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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Plymouth HMOs.

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

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

Plymouth has a HMO market centred around the University of Plymouth and a significant defence and naval workforce creating demand for shared housing. Plymouth City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing and enforces fire safety compliance across its private rented sector, working with Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

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

Plymouth City Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • HMO concentrations in Mutley, Lipson, Stoke, and North Prospect
  • University of Plymouth drives significant student HMO demand
  • Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service works with Plymouth Council on HMO compliance
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Plymouth City Council for licensing purposes
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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth City Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Plymouth HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Plymouth City Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing covering properties with five or more people in two or more households.
What are the main HMO areas in Plymouth?
Plymouth's HMO market is centred around the University of Plymouth, with significant concentrations in Mutley, Lipson, Stoke, and North Prospect. The naval and defence presence also creates demand for shared accommodation in some parts of the city.
How active is Plymouth's HMO enforcement?
Plymouth City Council operates a proactive private sector housing team. Fire safety compliance is an active enforcement priority, particularly given the density of HMO stock around the university and city centre areas.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Plymouth?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Plymouth typically charge £100–£260. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Plymouth landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline on-site.

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