Welcome to the message page for the Linx Development, Manchester
Here you will find the information you need and any latest news regarding the development.
We have a dedicated out of hours team that will deal with any Emergency you may suffer.
Should you have an emergency situation during out of office hours only at any time- please call 0345 601 837
Flat alarm testing
A contractor will be on site on Monday the 18th of May and Tuesday 26th of May to attempt to test the remaining 49 flats alarms .
Please see the list below of flats and their corresponding dates that the contractor will test them on.
If you have a tenant in one of the below properties , please make them aware .
Monday 18th of May
Tuesday 26th of May
This bulletin is a reminder about the fire risks associated with balconies with timber features and the activities that may increase the risk of fire. This follows a fire in Barking, which spread rapidly across the building façade and is pictured below.
Samuel Garside House in Barking, where a fire spread via combustible balconies – the fire was likely caused by a barbeque
The government and most individual local authorities have published specific advice regarding fire risks associated with these types of balconies and the steps residents can take to minimise fire risks.
Barbecues should never be used on balconies as fire can take hold and spread rapidly – as above. Where the use of barbeques is identified this could be classed as a breach of lease and lead to formal action.
Additional advice is that residents should avoid storing combustible materials; such as cardboard boxes, paperwork, soft furnishings etc. on balconies as these can all help fire to spread rapidly. Smoking should also be avoided on balconies.
If you are unclear about what is required in terms of these simple steps please check with your property manager.
Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.
cladding update from CHPK
CHPK have advised that the deadline for the BSR has been extended to the 29th May.
Water -
this is a message to all leaseholders .
the pump contractor has advised the water will be off at the property on the 23/04/26 between 9am and 2pm. if you have a tenant living in the property, please make them aware
Flat Fire Alarm Testing
Our contractor will need access to carry out fire alarm testing in the flats on the following dates:
Please ensure you are available at your property on the relevant date to provide access.
Weekly alarm testing
Please below updated from contractor that is carrying out the weekly alarm test –
“The weekly testing for April will be completed as follows:
7th of April, 13th of April, 20th of April and the 27th of April.”
Development update
We have received the following questions from some leaseholders with regard the service charge accounts. For clarity and ease – I will attach for the benefit of all.
CHPK cladding works update
CHPK Ltd have now finalised negotiations with Guildmore Ltd to agree the final costs for the cladding remediation. The costs have been submitted to the Cladding Safety Scheme for review and approval, which usually takes 2-3 weeks.
We will let you know when approval is confirmed by the CSS, and keep you updated of any further delays associated with the Building Safety Regulator Application.
CHPK cladding works update
"Just to let you know that the BSR has requested an extension to the building control determination date to 16th April
As such, we are unlikely to receive an approval before this date.
We will of course let you know as soon as there is any substantive update to the BSR approval."
Engineers have advised the water is on at the building and is up to full pressure
Thank You
The engineers are en-route to the development and have acquired parts that are needed.
We are hopeful that water will be available this evening .
Thank you
We have contacted an Industrial plumbing company who have advised they maybe able to assist and will be looking to visit the development today.
As soon as they have been we will have more information and we will continue to update.
27th January 2026
Engineers still remain on site but still remain unable to connect the water. If they remain unsuccessful, we will arrange delivery of a pallet of water that occupiers can collect from the basement later this evening. Please ensure your tenants are aware.
The engineers remain on site trying to resolve the issue, the water is still turned off, please inform your tenants.
We apologise again for the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience
To all residents,
Our contractors are currently on-site working to resolve the water issue. Unfortunately, they are encountering some unforeseen difficulties.
We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience. We will continue to provide updates as the situation progresses.
To all residents
A contractor will be attending the site approx (1pm)
Thank you for your patience whilst we get this issue resolved
We have been made aware that there is no water at the development.
We are trying to seek alternative contractors to assist us as quickly as we can.
Please ensure your tenant is aware of the situation that we are trying to resolve.
please below latest update from CHPK in regards to the cladding works at the property -
"Guildmore and CHPK are in dialogue with the BSR, however no confirmed date for the approval has been provided as of yet. Once the comments are returned, we will continue to chase."
