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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Belfast HMOs.

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.

BS 9792:2025 alignedStructured for NIHE HMO licensingWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF reportAnnual review reminders
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BelfastNorthern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE)
Standard appliedBS 9792:2025
Typical assessor cost£150–£500
With FRASafe£45
TurnaroundSame day
Compliant withBS 9792:2025RRO 2005Council-ready PDFAccepted for HMO licensing

Local context

Getting compliant in Belfast

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, which is broadly similar in scope to the RRO 2005. NIHE requires a fire risk assessment for all HMO licence applications.

Means of escape from every storey
Fire doors & structural protection
Mains-interlinked smoke detection
Emergency lighting to escape routes
Fire-fighting equipment
Management & record-keeping

Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE)

  • 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
HMO licence FRA requirements by council →What does a complete HMO fire risk assessment cover? →How often does an HMO fire risk assessment need reviewing? →

How it works

Three steps, wherever you are

Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment, accepted by Belfast councils.

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.

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.

3

Download your PDF report

For £45, download your finished fire risk assessment PDF. Formatted for council licensing and ready to submit.

Why FRASafe

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 in 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.

Fire Risk Assessment
£45

vs £150–£500 for a professional assessor

  • Full BS 9792:2025 questionnaire
  • Works offline on-site
  • Signed PDF fire risk assessment
  • Accepted for HMO licensing
  • Lifetime access to your report
  • Annual review reminder
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No card required to start. Pay only when you download.

Common 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, which is separate from the RRO 2005 that 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.

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