Council residents - Safety in your home

You must not keep inflammable materials, liquids or gases in the property other than may be reasonably required for domestic use or do anything which might cause a fire, flood or other damage to the property. If you live in a flat or maisonette, you are not allowed to keep or use liquid petroleum gas, other than that in disposable containers such as aerosols which comply with the current British Standard for disposable cylinders and which have a maximum capacity of 1 litre. The number of such cylinders must be limited to that reasonably required for domestic use. You must not store dangerous or offensive substances in the communal areas.

The use and storage of liquid petroleum gas in flats and maisonettes is banned by the council. Further details can be found in the booklet 'Liquid Petroleum Gas' which is available from your managing agent. Paraffin Heaters can also be dangerous and can also be a major source of condensation. The council advises that it is best not to use them at all. If you do wish to use a paraffin heater, it should conform to British Safety Regulations BS3300 and carry the BSI kite mark. Heaters should be sited where they cannot be knocked over or are in a draught. They should never be positioned in escape routes such as entrance lobbies or hallways.