Wishing you a Merry and safe Christmas from Compton Property Management;
Please remember to
And to ensure you keep your home safe – please check it using the advice given by the National Fire Chiefs Council at HFSC
Dear Leaseholders,
Please find attached the flat door inspection report, which was carried out at the end of March.
Following confirmation contained within your lease , it has been determined that the flat entrance doors are demised to each flat. Therefore, the responsibility to complete any works identified in the report relating to your individual flat door rests with you as the leaseholder. these required works should be carried out at the earliest opportunity and provide a certificate on completion to cpm@compton.group clearly indicating your flat number which then will be filed and shared with the fire officer.
Failure to provide the required certification or to complete any necessary remedial work by 31st December 2025 may result in the freeholder taking formal enforcement action, which may include gaining access to your flat, carrying out the works, and applying all associated costs to your service charge account.
I would respectfully remind you that should you have a tenant in your property , your are obligated to ensure that they remain fire safe .
Alarm Testing Update
We have been advised by a fire officer that weekly fire alarm sound tests must take place at the property.
As a result, the alarms will now be tested every Monday moving forward.
Please note that on occasion the test may take place on a different day due to the contractor’s schedule, but they will aim for Monday each week.
Development updated
please see latest letter from CHPK and presentation from latest meeting-
presentation from guildmore-LINK
In preparation for Bonfire Night, please can all leaseholders have a read through the safety information provided at this link: Bonfire Safety – UK Fire Service Resources
You're invited to Linx Resident Update - Remediation Project Presentation - CHPK X Guildmore
Linx Resident Update - Remediation Project Presentation - CHPK X Guildmore Teams meeting
Tue, 30 Sept 2025 18:00 - 19:00 (UTC+00:00) Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London
Dear Leaseholder/Resident,
We would like to invite you to a Town Hall meeting where Guildmore will present there proposals and works to date for your information.
Meeting ID: 335 539 893 165
Passcode: DV7PT2Ps
Best Regards,
Aadam Khan
Sincerely,
CHPK Limited
residents update on behalf of CHPK
resident update letter 08/09/25-LINK
resident update on behalf of CHPK
resident update letter 07/08/25 -LINK
Please be advised that the contractor has erected a material sample board by the lift to the south eastern lift core within the internal courtyard.
This will provide information to leaseholders of the material selected for your building
Thank you
Resident update on behalf of CHPK
Thank you
Please see attached documents with update from CHPK
please note that you may be contacted by CHPK to receive notice of the planning application in regards to the cladding works.
many thanks
Please find attached with regard to building cladding for your information
Please find attached with regard to building cladding for your information
linx building 3d scanning -document
CHPK cladding works update
resident update letter 2 -LINK
Development update
Please will the following flats urgently contact us to provide at brandon@compton.group and jjones@compton.group for permission to be granted to CHPK in order that they can carry out investigations to each of your properties .
This is for the cladding and fire safety work to progress
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Internal Surveys Required |
Internal Surveys Required and Access into properties for open up works to be book for 10th , 11th or 14th of April |
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005 |
008 (Balcony) |
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006 |
014 (Balcony) |
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007 |
016 (Balcony) |
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015 |
111 (Balcony) |
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105 |
504 (Terrace) |
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106 |
601 (Terrace) |
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201 |
602 (Terrace) |
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205 |
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301 |
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302 |
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509 |
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604 |
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Thank you
Recent Inspection to all flat doors for fire safety
Please find attached details of the recent fire inspection that has taken place and includes all flat main entry doors.
It is vital for your own safety that you adhere to the inspection advice and remedy any and all faults that are listed. The fire officers are thankfully keeping a watchful eye on the Linx due to the cladding issues. They may well ask for this copy which will show those that have not remedied issues. The main door to your flat must be fire safe – the door is your own responsibility to repair and maintain.
Please ensure that the door is fire safe for you - your tenant and your visitors.
CHPK Update
Development update
We have received the following questions from some 20 leaseholders with regard the service charge accounts. For clarity and ease – I will attach for the benefit of all.
I must point out that work orders that are not notifiable – we do not need to consult with leaseholders. Should a leaseholder wish to nominate a contractor at any time- please provide their details.
Most Maintenance issues cannot be planned- and are dealt with reactively– however statutory testing and annual orders – are proactively arranged.
