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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Manchester HMOs.

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

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

Manchester has one of the largest HMO markets outside London, driven by five universities and a growing city-centre population. Manchester City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing under the Housing Act 2004 and selective licensing in designated areas. A written fire risk assessment under the RRO 2005 is a standard requirement 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

Manchester City Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households sharing facilities
  • Article 4 directions in Fallowfield, Withington, and Rusholme restrict new HMO conversions without planning permission
  • Selective licensing operates in certain wards, requiring licences for all privately rented properties in those areas
  • Manchester City Council conducts proactive HMO inspections and works with Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Manchester City Council for licensing purposes
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How it works

Three steps, wherever you are

Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment, accepted by Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester City Council requires as part of mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Manchester HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Manchester City Council requires this as part of mandatory HMO licensing for properties occupied by five or more people in two or more households.
Does Manchester have an Article 4 direction affecting HMOs?
Yes. Manchester City Council has Article 4 directions in several areas (including parts of Fallowfield, Withington, and Rusholme) which remove permitted development rights and require planning permission to convert properties to HMO use. This is separate from HMO licensing but means landlords in these areas need to ensure both planning and licensing compliance.
Are there additional licensing schemes in Manchester?
Manchester City Council operates selective licensing in certain areas of the city. In addition to mandatory HMO licensing for larger properties, landlords in designated selective licensing areas require a licence for all privately rented properties. A fire risk assessment is a standard requirement across all licence types.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Manchester?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Manchester typically charge £120–£350. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45, ideal for landlords managing multiple HMOs across Manchester.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Manchester landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline, which is useful for completing the assessment on-site in student areas with limited connectivity.

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