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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Truro HMOs.

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

BS 9792:2025 alignedAccepted by Cornwall CouncilRRO 2005 compliantWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF report
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TruroCornwall 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 Truro

Truro has a small and seasonal HMO market as Cornwall's county town and administrative centre. Cornwall Council administers HMO licensing across the county, and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service provides fire safety support for licensed properties in the area.

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

Cornwall Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • Truro has a modest HMO market, primarily professional and key worker demand in Cornwall's administrative centre
  • Cornwall College Truro campus contributes some student demand to the local rental market
  • Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service works with Cornwall Council on fire safety compliance
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Cornwall 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 Truro 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 Truro 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 Cornwall Council accept FRASafe reports for HMO licensing in Truro?
Yes. FRASafe produces a written fire risk assessment aligned with BS 9792:2025 and the RRO 2005, which is the format Cornwall Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications across the county.
Does my Truro HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Cornwall Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing for properties with five or more occupants sharing facilities.
What is the HMO market like in Truro?
Truro has a small HMO market driven by healthcare workers at Royal Cornwall Hospital, public sector and local government employees, and the county's administrative functions. Seasonal tourism also affects the broader rental market. HMO licensing activity is limited relative to larger English cities.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Truro?
Fire risk assessment consultants serving the Truro area typically charge £80–£220. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.

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