CPM replies to leaseholder queries -LINK
Thank you
There are continuing issues with water ingress suffered between flats- often this is caused by lack of maintenance to shower and bath areas where sealant often needs replacing. It is also important to ensure that you- or your tenant is fully aware of the location of the stop tap for the property to enable the water to be turned off in an emergency.
Water ingress in flats is one of the biggest costs suffered in service charges to resolve and results in many insurance claims being raised - which in turn affects an increase in premiums.
please visit the below page for information on servicing- which is another cause of water ingress due to lack of servicing.
Thank you
https://www.britishgas.co.uk/heating/guides/boiler-servicing.html
Kind regards
Jean Jones
Jean Jones (Mrs) AIRPM
Senior Property Manager
Compton Property Management Ltd
45-51 Wychtree Street, Morriston, Swansea SA6 8EX
Tel: 01792 315458
Fax: 01792 315513
Email: jjones@compton.group
please see email received from the Higher risk Team-
Good afternoon all.
I am emailing you following our phone call conversations over the last week in relation to the Day of Action which will be carried out this week on the 12th, 13th and 14th February 2025 at one or more of your high-rise buildings where I understand you are the managing agents or appointed by the managing agents.
The purpose of the day of action is to provide home fire safety advice in buildings which have been identified as having fire safety issues which mean residents are at increased risk due to the building rather than their personal circumstances.
Operational fire crews and our prevention advisors will be visiting the buildings I have discussed with you to offer doorstep fire safety advice to those residents that are at home and reinforce the need to evacuate the building if they become aware of a fire in the premises or elsewhere in the building. Crews will also be providing residents leaflets tailored to high rise residential buildings that operate a simultaneous evacuation strategy.
On the 13th February, crews will visit;
The Linx Building, 25 Simpson Street
The primary purpose of the initiative is to offer advice to residents on their safety in their own flats, however it would be advisable that you take the opportunity to ensure that the interim measures in place (i.e. fire alarm systems) and any other fire safety measures, are working correctly to avoid any concerns being raised by crews to the fire safety team.
Below is a link to our online leaflet resource which details the information that crews will be passing on to the residents, which you may find useful or want to circulate to residents prior to our visit.
Kind regards
Daniel Taylor
Fire Safety Inspector
Higher Risk Team
Development update
Please find attached details from the development meeting 4th feb 2025 together with the FRAEW and costings as leaseholders requested.
we should clearly state that the scope of works and costs are subject to findings on site during the PCSA, and therefore may change.
please also be advised that if you wish to view the meeting yesterday please visit the link below , please be advised that there is an expiry time for the recording.
Thank you
Re: Fire safety
As you have all been made aware- the fire alarm at the Linx development is being tested this Friday 7th February 2025 between 9.30 and 10 am . This will allow all residents to be aware of the sound incase of any future issues.
Leaseholders are reminded to not interfere or remove the detectors placed within each flat. This will cause faults to be recorded at the system and of course an engineer to be called to reset. This is a cost that is avoidable.
We have also been directed to make you aware- that in future should the fire alarm sound - you are to evacuate.
If you have a tenant at the property – please ensure that they and their agent are all fully aware of the situation and they are updated to understand that they are to evacuate when the alarm sound.
Thank you
Please find attached details of an online meeting that leaseholders are invited to be a part of.
Please find below the link you will require to join the meeting on feb 4th-
Thank you
Kind regards
Jean Jones
jjones@compton.group
Jean Jones (Mrs) AIRPM
Senior Property Manager
Flat entrance doors
We will be conducting a fire risk assessment of the flat entrance doors on the dates listed below.
To ensure the contractor can complete the necessary checks, we kindly ask that you are present in your flat on these dates.
• All flats between 1 - 201 on Thursday 27th February.
• All flats between 202 - 316 on Friday 28th February.
• All flats between 401 – 604 on Saturday 1st March.
Each individual door will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes to survey, access to the individual flats on the advised dates would need to be made available.
To all Leaseholders
Please ensure that Compton property management hold your correct contact details as quickly as possible.
In order to communicate swiftly we will need your email address and telephone number
We will then be able to email all leaseholders and text to advise of any update regarding major work and any other matter.
Thank you
Hi All,
We can confirm that the Fire Alarm System has been installed and is now active being remotely monitored.
