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Lambeth 1965

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth Borough]

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70
Somers Road Area
2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and 28 Somers Road (14
houses)
Represented 13th September, 1965
Declared 13th October, 1965
Compulsory Purchase Order Made.
Discretionary Grants
Applications Received 10
Applications Approved 10
Standard Grants
Applications Received 50
Applications Approved 50
HOUSING ACTS 196 1- 1964
HOUSES - IN - MULTIPLE OCCUPATION
During 1965, having regard to the number of individuals or households, or
both accommodated on the premises, 23 properties were found to be defective in
respect of the following
Natural and Artificial lighting
Ventilation
Water Supply
Personal Washing Facilities
Drainage and Sanitary conveniences
Facilities for the storage, preparation and cooking of foods, and the
disposal of waste water, or
Installations for space heating or for the use of space heating appliances
As a result of this notices under Sections 15 and 19 of the Housing Act 1961
were served on the owners.
In addition 1 Order was made applying Management Regulations.
1,211 inspections and 1,730 revisits were made in connection with surveys,
complaints and mortgage loans.