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. Landlords in Carrickfergus (BT38) 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 Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT38
- Location
- 10 miles north-east of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Carrickfergus involve?
- Programme set to meet the council deadline
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- A completion letter for your licence file
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Item-by-item price against the council’s list
Which rules apply in Carrickfergus?
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 Carrickfergus before we price.
- A licence is needed where 3 or more people forming more than two households live as their main home and pay rent; the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council licenses for every council.
- 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 Carrickfergus?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Carrickfergus can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Carrickfergus landlords need it?
Landlords in Carrickfergus most often ask us for this when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- A licence granted with conditions
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Carrickfergus
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.
How far do you travel from Carrickfergus?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Carrickfergus the nearest towns on our list are Holywood (5 miles), Newtownabbey (6 miles), Bangor (County Down) (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Carrickfergus?
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 Carrickfergus?
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 Carrickfergus
- Holywood · 5 mi
- Newtownabbey · 6 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 7 mi
- Dundonald · 9 mi
- Larne · 9 mi
- Belfast · 10 mi
- All of County Antrim
Other HMO services in Carrickfergus
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Carrickfergus
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Carrickfergus
- Communal kitchen refits in Carrickfergus
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Carrickfergus
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Carrickfergus
- Fire doors in Carrickfergus
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Carrickfergus
- House to HMO conversion in Carrickfergus