In regards to the main fire safety works the intrusive investigation works are due to commence on the 21st January 2025. Further information regarding disruption and location of the works will be confirmed prior to commencement early January to those that may be affected.
A draft programme of the overall works is available and will be uploaded with this message for you to review.
draft programme of overall works-LINK
Should you have any issues accessing the works programme and would like to review please email me – richard@rogernorthlong.co.uk
Finally we would like to thank you all for your assistance particularly Ruth for help providing access to enable Alarm installation to take place and Wish you all a Merry Christmas / New Year.
Kind Regards
Richard
Opening hours : Please be aware that the office will close on December 24th at 2pm and re-open at 8am on January 2nd 2025.
For any out of hours urgent call please call 0345 601 8374
Please read the below guidance for safety at your property
Check your Christmas tree lights carry the British Safety Standard sign.
Never place candles near your Christmas tree or materials that can catch light easily.
Test your smoke alarms at least monthly and only remove batteries when replacing them.
Most fires start in the kitchen. Avoid leaving a cooker unattended.
Avoid cooking when under the influence of alcohol.
Make sure your family and visitors know how to escape in an emergency.
Make sure cigarettes are put out properly.
Decorations can burn easily – so don’t attach them to lights or heaters.
Keep candles, lighters and matches out of children’s reach. Never leave burning candles unattended.
Never overload electrical sockets. Always switch Christmas lights off and unplug them before you go to bed.
Store fireworks safely. Never go back to a lit firework and keep a bucket of water nearby.
Take care around open fireplaces as clothes may catch fire.
Take time to check on older relatives and neighbours this Christmas as they are at greater risk from fire.
For advice specific to you and your home, complete your own home fire safety check.
For further information- please log on to the webpage :- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-tips-for-christmas/wishing-you-a-safe-and-happy-christmas-accessible
We wish you all a very happy and safe Christmas and hope 2025 is kind to us all
Thank you
Kind regards
Jean Jones
Jean Jones (Mrs) AIRPM
Senior Property Manager
fire alarm update
Hi All,
As you are aware the fire alarm installation works are ongoing and due to be completed by the 20th December 2024.
If you are yet to have had the detectors installed can you please contact me ASAP so we can arrange access and ensure these works are completed to enable alarm system to be commissioned.
Many thanks to all of you that have made contact and provided access to date, it is really appreciated and will save costs currently being incurred by having a Waking Watch at property.
Alongside the installation of the fire alarm system the organisation of the fire safety works has been ongoing.
The initial intrusive investigation works planned to start this month will be move back to early in the New Year and I will keep you informed as to start date.
Kind Regards
Richard
The electrical works to support the install of the alarm system are near completion.
The install of detectors to individual apartments will now progress as follows:
W/C 25/11 – All Ground & First Floor Apartments – Naple and Simpson sides
W/C 2/12 – All Second, Third and possibly Fourth Floor apartments
W/C 9/12 – All Remaining Floors and commissioning
During these time periods if you are unavailable or engaged with calls whilst working from home a contact card will be left by engineer.
Can you then either contact myself or engineers onsite to let us know a suitable time to undertake works.
The engineers will require only a short time period in each apartment so disruption will be kept to a minimum.
If you have any queries or concerns please feel free to contact me on 07754265323 or 02920 484484.
Alarm upgrade
To All Leaseholders / Occupants,
Please be aware that the installation of the Fire Alarm System will commence today with initial works being restricted to the Communal areas of the building only.
Further details regarding access into Leaseholder areas being the individual flats will then follow with dates and times to be confirmed shortly.
We are aware that people have work commitments and will not be available to provide access at all times.
The contractor MHowe Electrical Services will work with you to ensure disruption is kept to a minimum.
If you have any concerns or queries please feel free to contact me on 02920 484484.
Kind Regards
Richard Bond
Roger North Long & Partners
Fire safety works
please see updated for the project manager regarding the fire safety works at the property-
"Regarding the above we can confirm the following:
Waking watch enquiries
We have initiated a consultation process under section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 for the implementation of a “waking watch”.
The implementation of a waking watch was an absolute requirement, directed by our surveyor, in liaison with Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
The cost of a waking watch is not covered by government funding in the same way as the remediation of cladding. The cost will therefore be passed to leaseholders where leaseholders do not have the protection of Schedule 8 of the Building Safety Act 2022.
