HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Belfast
A BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment structured for NIHE HMO licensing requirements in Belfast. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the PDF report.
Belfast HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires
Belfast has a significant HMO market centred around Queen's University, the Holylands, and Stranmillis. Unlike England and Wales, HMO licensing in Northern Ireland is administered by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) rather than local councils. Fire safety legislation in Northern Ireland is the Fire and Rescue Services (NI) Order 2006 — broadly similar in scope to the RRO 2005. NIHE requires a fire risk assessment for all HMO licence applications.
- HMO licensing in Northern Ireland is administered by NIHE under the Houses in Multiple Occupation Act (NI) 2016
- NIHE is the single licensing authority across all of Northern Ireland — not individual councils
- Fire safety governed by the Fire and Rescue Services (NI) Order 2006 and Fire Safety Regulations (NI) 2010
- High HMO concentrations in the Holylands, Stranmillis, and areas around Queen's University Belfast
- Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) works with NIHE on HMO fire safety compliance
How it works
Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Belfast councils.
Complete the assessment
Answer structured questions covering fire hazards, means of escape, fire detection, fire doors, and more — mapped to BS 9792:2025 and the RRO 2005. Free, with progress saved automatically.
Review findings & action plan
FRASafe generates a prioritised action plan with risk ratings for every finding. Review and sign your declarations before generating the report.
Download your PDF report
Pay £45 to unlock your finished fire risk assessment PDF — ready to submit to your council for HMO licensing or keep on file for inspection.
Why Belfast landlords choose FRASafe
Purpose-built for HMOs — not a generic template repurposed from commercial premises.
BS 9792:2025 aligned
Every question maps to the 2025 British Standard. Your report reflects the current legal expectation councils inspect against.
Council-ready PDF
Produces a structured written FRA document — the format required by local authorities for mandatory, additional, and selective HMO licensing.
Works offline
Install as a PWA and complete your assessment on-site without signal. Answers sync automatically when you reconnect.
Annual review reminders
FRASafe notifies you when your assessment is due for annual review under the RRO 2005 — so you never miss a compliance deadline.
Simple pricing
No subscription. No hidden fees. Pay once per report.
- Full BS 9792:2025 questionnaire
- Automatic progress saving
- Works offline on-site
- Findings & action plan preview
- Everything in Free
- Signed PDF fire risk assessment
- Accepted for HMO licensing
- Lifetime access to your report
- Annual review reminder
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a fire risk assessment for my Belfast HMO?
Yes. HMO licensing in Northern Ireland is administered by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) under the Houses in Multiple Occupation Act (Northern Ireland) 2016. NIHE requires a fire risk assessment as part of all HMO licence applications and renewals.
What fire safety legislation applies to HMOs in Belfast?
In Northern Ireland, the primary fire safety legislation for premises is the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 — separate from the RRO 2005 which applies in England and Wales. The duties are broadly similar. BS 9792:2025 remains a relevant standard for structuring HMO fire risk assessments.
Who issues HMO licences in Belfast?
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) is the single licensing authority for HMOs across Northern Ireland, including Belfast. Unlike England and Wales where councils handle licensing, all Belfast HMO licences are issued by NIHE. A fire risk assessment is a standard requirement for all NIHE HMO licence applications.
Does FRASafe work for Belfast HMOs?
FRASafe produces a written fire risk assessment structured to BS 9792:2025, covering all the core areas NIHE requires — fire hazards, means of escape, fire detection, fire doors, compartmentation, firefighting equipment, and management procedures. The report is suitable for submission with your NIHE licence application.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Belfast?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Belfast typically charge £100–£300. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45 — suitable for NIHE HMO licence applications.
How long does it take?
Most Belfast landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline — complete it on-site at your property without a Wi-Fi connection.
Start your Belfast HMO fire risk assessment today
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