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Rent Act, 1957
During the year, one application was received for a certificate of disrepair.
No certificates of disrepair were issued, but three certificates as to the
remedying of defects have been issued.
SANITARY CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE AREA
Water
The Metropolitan Water Board is the supplying authority.
The water supply to the Crayford Urban District is derived from the Crayford,
Darenth and Wansunt wells. The water has been satisfactory in quality and quantity
throughout the year.
The wells' supplies are examined bacteriologically at least five times a week
before and after treatment which consists of chlorination and dechlorination.
The waters are not liable to have plumbo solvent action and there has been
no evidence of contamination of Crayford or other wells during the year.
Water Sampl ing
The following samples were sent to the County Laboratory by the Council's
Public Health Inspector -
(a) Wells (drinking water), Bacteriological - 8
(b) Swimming Pool, Bacteriological - 8
(c) Domestic Supplies, Bacteriological - 8
All samples forwarded have been reported satisfactory.
Water Supply
Normal mains extension to serve new development was carried out. 914 yards
of small service mains were laid in the area during the year.
Drainage and Sewerage
Normal sewerage extension to serve new housing development.