Transition House Removes Recliners From Warming Hub After By-Law Inspection

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(Today’s Northumberland file photos)

After a recent inspection by Town of Cobourg By-law, Transition House (310 Division Street) has removed recliners from the warming area on the ground floor and replaced them with table settings.

“After much discussion, staff removed the armchairs (recliners) from this space today and replaced them with more table settings,” said Kate Campbell, Director of Communications for Northumberland County

“Under the shelter’s current approved Fire Safety Plan, the ground floor warming hub is described as an area to be used as a relief space for individuals to get out of the elements, not used as a sleeping area.”

Recent inspections noted people were sleeping in the recliners, “prompting orders and administrative penalties for the shelter.”

“By changing to table settings within the warming hub space, Transition House hopes to maintain a welcoming space for clients while addressing requirements. The County and Transition House will be engaging further with by-law and fire about possible alternative remedies, and hope to be able to restore armchairs in the future to ensure a comfortable drop in space for people seeking rest and safety from the elements.”

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