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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Wells HMOs.

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

BS 9792:2025 alignedAccepted by Somerset CouncilRRO 2005 compliantWorks offline on-siteInstant PDF report
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WellsSomerset 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 Wells

Wells is England's smallest city by population, with a very limited HMO market. Somerset Council administers HMO licensing for the Wells area, and Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service covers fire safety compliance across the county.

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

Somerset Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • Wells has an extremely small HMO market given its population, making it one of England's smallest cities
  • No university in Wells. The private rented sector is driven by local professionals and key workers.
  • Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service works with Somerset Council on compliance
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Somerset 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 Wells 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 Wells 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 Somerset Council accept FRASafe reports for HMO licensing in Wells?
Yes. FRASafe produces a written fire risk assessment aligned with BS 9792:2025 and the RRO 2005, which is the format Somerset Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Wells HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. If your Wells property has five or more occupants in two or more households sharing facilities, it requires a mandatory HMO licence and a current fire risk assessment.
What is the HMO market like in Wells?
Wells is England's smallest city and has a very limited HMO market. The private rented sector is driven by local professionals and key workers in healthcare and public services. If you do have a licensed HMO in Wells, the fire safety obligations under the RRO 2005 are identical to those in any larger English city.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Wells?
Fire risk assessment consultants serving the Wells area typically charge £80–£220. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.

Start your Wells HMO fire risk assessment today

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