In a recent initiative, the first and second phases of the Century Garden residential complex in Donghu Community, Danghu Subdistrict, Pinghu City, successfully completed the centralized removal of outdated solar water heaters from building rooftops. A total of 169 old and damaged units were dismantled, effectively eliminating the risk of falling objects from heights and ensuring the safety of residents.
The Century Garden complex, which consists of multi-story buildings with a total floor area of 152,700 square meters and 1,332 households, was first delivered in June 2005. It is the first residential community in Pinghu City to be self-governed by a homeowners' committee. Due to the age of the complex, many rooftop solar water heaters had deteriorated, showing signs of rust, damage, and aging, posing a falling hazard during extreme weather and creating safety concerns for residents.
To address this public safety issue, the homeowners' committee took the lead, organizing multiple coordination meetings with the Donghu Community Residents' Committee and property management to discuss the removal plan, implementation steps, and funding sources. Through various channels, including online surveys in community group chats, one-on-one communication via phone and WeChat, and resident applications, the committee gathered broad input from homeowners to secure understanding and support.
After extensive consultation, it was agreed that all removal costs would be covered by the community's public revenue, ensuring that these funds are used for the benefit of residents. During the construction phase, the three parties worked with contractors to develop a detailed implementation plan and safety measures. The removal of all 169 outdated and damaged solar water heaters was carried out in an orderly manner, thoroughly addressing the safety risks.
This removal effort reflects Donghu Community's commitment to improving safety in older residential areas and addressing residents' needs with dedication. Moving forward, the community will continue to prioritize resident demands, regularly conduct safety inspections and hazard mitigation, and strengthen the collaborative governance among the community, homeowners' committee, and property management to enhance living quality and ensure a safer, more comfortable, and worry-free environment for residents.
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