A resident is unhappy with what he described as a “full-scale encampment” at a cluttered void deck in Yishun.
Stomper M shared photos of the situation at Block 718 Yishun Street 71, which he said has “reached a point of significant concern”.
“What began as a few items has evolved into a full-scale encampment that obstructs public space, creates potential fire hazards and compromises the cleanliness of the estate,” he told Stomp.
According to M, the void deck appeared to be “dominated” by the following items:
- Commercial-grade equipment such as large stainless steel prep tables, industrial-sized refrigerators and fish tanks are permanently stationed against the pillars.
- Piles of plastic crates, styrofoam boxes, jerrycans and cleaning supplies are stacked haphazardly, obstructing walkways.
- Personal belongings and decorative items are being stored there “as if the void deck were a private warehouse”.
- Overflowing trash bins filled with food waste and discarded containers are attracting pests and creating an eyesore in a high-traffic residential area.
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The Stomper complained: “We pay our service and conservancy charges, but we can’t even use our own void deck because it’s being used as a private kitchen and storeroom.”
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M also expressed concern about the accumulation of flammable materials such as styrofoam, plastic crates, cardboard and electrical appliances in a confined space.
“In the event of an emergency, these obstructions could hinder the evacuation of residents or the access of emergency responders,” he said.
