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HMO fire risk assessment

Fire risk assessments for Winchester HMOs.

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

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

Winchester has a professional and student HMO market supported by the University of Winchester and strong London commuter demand. Winchester City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing, with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service covering fire safety compliance across the district.

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

Winchester City Council

  • Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
  • University of Winchester drives student HMO demand in Stanmore and areas around the campus
  • Excellent rail links to London Waterloo make Winchester popular with London commuters sharing accommodation
  • Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service works with Winchester City Council on HMO compliance
  • FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Winchester City 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 Winchester 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 Winchester 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 Winchester 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 Winchester City Council requires for mandatory HMO licence applications.
Does my Winchester HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Winchester City Council requires this for mandatory HMO licensing for properties with five or more occupants in two or more households.
What drives HMO demand in Winchester?
Winchester's HMO market is a mix of student demand from the University of Winchester and professional commuter demand. The city's outstanding rail connection to London Waterloo (approximately one hour) makes it an attractive base for London-based professionals, alongside local demand from NHS workers and public sector employees.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Winchester?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Winchester typically charge £100–£270. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.

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