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Sites not Concreted.
In every instance it is probable that the sites of the houses are unprotected by
a layer of concrete.
Under-Floor Ventilation.
Satisfactory means of ventilation to the space under the ground floor is
provided by means of iron gratings in the front and rear walls.
Drains.
The drains of the houses are generally adequate and in many instances of
modern design. In 15 cases the drains have been reconstructed since 1901.
Watcr-Closets.
Two houses in the area (53a, Henry Street and 36-38, Charlbert Street) are
provided with two water-closets, the remainder having only one. In none of the
houses are there more than twelve occupants over seven years of age.
Refuse.
One or more sanitary dustbins are provided to each house for the storage of
domestic refuse.
Vermin.
Out of a total of 186 rooms, nine were found to be bug-infested. (Prompt
action by the owners and occupiers has been taken in every instance to render them
free).
Cooking Accommodation.
Cooking accommodation in the shape of a range or gas cooker is provided to
each tenant with two or three exceptions.
Food Storage Accommodation.
Ventilated food cupboards provided by the owners are generally lacking
throughout this area. In a few instances the tenants have food safes hanging on
staircase walls or in the yards.
Water Supply.
A drinking water supply direct from the main is available to each tenement.
30 notices have been served directing the attention of the owner to minor
structural defects and want of cleanliness as in Area No. 3, and representation to
the owners resulted in the improvement of the lighting and ventilation of the
ground floor back room at No. 22, Charlbert Street through the removal of an
obstructive roof structure.
Area No. 4.
Total premises 45
Total dwelling houses 38
Premises used for dwelling and business (included in total
dwelling houses) 4
Used for business only 3
Derelict 3
Number of owner occupiers -
Total number of living and sleeping rooms 186
Number of separate tenements 75
Number of adults 177
Number of children under 14 46
Total population 223
Population per room for area 1.2