HOMEOWNERS in Green Lanes, Harringay have been asked to check their buildings after masonry fell into the street last week.

Shoppers had a lucky escape on Friday afternoon when bricks and masonry around a top floor window crashed on to the pavement.

Haringey Council has written to homes along the stretch of road, informing them of the incident reminding them of their duty to ensure the buildings are safe.

In a statement, it said: “We are now contacting owners of similar properties in Green Lanes to alert them to what happened and remind then that it is their responsibility to check and make sure that their buildings are in a safe and proper condition.

“In addition to this, we are carrying out visual inspections of buildings in Green Lanes (from footpath level) and will be making direct contact with the owners of any property we believe requires a more detailed inspection.”

Stunned shopkeepers said it was lucky no one was injured in the incident, which left debris strewn across the pavement and into the road.

The council added if anyone has concerns about an unsafe building, they can call 0208 489 1000 or email building.control@haringey.gov.uk.