Bartley Green · 7 mi
- Halesowen · 8 mi
- Kidderminster · 9 mi
- Stourbridge · 9 mi
- All of Worcestershire
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