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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Wakefield HMOs.

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

BS 9792:2025 alignedAccepted by City of Wakefield CouncilRRO 2005 compliantWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF report
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WakefieldCity of Wakefield Metropolitan District 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 Wakefield

Wakefield has a growing private rented sector driven by professional demand and its position as a commuter hub for Leeds and Bradford. The City of Wakefield Metropolitan District Council operates mandatory HMO licensing, with West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service supporting fire safety compliance.

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

City of Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • Wakefield is a major commuter hub. Demand for shared housing is driven by workers commuting to Leeds, Bradford, and Sheffield.
  • No major university in Wakefield city. HMO demand is predominantly professional.
  • West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service works with Wakefield Council on HMO fire safety
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by City of Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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 City of Wakefield 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 City of Wakefield Metropolitan District Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Wakefield HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Wakefield Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing for properties with five or more occupants in two or more households.
What drives HMO demand in Wakefield?
Wakefield's HMO market is primarily professional. The city has strong transport links to Leeds, Bradford, and Sheffield, making it an affordable base for workers commuting to larger cities. The private rented sector has grown steadily as housing costs in Leeds have increased.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Wakefield?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Wakefield typically charge £85–£240. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.

Start your Wakefield HMO fire risk assessment today

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