An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Landlords in Armagh (BT60 and BT61) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- County Armagh, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT60 and BT61
- Location
- 34 miles south-west of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do extensions for extra rooms in Armagh involve?
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Building control completion
- Heating, insulation and glazing
Which rules apply in Armagh?
The rules below are the Northern Ireland-wide position for this kind of work. The NI HMO Unit’s standards and licence conditions apply on top, so we always check the address in Armagh before we price.
- All new HMOs need planning permission; councils such as Belfast apply HMO policy areas and limits on concentration.
- New HMOs need building control approval as well as planning permission.
- Doors on protected routes are typically FD30 or FD30S, self-closing on three hinges; emergency lighting is required in HMOs of 4 or more storeys.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Armagh?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £31,500 – £54,000 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,600 – £3,600 | m² |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Northern Ireland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Armagh follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 8–14 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Armagh landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Armagh:
- Adding a ground-floor room
- Moving to more sharers with consent
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Armagh
Do you handle building control?
Yes, from application to completion certificate.
How far do you travel from Armagh?
We cover the whole of County Armagh and work UK-wide. For Armagh the nearest towns on our list are Portadown (10 miles), Craigavon (13 miles), Banbridge (15 miles).
Does a shared house in Armagh need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people forming more than two households live there as their main home and pay rent. Licensing for every council in Northern Ireland is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Armagh?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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.
Extensions for extra rooms near Armagh
- Portadown · 10 mi
- Craigavon · 13 mi
- Banbridge · 15 mi
- Newry · 18 mi
- Lisburn · 28 mi
- Omagh · 31 mi
- All of County Armagh