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2. That a Certificate under these Acts should state that
the following requirements are complied with :
(a) A definite minimum height and superficial
area for living and sleeping rooms, as
defined by the London Building Act, 1894.
(b) That there is a sufficient and available
supply of water on each floor.
(c) That there is at least one water-closet,
properly supplied with water for every
twelve occupants (or less) on each floor.
(1d) That the drainage of the premises is in
accordance with the regulations recognized
by the Authority in whose jurisdiction
the house is situated.
(e) That accommodation for clothes washing
is provided, sufficient for the number of
persons inhabiting the house.
At the end of 1897 certificates were outstanding in regard to
applications for 10 premises, and have during 1898 been granted,
the works required to be carried out to satisfy the requirements of
the Medical Officer of Health having been attended to.
During 1898 seventy-two fresh applications were received,
and in all cases certificates were granted.
Applications 72
Certificates granted 82