The good news is that there is funding for the upgrade to the alarm system, which allows us to stop the waking watch.
We are trying to expedite the re-configuration of the alarm system as quickly as we can, and leaseholders can help by allowing access to their flats, as and when required. As soon as the re-configured alarm is activated, the waking watch will be cancelled. We expect this will happen in mid-December.
We cannot provide advice to individuals about leaseholder protections, and you should take your own, independent legal advice.
Thank you
cladding update
please see latest up from surveyor regarding the cladding and the funding -
"We are currently working through the new CSS portal having been switched from the original BSF portal that we were initially using to process application.
We would be grateful if you could circulate this email to leaseholders to notify that the building has been accepted for funding to undertake remedial repairs to the Cladding / Fire Safety Issues.
Further updates and information will following shortly."
Cladding update
As you maybe aware – we were at last visited at The Linx by the MP for Bethnal green and Stepney- Rushanara Ali who is also the MP for building safety. She was joined by Lucy Powell- Kate Green and Homes England representatives.
We would also like to Thank Ruth Guest for her continued involvement- support and assistance in this important matter which is most appreciated.
We are hopeful of progression in the removal of cladding and await directions. No dates can be given at this stage- but the FRAEW that has been requested has now been passed to Homes England for funding to be approved.
Below is a link for information on the visit just for your information.
As soon as we have accurate dates and plans to progress- we will of course advise.
To all Linx Leaseholders and Residents
Dear Resident
The Linx, Manchester
The purpose of this letter is to tell you about a change to fire safety advice for your building.
As a responsible freeholder, Tapestart takes fire safety extremely seriously.
Our most recent fire safety inspections of your building have identified that the work required to the building to improve fire safety will take some time to arrange; and the approach to fire safety is consequentially advised as needing upgrading to meet a ‘simultaneous evacuation’ procedure.
In light of this; we have altered our current procedures and also reviewed your current fire evacuation instructions. A full policy is available – however; the important change is that -
IF THERE IS A FIRE IN THE BUILDING, OR IF THE ALARM SOUNDS, YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE IF IT IS SAFE TO DO SO.
To provide you with extra support and reassurance during this temporary change, we are providing additional staff to patrol the building 24 hours a day. In the event of a fire, or if the fire alarm sounds, they will support an emergency evacuation by possibly knocking on your door or sounding a claxon alarm and instructing you to leave the building immediately by the nearest exit and closing the door behind you.
IF YOU ENVISAGE NEEDING HELP TO LEAVE THE BUILDING IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, DUE TO RESTRICTED MOBILITY OR A DISABILITY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON, PLEASE INFORM US IMMEDIATELY AND WE WILL PUT A SPECIFIC PERSONAL EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN IN PLACE FOR YOU AND ALERT THE FIRE SERVICE TO YOUR NEEDS.
In order to continue keeping your home safe, please do remember the advice we have already previously provided: and be aware of the web-page for your development.
Test any smoke alarms within your home on a monthly basis to make sure they are still working correctly.
Your safety is our top priority, and we take fire safety and prevention very seriously.
If you need any additional information or would like to discuss this letter, please contact your Property Manager on Brandon Thomas by email :- brandon@compton.group ; Telephone 01792 315498
this is a message to all leaseholder
we have had a recent fire risk assessment carried out at the above development, the contractors made us aware of items that are being stored in the communal areas like floor mats . please can you remove of these items or make your tenant aware as this is a fire risk.
thank you
Development update
please be advise that water will be turned off 9am and 1pm on Tuesday the 31st of October for the chlorination and cleaning of the tanks
Development update
Window cleaning
I am arranging to have the communal windows cleaned at the development.The contractor is attending Wednesday 13th Sept.
Any leaseholder wishing to have their own windows cleaned can arrange direct with the window cleaner.
Please Provide your name tel. number and flat address to:-
Thank you
Development update
The freeholder has recently sent Landlord's Certificates to those leaseholders who are liable to pay service charges for historic remedial fire safety defects. Neither the freeholder nor Compton Property Management can offer an enquiry service about these certificates and you should take your own advice on them as necessary.
