Peterborough City Council

HMO Fire Risk Assessment Peterborough

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

BS 9792:2025 aligned
Accepted by Peterborough City Council
RRO 2005 compliant
Works offline on-site
Instant PDF report

Peterborough HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires

Peterborough has a significant private rented sector driven by a diverse workforce, logistics and distribution industries, and commuter demand. Peterborough City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing and has operated selective licensing in some wards. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service supports fire safety compliance.

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • Selective licensing has operated in some wards with high concentrations of private rented properties
  • Peterborough has a large and diverse workforce driving professional HMO demand
  • Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service works with Peterborough City Council on HMO compliance
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Peterborough City Council for licensing purposes

How it works

Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Peterborough councils.

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 3

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 Peterborough 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.

£45 per report
Everything you need to meet your legal obligation
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Peterborough 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 Peterborough City Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.

Does my Peterborough HMO need a fire risk assessment?

Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Peterborough City Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing covering properties with five or more occupants.

What drives HMO demand in Peterborough?

Peterborough has a large and diverse private rented sector driven by workers in logistics, distribution, food manufacturing, and public services. The city's affordability relative to Cambridge and London makes it attractive for professional sharers. Selective licensing in some wards reflects the active enforcement approach.

How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Peterborough?

Fire risk assessment consultants in Peterborough typically charge £85–£240. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.

Start your Peterborough HMO fire risk assessment today

Free to complete. £45 to download your council-ready PDF report.

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