An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. Newtownabbey is 4 miles north of Belfast. We price communal kitchen refits there against Northern Ireland’s HMO rules and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT36 and BT37
- Location
- 4 miles north of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do communal kitchen refits in Newtownabbey involve?
- Heat detector and fire blanket
- Electrics, sockets and lighting
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Fridge and freezer space
- Extraction to outside
Which rules apply in Newtownabbey?
Here is what usually applies to a Newtownabbey job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions have the final detail.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- 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.
- HMO licence conditions require a satisfactory EICR at least every 5 years.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Newtownabbey?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,200 – £16,200 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £720 – £1,800 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Newtownabbey can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–2 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Newtownabbey landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Newtownabbey:
- More sharers than the current kitchen can serve
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Newtownabbey
How long does a kitchen refit take?
Usually one to two weeks, longer if walls move or the kitchen relocates.
How far do you travel from Newtownabbey?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Newtownabbey the nearest towns on our list are Holywood (4 miles), Belfast (4 miles), Carrickfergus (6 miles).
Does a shared house in Newtownabbey 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 communal kitchen refits cost in Newtownabbey?
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.
Communal kitchen refits near Newtownabbey
- Holywood · 4 mi
- Belfast · 4 mi
- Carrickfergus · 6 mi
- Castlereagh · 6 mi
- Dundonald · 6 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 10 mi
- All of County Antrim
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