For guidance on the certificate, please see https://www.gov.uk/guidance/building-safety-leaseholder-protections-guidance-for-leaseholders and https://www.lease-advice.org/faq/what-are-the-leaseholder-protections-in-the-building-safety-act-2022/.
Any specific enquiries can be sent to buildingsafety@compton.group but no response will be made to general enquiries or requests for advice or further guidance.
Benjamin Hammond
Solicitor
Development update
Fire doors safety checks
Please follow the link below to understand what is required for the entrance door to your property to be fire safe.
Please be advised that certification is not a requirement . An email to us to confirm repairs have taken place is sufficient
Thank you
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-england-regulations-2022-fire-door-guidance
Flat door investigation letter
Please be advised that this is NOT a section 20 process as the doors are demised. I apologise for the typing error that has caused confusion.
The letter issued is all that is needed to inform leaseholders of what is necessary.
Thank you
Flat door test for fire safety
Following the recent test that has taken place- please find attached a copy of the report. Letters have been issued to all leaseholders to make them aware that all doors have failed.
If your door was not tested- we are assured it has failed as it was inspected as similar to others. The letter issued will give directions as to what leaseholders need to do to remedy.
Cladding Update
We are hopeful to receive the necessary PAS9980 report within the next weeks. We are in weekly contact with the surveyor and BSF in meetings for direction and updates. Once the report is received the tender process will commence. Contractors are being nominated by the BSF. I am also hopeful that at the time the cladding is replaced-we can arrange a redecoration of external areas by utilising the same high reach equipment.
The information that has recently been issued is to advise residents of the credit they have on their own property.
This credit can be refunded or used against the next invoice due. It is for the leaseholder to decide.
The invoices issued show the whole amount- and if leaseholders prefer- they can use the credit to pay the differential only.
Any questions or concerns please call me.
Thank you
Jean Jones
Amendment letter issued for the fire safety checking of flat entry doors.
Fire Door Survey required to all properties
I am writing to advise that there will be an entrance door survey for fire safety taking place at the above property. Access will be required to all flats.
As part of ongoing fire safety in buildings, the contractor has advised the following dates of attendance :
Gemini Building Contractors will be carrying out this survey between
Thursday 9th March to Saturday 11th March.
In this survey contractors will require access to all entrance doors to flats to confirm that they are all fire safe. The contractor will also be checking all communal fire doors as part of the survey.
The door survey will take approximately 10/15 minutes , access will need to be provided for the contractor for this time.
the following properties will be surveyed as follows:-
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
I am pleased to advise that we have been successful in obtaining funding for the major work required for the cladding issue at the development. We have at last been notified by the BSF.
A Fire safety officer will now attend to carry out the required survey requested by the BSF . We are hopeful that following this survey, we may be in a position to explain what is required and the timescales involved.
Thank you
Application for the registration of a light obstruction notice
please see attached notice received with regard to the above.
If you believe the application may affect you- please contact Addleshaw Goddard directly./uploads/Jean%20Jones%201.pdf
Thank you
Major Work for Cladding Update
I can now confirm that following discussions with the BSF for the removal of cladding – we have been advised to inform leaseholders that work will take place in 2024.
We appreciate that this is not what some are looking for and that works were expected to be completed sooner. However, this is beyond our control and we are communicating with the BSF on a weekly basis and will continue to do so.
You maybe aware that the EWS1 is no longer relevant under fire safety and is only a document required by lenders.
Under the fire safety regulations and requirement, the “pas9980” will now be carried out at the development. This will provide the required information for what work is necessary.
The scope of works will be agreed by the BSF.
The tender process will commence and costs will be passed to the BSF to establish what funding we are able to achieve.
Updates will be provided when they are received. Please appreciate there will be time delays due to the amount of agencies involved in this process.
Thank you
NO WATER information
Please be advised and kindly inform your tenants the following:-
The water will be off for 2 hours on the 12th Oct between 9-11 for the fitting of a new pump.
thank you
We are currently meeting with the BSF on a 2 weekly cycle. We are being guided through the process of funding and works required.
A Team is being put together to progress the works again in conjunction and acceptance of the BSF.
At the next meeting - we will request the access arrangements for all leaseholders to access the portal for updates.
The access details will be placed on this website for the use of all leaseholders for future reference.
