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Midlothian Council has said that it will not be carrying out "invasive inspections" on its low rise properties with cladding.
In a statement released on itswebsite, the council said: "In our low rise properties with cladding, we are not carrying out invasive inspections. We do not have high rise affordable homes.
"Further information about cladding materials:
"We use Wetherby’s EpsiTherm (EPS) for the low rise cladding and, in common with all organic materials, EPS is combustible.
"If installed correctly, it will not be an undue fire hazard
"However, provided it is specified and installed correctly, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and BS 6203 guidance, it will not present any undue fire hazard.
"We have followed recommended practice
"The standard recommends that for all applications, the material should be protected by either a laminated facing layer, or fully enclosed by the form of construction, which is the case with our system."
