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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Bristol HMOs.

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

BS 9792:2025 alignedAccepted by Bristol City CouncilRRO 2005 compliantWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF report
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BristolBristol 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 Bristol

Bristol has a large and growing HMO market driven by two universities and a young professional population. Bristol City Council takes a proactive approach to HMO compliance and works closely with Avon Fire & Rescue Service. The council operates mandatory HMO licensing and additional licensing in several areas, and requires a written fire risk assessment under the RRO 2005 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

Bristol City Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households sharing facilities
  • Additional licensing covers HMOs with 3+ occupants in designated areas including Clifton, Redland, Easton, and Bedminster
  • Bristol City Council works proactively with Avon Fire & Rescue Service on HMO inspections
  • The council has a track record of enforcement action for fire safety failings in licensed HMOs
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report meets Bristol City Council's requirements for HMO licensing
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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol City Council requires as part of mandatory and additional HMO licence applications. Bristol is known for thorough fire safety inspections, and having a properly documented FRA is essential.
Does my Bristol 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. Bristol City Council requires this documentation as part of all HMO licence applications.
Does Bristol have additional licensing beyond mandatory HMO licensing?
Yes. Bristol City Council operates additional HMO licensing schemes covering properties with three or more occupants in multiple households. Popular rental areas including Clifton, Redland, Easton, and Bedminster have historically been covered by additional licensing designations.
Is Bristol particularly strict on fire safety compliance?
Bristol City Council has a proactive approach to HMO compliance and works closely with Avon Fire & Rescue Service. The council conducts regular inspections of licensed properties and has been known to take enforcement action for fire safety failings.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Bristol?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Bristol 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 Bristol City Council for HMO licensing.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Bristol landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works as an offline PWA, useful for completing assessments at properties in Clifton, Redland, or Easton without relying on mobile signal.

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