Fire Strategy Cost London | Fire Safety ServicesWhat determines the cost of a fire strategy in London
The cost of a fire strategy in London varies depending on several factors: the type and size of the building, the complexity of the fire safety design, the regulatory context the report is needed for, and the experience and qualification level of the practice producing it. A fire strategy for a straightforward flat conversion will cost significantly less than a fire strategy for a 25-storey mixed-use residential tower requiring a Gateway 2 submission to the Building Safety Regulator. Understanding what drives the fee helps clients budget accurately and assess whether a fee proposal represents good value.
The main cost drivers are building complexity and report scope. A simple building with a standard layout, a clear means of escape strategy, and no unusual fire engineering challenges will require less engineering time than a complex building with multiple uses, unusual geometry, basement levels, atria, or high-risk occupancies. The regulatory context also affects the scope: a fire strategy for a planning application under London Plan Policy D12a has different content requirements from a Gateway 2 submission to the Building Safety Regulator, which requires a more detailed and comprehensive document. Buildings above 18 metres classified as higher-risk under the Building Safety Act 2022 require a more rigorous fire engineering approach and therefore a higher fee.
At Fire Safety Services, we provide a clear written fee proposal within 1 to 2 working days of receiving the project information — typically the architectural drawings and a brief description of the project and what the fire strategy is needed for. We do not charge for the initial enquiry or fee proposal. Our fees reflect the actual engineering time required to produce a high-quality, technically robust fire strategy that will satisfy building control, planning authorities, and the Building Safety Regulator. We do not produce templated or generic fire strategies — every report is written specifically for the building it covers.
