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Roof lanterns in Belfast

Planning an extension in Belfast? A roof lantern is one of the quickest ways to bring daylight into the middle of the room. Use the configurator for a guide price, then send your kerb size for a fixed quote and delivery date.

Postcode districtBT1

AreaCounty Antrim

Shortest-day daylight7h 15m

Midsummer noon sun58.8°

Daylight in Belfast

At 54.6°N, Belfast sees roughly 7h 15m of daylight in late December and 17h 17m in late June. A lantern faces the bright overhead sky all year, so it brings in useful light even on the short, grey days.

Delivery and fitting in Belfast

Your quote includes delivery to Belfast at a confirmed price, usually to the kerbside or driveway on pallets.

Fitting in Belfast can be quoted on request by installers working under S&K, subject to cover for your postcode.

Delivery to Northern Ireland is by arrangement: we confirm the carrier, any sea-freight charge and the date on your quote before you order.

Guide prices for Belfast

Rectangular aluminium lanterns, supply only, including VAT:

Guide prices for Belfast
Kerb size	Roof area	Guide price	Configure
1000 × 1500 mm	1.50 m²	£1,295–£1,495£1,079 ex VAT from	Configure
1000 × 2000 mm	2.00 m²	£1,495–£1,795£1,246 ex VAT from	Configure
1500 × 2000 mm	3.00 m²	£1,995–£2,295£1,662 ex VAT from	Configure
1500 × 2500 mm	3.75 m²	£2,295–£2,695£1,912 ex VAT from	Configure

Guide prices include VAT at 20%, supply only, aluminium with self-cleaning double glazing in a stock colour. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing on your quote before you order.

Planning and building regulations for Belfast

Northern Ireland has its own building regulations, with energy standards for homes set in Technical Booklet F1.

Check Northern Ireland's permitted development rules with your district council, especially for listed buildings and conservation areas.

Building regulations in Belfast are checked by your district council's building control service. Replacement and new rooflights are controlled work in most cases. Your council's building control service will confirm whether an application is needed.

Sources: Building Regulations, Department of Finance NI · Planning permission: when to apply, nidirect

Roof lantern questions from Belfast

Do I need planning permission for a roof lantern in Belfast?

Often not, but it depends on the roof, the property and whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Check with your district council before ordering.

Can you fit a roof lantern in Belfast?

We can quote for fitting where we have cover. Send your postcode and photos of the roof and kerb, and we will confirm before quoting.

How quickly can I get a roof lantern in Belfast?

Stock sizes are typically ready in 5–10 working days, made-to-measure in 3–4 weeks, plus delivery. Your quote gives the date for BT1.

Is it worth having solar-control glass in Belfast?

With the midsummer sun about 58.8° high at noon, roof glass in Belfast gets strong summer sun. Solar control is recommended for large or south-facing lanterns.