HMO Fire Risk Assessment
Leicester
The BS 9792:2025-aligned fire risk assessment accepted by Leicester City Council for HMO licensing. Free to complete on-site. £45 for the council-ready PDF report.
Leicester HMO Licensing — What Your Council Requires
Leicester has one of the most active HMO markets in the East Midlands, driven by two universities and a significant private rented sector. Leicester City Council operates mandatory HMO licensing and additional licensing in high-density areas including Clarendon Park and Stoneygate. A written fire risk assessment under the RRO 2005 is required for all licence applications, and Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service supports enforcement.
- Mandatory HMO licensing for properties with 5+ occupants in 2+ households
- Additional licensing in Clarendon Park, Stoneygate, and West End areas
- Two universities — University of Leicester and De Montfort — driving significant HMO demand
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service works with Leicester City Council on HMO compliance
- FRASafe's BS 9792:2025-aligned report is accepted by Leicester City Council for licensing purposes
How it works
Produce a BS 9792:2025-aligned HMO fire risk assessment in three steps — accepted by Leicester councils.
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.
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.
Download your PDF report
Pay £45 to unlock your finished fire risk assessment PDF — ready to submit to your council for HMO licensing or keep on file for inspection.
Why Leicester 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 — 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.
- Full BS 9792:2025 questionnaire
- Automatic progress saving
- Works offline on-site
- Findings & action plan preview
- Everything in Free
- Signed PDF fire risk assessment
- Accepted for HMO licensing
- Lifetime access to your report
- Annual review reminder
Frequently asked questions
Does Leicester 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 — the format Leicester City Council requires for mandatory and additional HMO licence applications.
Does my Leicester HMO need a fire risk assessment?
Yes. The RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment for all HMOs. Leicester City Council requires this for all HMO licence applications and renewals.
Does Leicester have additional HMO licensing?
Yes. Leicester City Council operates additional licensing schemes covering HMOs below the mandatory licensing threshold in designated areas. Clarendon Park, Stoneygate, and parts of the West End have high HMO concentrations and are covered by additional licensing. Landlords should check with Leicester City Council for the current licensing map.
How large is Leicester's HMO market?
Leicester has a significant HMO market driven by two universities (University of Leicester and De Montfort University) and a large, diverse private rented sector. The city has one of the highest proportions of HMO stock relative to overall housing in the East Midlands.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Leicester?
Fire risk assessment consultants in Leicester typically charge £90–£270. FRASafe produces a complete, BS 9792:2025-aligned PDF report for £45.
How long does it take to complete?
Most Leicester landlords complete the assessment in 20–40 minutes. Progress is saved automatically and FRASafe works offline on-site.
Start your Leicester HMO fire risk assessment today
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