Thank you
Please be advised that the following letter and attachment have been issued to every leaseholder. It is imperative that we receive the full 98 replies in order to proceed with the building fund application process. Thank you
Dear *********,
REF: Building Safety Fund (BSF) application to remove and replace cladding to The Linx.
As you will be aware, Compton Property Management Limited is making every effort to apply for funding to remove and replace any cladding to the Linx building from the BSF.
As part of the formal application all leaseholders must complete the attached subsidy declaration if it applies to them.
The criteria on which you will need to decide whether or not to complete the form are contained in the form itself. Compton Property Management Limited cannot advise you on it, and if you need help, you should seek independent legal advice.
Where the declaration is relevant to you, you will need to be complete and return it to me without delay, so that the application can move forwards. Please forward any completed declarations to me by email at jjones@compton.group
If the declaration does not apply to you, please can you email me to record this formally. Again, I will need this as soon as possible in order to move the application on.
If you are returning an email to state that it does not apply to you to clearly state ‘The subsidy declaration does not apply to me’ and your response will be saved as part of the application records.
Please ensure that your individual property address or customer reference is placed on the subject line to confirm your identity.
As we do not (as yet) have a decision from the BSF to confirm whether or not our application for funding has been successful, nor an amount that may ultimately be paid toward the works. For this reason, the formal consultation under section 20 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 will need to continue. Some or all of the leaseholders may need to contribute towards the works required. Rest assured that any contributions from the BSF will be factored into the final costs.
Please note that an early response from all leaseholders will support the claim.
To support the early returns for this form, this information will also be posted on the development website at https://www.comptongroup.com/linx-manchester/.
Please check this website regularly for any updates about the building, and the application to the BSF.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter
yours sincerely
Jean Jones
Service charge invoices- credits.
To clarify the situation:
Following a global email issued by the residents association, there has been a large amount of calls/emails received raising concern and queries on invoices produced and the credits that are due.
To be clear:
The recent invoice produced for service charges will not be reduced or reissued.
For those residents that have NOT taken the opportunity of a refund that was advised and offered at the end of year accounts, the amount payable can simply be the differential that remains outstanding.
For those that requested a refund- there is no further credit available.
Should you need details of the current status of your own account. Please email:
cpm@compton.group with your full property address or account reference to request a statement of account.
The amount payable will then be evident.
Discussions are taking place with Vemco (fire consultants) to ascertain if any further investigations need to take place at the development. We are hopeful to complete these investigations to enable the scope to be supplied. The tender process will then commence.
In the meantime we have after countless emails, been advised by the BSF that the wood and trespa cladding is eligible for funding.
We will need to correspond now with a new department and complete the application process when we are requested and invited. We will not know at this stage the amount of funding that we will receive.
More updates will be provided when we receive them.
RE: Access to flats request
Thank you to those leaseholders that contacted us to allow access to their properties. The project manager Richard Bond will report findings to Vemco (fire engineers) in order to progress toward a scope of works - complete the BSF claim, and progress work required to cladding.
Further updates will be provided as I receive them.
Thank you
A meeting has been arranged on site in early February with Vemco (fire experts) and Richard Bond ( project manager) regarding cladding removal and replacement. This will enable both companies to inspect the building and complete a report. This will then allow us to complete the application for BSF funding and commence the tender process.
We will need the report to take to tender, and we are hopeful that we will have costs end May / Early June. Thank you
RE: Urgent access to flats required.
Thank you to those residents (10) that have taken the time to contact me and offer their apartment for the necessary survey.
Sadly the surveyor cannot obtain the necessary high reach equipment for the external area and as a result this survey will be moved to January.
I will pass contact details to the surveyor to arrange contact directly with leaseholders to arrange a visit and explain the situation further.
In the meantime, if any other leaseholder can assist with access, we would welcome the assistance to move this long standing project on as swiftly as we can.
Thank you all
Urgent Access to Flats Requested
Vemco (Fire surveyors) are asking for access to around 4 flats, preferably a corner flat if that is possible and flats being on differing levels.
An intrusive investigation is required where a wall within the flats will be damaged. The surveyors need to see what lies beyond the wall by way of insulation and fire breaks. The surveyors are hoping to attend on Dec 20th . Those that will hopefully assist will have the repairs completed of course, and as a thank you- will have that room decorated by way of all walls and ceiling.
