On this page, you can find information about how to use your balcony safely and prevent injury, damage or fire risks.
Items on your balcony
- Furniture: you’re welcome to enjoy lawn or patio furniture on your balcony. Just make sure to choose pieces made from non-flammable materials for safety.
- Furniture safety: please avoid standing on balcony furniture and keep it a safe distance from the walls or railings to prevent encouraging climbing, especially for children.
- Plants: you can add a touch of greenery by placing plants on your balcony. Please ensure you have protective trays or mats underneath them to keep the balcony clean and dry.
- Decorative lights: feel free to hang outdoor lights to add a festive touch. Just ensure they are suitable for the season and are only displayed temporarily.
Be aware
- Balcony use: for safety and comfort, please refrain from using the balcony for barbeques or cooking.
- Decorations: please avoid displaying signs, flags, or banners on the balcony.
- Storage: kindly avoid storing items like bicycles, recycling, or rubbish on the balcony.
- Balcony items: keep the balcony clear of excessive or heavy items to ensure it remains safe for everyone.
- Clothing: please avoid hanging clothes or other items over the balcony railings.
- Feeding wildlife: to prevent attracting pests, kindly refrain from hanging bird or animal feeders on the balcony.
To ensure safety
- Smoking: if you smoke, please use a sturdy ashtray to responsibly dispose of cigarette butts and smoking materials, ensuring the balcony remains clean and safe.
- Safety: for your safety, please avoid leaning over, sitting on, or climbing the balcony walls or railings.
- Supervision: for the safety of young ones, always ensure children are supervised while on the balcony.
- Clutter-free: to maintain a safe environment, please keep the balcony clear of clutter and avoid using it for storage, as it is a crucial access point for emergency responders.
- Storage restrictions: for fire safety, please refrain from storing combustible, flammable items, or electrical goods on the balcony.
- Glass and mirrors: to prevent accidents, do not placing glass items or mirrors on the balcony, as they can magnify sunlight and pose a fire risk.
- Alterations: to ensure the safety and integrity of the building, please refrain from making any modifications or adding fixtures to the balcony without prior approval.
If you need to make a request for alterations, or need any further advice about how you can safely use your balcony, please contact our customer support team.
