This month, we explore what it means to live well in multi-occupancy buildings. Our contributors cover a range of topics—from maintaining clean and inviting communal spaces to supporting residents living with dementia in apartment blocks.

In the News!

  • For the past year The Property People has been quietly making waves, building relationships and delivering results without the fanfare. That all changed on 19th June 2025, with an exclusive, joy-filled evening, we officially said: “We’re here, we’re ready, and we’re excited for what’s next.”
  • If you haven’t yet had a chance to complete the Ministry of Housing, Communities, and Local Government (MHCLG) survey, we invite you to have your say now. Thank you to everyone who has already taken part in the survey.
  • An historic Wedgwood pottery manufacturing site with plans for more than 80 apartments is up for sale in Staffordshire with commercial property agency Bond Wolfe.
  • The Property Institute Annual Conference 2025 is back with a bold look, a change of setting, and a renewed focus on helping you and your business navigate the ever-evolving landscape of residential property management.

Featured Articles

Read a complete guide to EV charging in multi-unit buildings, brought to you by Denis Watling, Managing Director of ChargeGuru UK.

The team at Airo, look at the hidden danger that could be lurking in your ventilation systems this summer, and why ignoring ductwork cleanliness could be putting your health, and wallet, at risk.

Mark Chick, Head of Landlord & Tenant at Bishop & Sewell, provides an update on the latest House of Commons processes.

In this case review, the team at specialist property solicitors JB Leitch, look at a recent Upper Tribunal case which asked that in determining an application as to whether service charge amounts claimed were reasonable, whether the First-tier Tribunal gave sufficient information in its judgment such that service charges were payable.

Living in a flat can offer comfort, security, and a sense of community, but for someone living with dementia, it can also present unique daily challenges. Read more in the article from Jodie Fraser.

Car parks, gardens, hallways and lifts. These areas are seen first when residents and guests arrive, so they influence their opinion of the block and how it is managed, as discussed further by the team at Residentsline Insurance.

Chelsea Austin, Marketing Coordinator at Earl Kendrick looks at what makes the recipe for blocks of flats communities.

The team at 4Site Consulting provide us with a Guide to Compartmentation for Property Managers.

Living in a block of flats comes with plenty of perks – shared spaces, managed amenities, built-in community, and often a great location. But it also comes with a shared responsibility, as discussed in the article written by BNS Property Management.

For property managers and RTM companies, the reliability of lifts isn’t just a technical concern – it’s a core aspect of tenant well-being and building compliance. Learn more in the article brought to you by the team at Ardent Lift Consultancy.

This year, property management company FirstPort split its business operations into four UK regions. This shift wasn’t just about structure – it was about creating stronger and more connected teams who could work closer with each other to improve the local service it delivers to customers. One of FirstPort’s regional Customer Excellence Managers, Rebekah Barwell, explains how the regionalisation has improved work on the ground.

The team at Manage Your Block look at how Service charges can be a sensitive topic and how it is essential to maintaining residents trust and ensuring the smooth management of the block.

From reviewing your lease to getting along with neighbours, this guide from Flat Living Insurance, outlines what to know before you buy, and what to do when you move in.

The team at Block in a Box outline why it is so important to have a long-term maintenance plan and what should be included in yours.

In a leasehold building, the management of communal areas can have a direct impact on the quality of everyday life. Clean hallways, safe pathways, working door entry systems and tidy gardens all contribute to a well-run building that residents are proud to call home. Behind this often lies the hard work of a dedicated Residents’ Management Company (RMC). Read more in the article by London Flats Insurance.

Read all of these articles and more, in the latest edition of Flat Living Magazine.