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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Birmingham HMOs.

The BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment accepted by Birmingham City Council for HMO licensing. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the council-ready PDF report.

BS 9792:2025 alignedAccepted by Birmingham City CouncilRRO 2005 compliantWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF report
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BirminghamBirmingham City Council
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 Birmingham

Birmingham has one of the largest private rented sectors in England outside London. Birmingham City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing and additional licensing schemes covering smaller HMOs in many wards. A written fire risk assessment under the RRO 2005 is required for all HMO licence applications, and the council works closely with West Midlands Fire Service on enforcement.

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

Birmingham City Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • Additional licensing schemes cover HMOs with 3+ occupants in many Birmingham wards including Erdington, Selly Oak, and Moseley
  • Birmingham City Council is one of England's most active HMO enforcement authorities
  • West Midlands Fire Service works with the council on joint inspections of licensed HMOs
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report meets Birmingham City Council's requirements for HMO licensing
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How it works

Three steps, wherever you are

Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment, accepted by Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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

Does Birmingham 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, which is the format Birmingham City Council requires as part of mandatory and additional HMO licence applications. The report demonstrates compliance with the council's fire safety requirements.
Does my Birmingham HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs with shared common areas. Birmingham City Council requires this documentation as part of the HMO licensing process.
Does Birmingham have additional HMO licensing beyond mandatory?
Yes. Birmingham City Council operates additional licensing schemes covering HMOs with three or more occupants in two or more households, below the mandatory licensing threshold. Many of Birmingham's high-density rental areas, including parts of Erdington, Selly Oak, and Moseley, fall within additional licensing zones.
How active is Birmingham's HMO enforcement?
Birmingham City Council is one of the most active HMO enforcement authorities in England, reflecting the city's large and complex private rented sector. The council conducts proactive inspections and works with West Midlands Fire Service on fire safety compliance. Having an up-to-date, properly documented fire risk assessment significantly reduces your compliance risk.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Birmingham?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Birmingham typically charge £100–£300. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45, significantly cheaper than an on-site consultant, and accepted by Birmingham City Council.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Birmingham landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and the app works offline. Complete it on-site at your property without needing a Wi-Fi connection.

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