Dear All,

A question has arisen regarding the placement of personal items in common parts, which are outside individual owners demises. 

The formal rules dictate that nothing is allowed to be placed or stored in these areas and this is the default position which is enforced in the lobby, sauna, gym and first floor corridors.

A more pragmatic approach has historically been taken for the shared lobbies onto which the upper floor flat doors open. Some residents wish to enhance these spaces with pictures etc. Common courtesy dictates that you OK this with your immediate neighbours and we would encourage this.

These lobbies are fire exits so anything restricting egress would similarly be disallowed, As long as the immediate residents feel they are able to exit in an emergency no action will be taken and again, we would encourage a discussion with your neighbours.

Exceptions can not be made for electrical items of any type plugged into the common supply, as there is a legal requirement for them to have been PAT tested. This particularly applies to electrical items drawing a large current e.g. heaters , electric scooters / bicycles etc. which in addition are their own special fire hazard.

Fire and Health & Safety regulations mean Regatta Point Ltd have liability for these areas and there are insurance implications, so you will understand the lack of flexibility. 

If a resident feels their exit route is restricted or the annual Health and Safety Inspection deem it to be so then the Directors have no choice other than to ensure the item is removed.

We have only had one issue over the last 25 years so hopefully sensible discussion will prevail. 

On behalf of the directors RP Ltd