Keeping Communal Areas and Balconies Safe Policy - Policies, strategies and open data

Department: Housing
Description: This policy sets out the council's duty to keep communal areas safe, clean, and accessible. Items left in communal areas may increase the risk of a fire, fire spread or impede escape routes for residents, visitors, and the fire services.
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Further details: Page last updated 10 February 2026