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 Derry 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. With students as well as working sharers renting in Derry, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT47 and BT48
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What does licence condition and schedule-of-works in Derry involve?
- Advice on items that need a specialist
- Follow-up works after re-inspection
- Fire safety, amenity and repair works
- Liaison with you before the council revisits
- Certificates and photos for each item
Which rules apply in Derry?
Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Derry 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 Derry?
| 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 |
Prices in Derry are shown with our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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.
For student houses in Derry, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Derry landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A licence granted with conditions
- An inspection letter or schedule of works
Questions about licence condition and schedule-of-works in Derry
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.
Which postcodes in Derry do you work in?
All of them, including BT47 and BT48, and the surrounding parts of County Londonderry.
Does a shared house in Derry 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 does licence condition and schedule-of-works cost in Derry?
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 Derry
- Londonderry County Borough · 0 mi
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- Coleraine · 27 mi
- Omagh · 28 mi
- Ballymena · 42 mi
- Enniskillen · 47 mi
- All of County Londonderry