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 Antrim, a town of about 20,000 people, the work is planned around the HMO rules for Northern Ireland and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions.
- Area
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT41
- Location
- 14 miles north-west of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Antrim involve?
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
Which rules apply in Antrim?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Antrim must satisfy national law for Northern Ireland, the NI HMO standards and licence conditions and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
- 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.
- Licence conditions and council enforcement cover disrepair, damp and mould in licensed HMOs.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Antrim?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical allowance for minor amenity and repair items on a council list (our estimate) | £1,500 – £5,000 | £1,350 – £4,500 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £720 – £1,800 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £270 – £540 | door |
| EICR, 5+ bedroom house | £150 – £400 | £140 – £360 | inspection |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Northern Ireland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Antrim follows a site visit.
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 Antrim landlords need it?
Landlords in Antrim most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Antrim
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.
Do you cover all of Antrim?
Yes. We work across Antrim and the BT41 postcode areas, plus the rest of County Antrim. Nearby places we also cover include Ballymena, Newtownabbey, Belfast.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Antrim?
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.
How much does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Antrim?
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.
Licence condition and schedule-of-works near Antrim
- Ballymena · 10 mi
- Newtownabbey · 13 mi
- Belfast · 14 mi
- Lisburn · 15 mi
- Carrickfergus · 16 mi
- Holywood · 16 mi
- All of County Antrim