HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Derby
The BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment accepted by Derby City Council for HMO licensing. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the council-ready PDF report.
Derby HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires
Derby has a HMO market driven by the University of Derby and a large industrial and professional workforce. Derby City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing and has run licensing schemes in high-density private rented areas including Normanton and the Arboretum. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service supports fire safety enforcement across the city's HMO stock.
- Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
- Selective and additional licensing have operated in Normanton and Arboretum areas
- University of Derby drives student HMO demand in and around the city centre
- Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service works with Derby City Council on HMO compliance
- FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Derby City Council for licensing purposes
How it works
Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Derby 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 Derby 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
Does Derby City Council accept FRASafe reports for HMO licensing?
Yes. FRASafe produces a written fire risk assessment aligned with BS 9792:2025 and the RRO 2005 — the format Derby City Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Derby HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Derby City Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing and uses it as part of its broader private rented sector enforcement.
Does Derby have additional HMO licensing?
Derby City Council has operated additional and selective licensing schemes in parts of the city with high concentrations of private rented properties, including areas of Normanton, Arboretum, and Pear Tree. Landlords should check with Derby City Council for current licensing zone designations.
What are the main HMO areas in Derby?
Derby's HMO market is supported by the University of Derby and a significant manufacturing and professional workforce. Key HMO areas include Normanton, the Arboretum, and areas around the city centre and university campus.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Derby?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Derby typically charge £90–£260. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Derby landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline on-site.
Start your Derby HMO fire risk assessment today
Free to complete. £45 to download your council-ready PDF report.
Start Your Assessment Free