As per letter issued by Wandsworth Borough Council to all residents on 4th March 2026, a copy was also placed on the Goulden House website, please use following link for ease of reference: https://www.gouldenhouse.org/2026/03/fire-safety-letter-issued-to-all-residents/
Be aware that the fire action procedure in your block is to stay put. i.e. in the event of a fire in the building, unless you are affected by fire or smoke you should remain in your home. Ensure you have a working smoke alarm in your home. Ensure your front door is the appropriate thickness (44mm), fits closely into the frame, and has a working door closer (45 Lessee Flat Doors remain noncompliant to this most serious issue (Final Official Warning Letter will be issued shortly).
In order to keep the means of escape clear you must also adhere to the following:
Rubbish should be disposed of down the rubbish chutes. Rubbish should not be left in the rubbish chute chamber or in the communal area. No items should be stored in the communal areas. This includes the lift lobby and stairwells. If you leave items in these areas, they will now be cleared and disposed of without warning as per decision at the General Meeting on Tuesday 16th June. The latter in compliance with the Terms and Conditions of your lease and in compliance with Health, Safety, Fire & Smoke Regulations.
Please ensure that you comply with the above, Important to Note: any items placed in the Communal Areas will be removed week commencing 22nd June, therefore, if you have placed any items in the Communal Areas, please ensure that you remove them before they are removed and immediately disposed.
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