Unauthorised items
Unauthorised items in communal spaces will either be removed immediately or issued with a notice.
The notice will allow the resident a set time-frame to remove the item themselves.
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Notices will have a time and date the item needs to be removed by.
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The item will be removed after the notice expires.
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Residents will be informed if the item can be collected before disposal.
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If you have concerns about stored items in your communal area, please contact your Housing Liaison Officer.
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Email HLOTeam@newham.gov.uk or call the Contact Centre on 020 8430 2000 and ask for the Housing Liaison Team.
Barbecues
You are NOT allowed to use or have barbecues or portable cooking equipment anywhere in, or surrounding, the building. This includes balconies
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Barbecues use combustible materials, flames, and embers which can easily cause fire spread .
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Barbecues produce carbon monoxide, which is a poisonous gas.
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Unattended barbecues on balconies can cause fire to spread and endanger other residents.
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Gas cylinders and bottles are not allowed anywhere within your block.
Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited in communal areas and on balconies.
If you smoke in areas where it is allowed:
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ensure your cigarettes are put out completely before disposal, ideally in an ashtray with water
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dispose of cigarettes safety - make sure they cannot ignite other materials
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avoid smoking in bed or when tired
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consider fire resisting night-wear and furniture throughout your property
