Works update - August 2023

Welcome to your resident's update from Equans. This is a great way for us to keep you up to date with all the work that has been going on so far and what we expect to achieve going forward.

If you have any queries about the works being undertaken by Equans, please direct your query to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer, Trevon Mengot by calling 07811704593.

As you will be aware, Equans has been appointed by Southern Housing to replace cladding and associated fire remediation works at Cygnus Court.

Programme update:

The programme of works at Cygnus has been delayed due to findings from structural surveys completed. It has been identified that there is damage to the existing timber frame caused by water penetration, in addition there are additional structural surveys being undertaken to confirm if the existing timber frame is sufficient to retain the weight of the new system.

Respite area: The respite area is now located at Whytecliffe Road South at the Purley Community Hub, approximately a four minute walk away. Despite our best efforts to provide a respite facility behind the hoarding to the front, there is a delay from TFL due to the closing off of Brighton Road and the impending lift replacement works have also meant that there's no space to set up a suitable respite in the car park. If you would like to have a look or use the facilities at Whytecliffe Road, please contact RLO, Trevon.

Balcony decking: These works are now in delay due to the discovery of water ingress when removing the old decking on three of the balconies. The remediation of this problem now sits with the structural engineers who will provide solutions to the problem encountered. This does unfortunately mean that the start date for these works is now delayed until a design is agreed. Residents will be notified of our intent to resume the balcony works and we will continue to issue a weekly update to all residents to pre-warn you of any upcoming works.

Monoflex: Monoflex is the white sheeting on the facade of the building. This material assists with keeping the building safe and dry in case of a fire. Currently the team are carrying out a change of monoflex to a better graded product, removing the remaining render where we can and carrying out gas and flue checks to ensure you're always kept safe.

Residents with electrical heating systems: Residents with these systems will not need to have their heating isolated during the removal of the external cladding. Residents with gas boilers and external flues will still need to be isolated and we will be in contact.

Further information: We advise all residents to close windows to prevent dust and debris from entering your flat during works.

If you require any further information about the works being undertaken by Equans or would like to speak with the Site Manager, Mark, we encourage an open-door policy so feel free to pop down and say hello.

Monthly residents meeting: We would like to invite you to our next residents meeting taking place on 5th September on Microsoft Teams from 6pm - we will send you a link.

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