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to be regarded as unfit for human habitation unless they conform
to the following conditions:—
(a) The room must be on an average at least seven feet in
height from floor to ceiling.
(b) It must comply with certain regulations to be made by
the local authoritiy for securing the proper ventilation and lighting
of such rooms and the protection of the same against dampness,
effluvia or exhalation.
In default of the local authority the Local Government Board
may make such regulations and they shall have effect as if made
by the local authority.
It is further provided that a closing order made in respect of
such an underground room shall not prevent the room being used
for purposes other than those of a sleeping place.
This sub-section does not come into operation until
1st July, 1910.
Sec. 18. Provides the procedure to be adopted before making
an order for the demolition of a dwelling in respect of which a
closing order has remained operative for a period of three months.
Notice of an order for the demolition of a building shall be
forthwith served on every owner of the building in respect of which
it is made, and such owner or owners may appeal to the Local
Government Board by the giving of proper notice to the Board.
Sec. 19. Gives power to redeem annuities charged by charging
order under Section 36 of the principal Act.
Sec. 20. Makes provision as to priority of charges under
Section 37 of the principal Act.
Sec. 21. Restricts the power of Court of Summary Jurisdiction
to extend time.