Residents of Harrow View West are facing a significant increase in service charges, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction. Persimmon Homes and Residential Management Group are responsible for the rising costs, prompting residents to call on Harrow Council to take over ownership of public spaces such as roads and parks. The Competition and Markets Authority recommends that councils should have a legal duty to adopt public spaces in new developments if certain standards are met. Currently, local authorities often avoid taking responsibility due to funding cutbacks, leading to higher costs for residents living in newly built estates.