Communal bike storage - Compromise

eddddy

agentcain said:

Then I guess I shouldn't lock it outside either, as its communal, belonging to the freeholder and I haven't been given permission to. Or is that considered acceptable

The freeholder can decide whether they will allow anyone to park a bike on their land. They might allow you, or they might not. 

Norman_Castle

agentcain said:

Then I guess I shouldn't lock it outside either, as its communal, belonging to the freeholder and I haven't been given permission to. Or is that considered acceptable

Try it, they are less likely to police an outside area. Use locks that reflect the value of the bikes and use a cover. If there is enough interest between residents they may eventually provide locking points or similar but I suspect fending for yourself will be easier and more productive. Don't waste your time trying to use the internal area, it's an easy win for them.

HampshireH

1st thing on Google for Livewest's communal area policy is really clear on their website so it's not a secret

If you make a fuss about their policies  just hope your landlord has permission to let from them. Because your landlord will be who they go to for repeated breach of the lease. (Which probably says to adhere to their policies)

Their lease will also outline their premises and any parking arrangements. The majority state no storage of items in communal areas. Unusual for a lease not to.

https://www.livewest.co.uk/safety-in-your-home