A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. In Larne, a town of about 18,000 people in County Antrim, 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
- BT40
- Location
- 18 miles north of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Larne involve?
- Second kitchen or extra kitchen capacity
- Fire alarm and detection system sized for the building
- Ensuites or extra bathrooms
- Emergency lighting where the escape route needs it
- Planning and building control drawings, coordinated with your designer
Which rules apply in Larne?
Here is what usually applies to a Larne 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.
- Space and amenity standards come from the HMO (Living Accommodation Standard) Regulations (NI) 2019 and the licence conditions.
- Kitchens, bathrooms and WCs must meet the 2019 living accommodation standard regulations and licence conditions.
- All new HMOs need planning permission; councils such as Belfast apply HMO policy areas and limits on concentration.
How much do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) cost in Larne?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,150 – £5,850 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,600 – £4,050 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,800 – £5,400 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,600 – £9,000 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,200 – £16,200 | kitchen |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Larne can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 10–20 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Larne landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- You have planning in place, or want to apply
- An existing large HMO needs works before a licence renewal
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Larne
Can you work with my architect?
Yes. We often build from an architect’s drawings, or we can recommend a designer to prepare them.
How far do you travel from Larne?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Larne the nearest towns on our list are Carrickfergus (9 miles), Newtownabbey (14 miles), Bangor (County Down) (14 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Larne?
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 do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) cost in Larne?
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.
Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) near Larne
- Carrickfergus · 9 mi
- Newtownabbey · 14 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 14 mi
- Holywood · 15 mi
- Dundonald · 18 mi
- Belfast · 18 mi
- All of County Antrim
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