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Window Locks - Legal Requirement?
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When we moved into our rented town house the LA told us that the top floor windows had restrictors on, as legally they had to. It is a new build and is three storeys.0
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We have window locks in our rented house but there are no keys! As a result, our bathroom window only opens halfway. All the other windows are unlocked, fortunately. Think the keys got lost by previous tenants years ago....0
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That is related to Building Reguations, not tenancy law.When we moved into our rented town house the LA told us that the top floor windows had restrictors on, as legaily they had to. It is a new build and is three storeys.
New Build properties have a multitude of regulations that do not apply to older properties built before the regs came into force. There is no requirement to upgrade older properties unless actually doing work anyway (ie replacing existing windows - the new ones then have to comply).
Replacement keys for most types of window locks are not hard to find at DIY stores or locksmiths, orWe have window locks in our rented house but there are no keys!
http://www.replacementkeys.co.uk/window0 -
Window restrictors are about £10 each off ebay. A very easy DIY fit. Set them against tax. Gives you peace of mind.Eat vegetables and fear no creditors, rather than eat duck and hide.0
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I wanted to increase security but I was told Fire Safety came first.
Have mains wired smoke alarms and fire escape route with emergency lighting but then this would be over the top for many.
Window restrictors could cost lives in the event of a fire.
Would fit them if very low Windows and young kids in house but not on every window on the floor.0 -
I wanted to increase security but I was told Fire Safety came first.
Have mains wired smoke alarms and fire escape route with emergency lighting but then this would be over the top for many.
Window restrictors could cost lives in the event of a fire.
Would fit them if very low Windows and young kids in house but not on every window on the floor.
The requirements only apply to low windows (sill height below 800mm from memory) and bedroom windows etc. should have child proof release catches on the restrictors so fire safety is not a problem. It is a bit worrying that some landlords do not understand this and some are reluctant to spend £10 to ensure their tenant's safety.0
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