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. For a house in Newry we start with a measured survey, check the NI HMO standards and licence conditions for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- County Armagh, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT34 and BT35
- Location
- 33 miles south-west of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newry involve?
- Certificates and photos for each item
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- A completion letter for your licence file
Which rules apply in Newry?
Here is what usually applies to a Newry job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions have the final detail.
- 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 Newry?
| 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 Newry 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 Newry landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
- An improvement notice with a deadline
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newry
Do you deal with the council for me?
We give you the evidence and can talk the council through the works if you want. The licence and any correspondence stay in your name.
Do you cover all of Newry?
Yes. We work across Newry and the BT34 and BT35 postcode areas, plus the rest of County Armagh. Nearby places we also cover include Banbridge, Portadown, Armagh.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newry?
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 Newry?
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 Newry
- Banbridge · 12 mi
- Portadown · 17 mi
- Armagh · 18 mi
- Craigavon · 19 mi
- Lisburn · 27 mi
- Castlereagh · 33 mi
- All of County Armagh