In short
EKIN provides residential block management in Putney (SW15) for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders: service charges, maintenance, safety compliance, insurance, Section 20 consultation and major works. We are based in nearby Wimbledon, client money is protected under UKALA CMP (membership 24113), and directors get regular reporting and access to their building's records.
About Putney
Putney sits on the south bank of the Thames, known for its riverside, rowing clubs and the start of the Boat Race, with Putney Heath and Lower Common close by. It has mainline and District line stations, a busy High Street and a population of professionals, families and long-term residents.
The buildings
Putney has a wide range of flats: converted Victorian and Edwardian houses, interwar mansion blocks, post-war purpose-built blocks and a growing number of modern riverside and town centre developments. Many older blocks have lifts, communal heating and original windows that are now due for renewal.
Managing a block in Putney: what to plan for
- Riverside and flood risk. Buildings near the Thames may be in flood risk areas, which affects insurance and the maintenance of basements, lower floors and drainage.
- Mansion block renewals. Lifts, windows, roofs and communal heating in older blocks need a long-term plan, a realistic reserve and well-run Section 20 consultations.
- Conservation areas. Several parts of Putney are conservation areas, particularly near the river and the heath, which affects external works.
Council, planning and access
| Local authority | Wandsworth Borough Council. |
|---|---|
| Scaffolding and skips on the road | Scaffolding or a skip on the pavement or road needs a highway licence, normally applied for by the scaffolding or skip company, and a parking bay suspension if it takes up a controlled bay. Allow time for both in the programme. Wandsworth: apply for a scaffold licence. |
| Planning and building regulations | Replacement windows, roof alterations and changes to the outside of a building may need planning permission, particularly in a conservation area, and some works need building regulations approval. The appointed surveyor or contractor confirms what applies. Applications are made through the Planning Portal. |
| Postcodes | SW15 |
| Access for works | The High Street and bridge approaches are among the busiest roads in the area, and most residential streets have controlled parking, so works need permits and delivery planning. |
| Nearby areas we cover | Wandsworth · Southfields · Wimbledon |
Services for Putney buildings
- Block management for RMCs, RTM companies and freeholders.
- Service charges and arrears, with budgets built from a real maintenance plan.
- Building safety and compliance tracked on one register.
- Section 20 consultation and major works project management.
- Buildings insurance through several brokers, with remuneration disclosed.
- Practical support for RMC directors: meetings, minutes and member records.
- A controlled handover if you are changing managing agent.
Frequently asked questions
Do you manage small buildings in Putney?
Yes. Our service is designed for converted houses with a handful of flats as well as purpose-built blocks, typically up to around 60 flats.
How quickly can you visit a building in Putney?
We are based in Wimbledon, so we can usually arrange an initial visit within a few working days of your enquiry.
Can you take over from our current agent?
Yes. We review the current arrangements first, then run the handover against a detailed checklist. See changing managing agent.
Last reviewed 2026-09-23 against the sources listed. This page is general information about England and is not legal advice; the lease for your building always comes first.