- Area
- County Down
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT4 and BT18
- Location
- 5 miles north-east of Belfast
Shared houses in Holywood range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Holywood?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Holywood, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Holywood
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Holywood
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Holywood
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Holywood
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Holywood
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Holywood
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Holywood
- Student HMO refurbishment in Holywood
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Holywood
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Holywood
- Communal kitchen refits in Holywood
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Holywood
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Holywood
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Holywood
- Fire doors in Holywood
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Holywood
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Holywood
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Holywood
- Sound insulation in Holywood
- EPC and energy upgrades in Holywood
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Holywood
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Holywood
- Extensions for extra rooms in Holywood
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Holywood
HMO rules for Holywood
- The NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council runs licensing for every council; licences usually last 5 years.
- All new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval.
- The NIFRS HMO Fire Safety Guide (July 2026) sets the usual fire detection and door expectations.
In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
Guide prices in Holywood
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £720 – £1,800 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £4,950 – £8,100 | bathroom |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,600 – £9,000 | ensuite |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £270 – £540 | door |
Nearby places we cover
- Dundonald (3 mi)
- Newtownabbey (4 mi)
- Belfast (5 mi)
- Castlereagh (5 mi)
- Carrickfergus (5 mi)
- Newtownards (6 mi)
Questions
How far do you travel from Holywood?
We cover the whole of County Down and work UK-wide. For Holywood the nearest towns on our list are Dundonald (3 miles), Newtownabbey (4 miles), Belfast (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Holywood?
With the local council for the address. In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
What HMO services do you offer in Holywood?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.