View report page

47
It has been the considered aim of the Council in erecting new
houses to relieve overcrowding to build these new houses substantially,
to equip them with all modern improvements and,
nevertheless, to carry out the scheme in such a way that these
houses can be let at a rental the proposed tenants are able to
afford.
Our unfortunate experience is that many families who are
living under overcrowded conditions find it difficult to pay for the
accommodation and amenities which are necessary for their numbers,
and to meet this difficulty the Council had recourse in its
recent schemes to a simplified form of accommodation which it
was possible for such families to rent.
It is refreshing to find how gladly a large number of persons
have responded to the improved environment of their new
accommodation, but undesirable tenants are to be found everywhere.
Obviously, these tend to gravitate into houses where
overcrowding occurs, and the rehousing of these people can only
be an economic proposition if close supervision is maintained.
Bearing in mind all the circumstances, the general condition of
the houses in the district indicates the thorough supervision the
sanitary inspectors give, and the fact that every house is provided
with separate water supply, sink and w.c. accommodation is very
pleasing.
In an effort to prevent the decay of houses into slums, owners
are continually advised of necessary repairs, but many desired
improvements are hindered by financial difficulties.