Fire Escape on Ground Floor Apartment

sonofbullet | 09:05 Tue 15th Jul 2008 | Property

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I have recently moved into a Ground Floor Apartment that has a set of French Windows leading out to a garden area. These windows have a set of railings, about 4ft high that stop you from using the windows effectively. I have recently took these railings off and have been given a nasty letter from the management company. I am hoping to go down the fire escape route, as I see these as the only fire escape available in the event of a fire between the rest of the flat and the fron t door, or even if there was a fire in the community hallway. I am unsure as to the law, but for common sense purposs it makes sense. Any information or views would be appreciated..THANKS.

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buildersmate

Sorry, but there is nothing in Building Regulations that requires a fire escape for a ground floor flat. You'll have a try another tactic.

Twenty20

Have you read the covenants on the property to see if youre actually allowed to do this?

buildersmate

That's possibly why the management company has written.

sonofbullet

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Yes - I know that, but I am looking for a way round it. I have asked them for the Fire Assessement which I believe they must carry out as part of the HHSRS Regs. Not worth giving up without a fight..

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