A legal requirement for landlords in Northern Ireland. Every 5 years, and here is who can do it, which properties it covers and what the law says.
Every 5 years in Northern Ireland. The next one is due 5 years after the last.
The landlord (or their agent).
No. It applies to rented properties that are houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
Houses in Multiple Occupation Act (NI) 2016, ss.1 and 19: a property let to 3 or more people from more than two households needs a council licence, lasting up to 5 years or a shorter period set in the licence. Apply through the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council, and renew before expiry.
Written from the same rule Beamwise uses to track this for properties in Northern Ireland, last updated 15 Sept 2026. Rules change, so check the legislation named above or take professional advice before relying on it.
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