Do I need to register?

Up to now the implementation of the HMO Registration Scheme has been done in a phased manner but now ALL HMOs must be registered with the Housing Executive and a phased implementation programme is currently underway.  Landlords and letting agents can check the date of registration for the HMO property by clicking on the link below.

• Download the HMO registration deadline dates for Northern Ireland properties ( 1557 KB)

Are any HMOs exempt from registration?

The following HMOs are exempt from registration:

• Residential homes, within the meaning of the Registered Homes (NI) Order 1992

• Children’s homes or community homes within the meaning of the Children (NI) Order 1995

• Boarding schools

• Any building or part of a building which is occupied principally for the purposes of a religious community whose principal occupation is prayer, contemplation, education or the relief of suffering

• Properties owned by the Housing Executive

• Any HMO which is occupied by persons who comprise no more than two families

• Any HMO which is occupied by no more than two persons in addition to the owner (or owners) and members of the family (or families) of owner(s).