Glasgow City Council

HMO Fire Risk Assessment Glasgow

A BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment structured for Glasgow City Council HMO licensing requirements. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the PDF report.

BS 9792:2025 aligned
Structured for Glasgow HMO licensing
Works offline on-site
Instant PDF report
Annual review reminders

Glasgow HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires

Glasgow has the largest HMO market in Scotland, with high concentrations in the West End, Southside, and city centre. HMO licensing in Scotland is mandatory under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006, administered by Glasgow City Council. All licensed HMOs must have a current fire risk assessment covering the property's common areas and fire safety provisions.

  • HMO licensing is mandatory under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 — all HMOs with 3+ unrelated occupants require a licence
  • Glasgow City Council issues and renews HMO licences and requires a fire risk assessment for all applications
  • Fire safety legislation in Scotland is the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 — broadly similar duties to the RRO 2005 in England
  • Scottish Fire and Rescue Service works with Glasgow City Council on HMO fire safety inspections
  • High HMO concentrations in the West End (Hillhead, Kelvingrove), Southside, and city centre areas
Read our full guide: HMO Licence FRA Requirements by Council →

How it works

Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Glasgow councils.

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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 Glasgow 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.

Free
Complete the assessment
  • Full BS 9792:2025 questionnaire
  • Automatic progress saving
  • Works offline on-site
  • Findings & action plan preview
£45 per report
Download your PDF report
  • Everything in Free
  • Signed PDF fire risk assessment
  • Accepted for HMO licensing
  • Lifetime access to your report
  • Annual review reminder
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a fire risk assessment for my Glasgow HMO?

Yes. All HMOs in Scotland require a fire risk assessment as a condition of the mandatory HMO licence issued by the local council under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006. Glasgow City Council requires a written fire risk assessment as part of every HMO licence application and renewal.

What fire safety legislation applies to HMOs in Glasgow?

In Scotland, the primary fire safety legislation is the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006, rather than the RRO 2005 which applies in England and Wales. The duties are broadly similar — the responsible person must carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment. BS 9792:2025 remains a relevant benchmark for structuring HMO fire risk assessments in Scotland.

Does Glasgow City Council accept FRASafe reports for HMO licensing?

FRASafe produces a written fire risk assessment structured to BS 9792:2025, covering all the areas Glasgow City Council requires — fire hazards, means of escape, fire detection, fire doors, compartmentation, firefighting equipment, and management procedures. The report is suitable for submission with your Glasgow HMO licence application.

How active is Glasgow City Council's HMO enforcement?

Glasgow City Council is one of the most active HMO licensing authorities in Scotland. The city has a large student population and significant HMO stock across the West End, Southside, and city centre. The council conducts regular inspections and works closely with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Glasgow?

Fire risk assessment consultants in Glasgow typically charge £100–£300. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45 — suitable for Glasgow HMO licence applications.

How long does it take?

Most Glasgow landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline — useful for completing the assessment on-site at your property.

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