To have access to flats will avoid scaffolding the building, the cost of which is in the region of £45,000 plus licences required.
Any assistance that can be given would be most appreciated and will allow us to at last progress the necessary major work required for cladding issues.
Please call or email me if you can assist
Thank you
Jean Jones
Please find attached a notice that will be placed throughout the development. It is essential that the owners of the bicycles make themselves known in order to clarify ownership of the relevant bicycle.
We believe that many have been abandoned by previous occupiers. This is resulting in a lack of space for those that wish to utilise the area.
Please ensure that you tag/label your bicycle to advise ownership as those without ownership details may well be removed from site and disposed of.
Thank you
1. Government Funding for Cladding Update
Please be advised that I have emailed the BSF fund and today had reply. I cannot provide any further updates :-
From: BSF Registrations
Sent: 08 June 2021 12:07
To: Jean Jones <jjones@compton.group>
Subject: Re: RE: B8_NEW_MANCHESTER_153 - THE LINX BUILDING
Hi Jean,
We are unable to comment on the status or timescales of registrations. Please be assured that your registration is within our review process and we will be in touch if anything further is required.
Kind regards
BSF Registration Team
2. New contractor
A new contractor has commenced employment at The Linx to carry out the cleaning and gardening.
Andrew Bradley of Manchester Connect Ltd. Andrew will not be responsible for leaseholders own meter reading as this area is demised and the responsibility of the leaseholders and their agents.
3. Water ingress issues
We have recently had a situation of 5 flats being effected by water ingress. The cause being failed sealant in a shower cubicle.
Please can all leaseholders ensure that they maintain their own properties to avoid this situation that will cause the buildings insurance policy premium to increase due to the claims for resultant damage being raised. It would also be advantageous to advise the estate agents acting or the tenant, of the location of the stop tap for each flat. This will stop the flow of water- avoiding further damage whilst an investigation takes place to clarify the location.
I have been asked by the current temporary chairman "Mr Yigal Landey" to reply to the following questions. I have placed onto the web page as many of these questions are being raised by individuals and will hopefully assist in replying to all.
Should there be any other questions please contact me
1: Cladding
1.1: BSF: Can you please confirm as to whether we have been invited to the fund or not?
We have not
1.2: Can I please have our BSF registration number?
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1.3: Can you please provide the committee with an up to date, and detailed, synopsis as to how our application is progressing? I am sure you will understand that members are increasingly concerned about the lack of a substantial update. The more detail you are able to provide, the more mutually beneficial this will be!
I have replied to all emails from the funding team. Last email sent for an update march 18th – the reply :-
Dear Jean,
We appreciate the time awaiting an outcome of the application to the Building Safety Fund can be frustrating. Please be assured that we have received all information pertaining to this registration, and if we require anything else, we will be in touch.
Kind regards,
BSF Registration Team
1.4: Vemco: Have you received a copy of Basil’s report? Members are concerned that the survey was carried out several months ago and believe we should have, at the very least, a draft copy of it. Is it possible to provide The RA with the draft report please?
The report is being discussed and progressed between Richard Bond and Vemco
1.5: Can you please confirm that the building is 18m or above? As you know this has an impact of the criteria and members would be grateful for this information.
As far as I am aware
2: Cleaning/Maintenance
2.1: Jean, we understand you have been assisting Andrew with his final accreditation. Given you have provided recommendations as to the company he requires for this; I take it you are now happy with his proposal? I am sure you are fed up of complaints as to the state of the building and it would be mutually beneficial for Andrew’s company to take the reins.
I am in discussion with Andrew and safe contractors to progress this.
2.2: If you are not happy with his proposal, can you please outline exactly what is required?
Further accreditation – specific to his duties
2.3: If 2.2 is relevant, can you please supply me with all the information/accreditation Abacus provided you with? (Ignore this if 2.2 is not relevant).
Abacus is fully accredited to safe contractor
2.4: The building continues to be in a poor state of cleanliness which is unacceptable given the amount paid for Abacus’ services. Whilst it looks as though they are soon to be replaced; could you please ask them to make an effort? The lifts and hallways are not cleaned to a satisfactory standard which creates a terrible first impression and a sense of decay.
I will pass this to Abacus
2.5: Can you please confirm that Abacus’ notice period will be one month?
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