HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Newport
The BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment accepted by Newport City Council for HMO licensing. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the council-ready PDF report.
Newport HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires
Newport has a growing HMO market driven by professional demand and its position as a commuter hub for Cardiff and Bristol. Newport City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing under the Housing Act 2004, which applies equally in Wales. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service supports fire safety compliance.
- Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
- Newport is a major commuter hub for Cardiff — demand for shared professional accommodation is significant
- The RRO 2005 applies in Wales — fire safety obligations are the same as in England
- The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 adds smoke and CO alarm requirements beyond those in England
- South Wales Fire and Rescue Service works with Newport City Council on HMO fire safety compliance
How it works
Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Newport councils.
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.
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.
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 Newport 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.
- 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
No card required to start — pay only when you download
Frequently asked questions
Does Newport 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 — the format Newport City Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications. The RRO 2005 applies equally in Wales.
Does my Newport HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 applies in Wales and requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Newport City Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing for properties with five or more occupants in two or more households.
What drives HMO demand in Newport?
Newport's HMO market is primarily professional. Its position on the M4 corridor with fast rail connections to Cardiff (15 minutes) and Bristol makes it popular for commuters seeking more affordable shared accommodation. The University of South Wales has a campus presence in Newport which adds student demand.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Newport?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Newport typically charge £85–£250. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.
Start your Newport HMO fire risk assessment today
Free to complete. £45 to download your council-ready PDF report.
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