Block Management
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What are the requirements for fire exit door locks?
Read more: What are the requirements for fire exit door locks?Fire exit doors requirements are: Easily opened from the inside Easily and immediately openable Must not be so locked or fastened that they cannot be easily and immediately opened by any person who may require to use them in an emergency Further Reading The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 A Guide to making your […]
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Water has leaked into my flat from the flat above what do I need to consider?
Read more: Water has leaked into my flat from the flat above what do I need to consider?Water from Flat A leaks into Flat B causing damage in Flat B. Things to consider: Check the terms of the lease as to who is responsible for the repair and any damage caused. Generally, an individual leaseholder will be responsible for any installation exclusively serving their unit even if it is not within the […]
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Do resident management companies need to register with ICO?
Read more: Do resident management companies need to register with ICO?The following is the advice received from the Information Commissioner: With regards to whether Resident Management Companies (RMCs) need to notify, this would depend on the individual circumstances of each case and, in particular, whether the resident management company does any processing of personal data itself that the professional management agent does not. Therefore, in […]
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Who is responsible for dealing with pests in a block?
Read more: Who is responsible for dealing with pests in a block?Any infestation that originates from the leaseholder’s property is the responsibility of the leaseholder. Any infestation that is located or caused within the building structure or common parts is the responsibility of the management company. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate […]