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Croydon 1963
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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CLEAN AIR ACT, 1956
The Council has implemented the relevant provisions of this Act in making Smoke Control Orders covering the South and Western areas of the Borough and it is the intention that one anoke Control Order shall be made each year. The progress of these Orders is shown below:-
| Smoke Control Order | Mo. of premises Unci. Factories and Commercial | No. of dwellings | Acreage | Date of Order | Date of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1 | 2,076 | 1,916 | 620 | 22. 12. 58 | 1.4.61 |
| No. 2 | 3, 042 | 2,686 | 265 | 26. 2.60 | 1.10.61 |
| No. 3 | 4, 501 | 3,915 | 332 | 22.11.60 | 1.10.62 |
| No. 4 | 5,547 | 4,112 | 710 | 24.11.61 | 1.7.63 |
| No. 5 | 7,042 | 6,651 | 570 | 17.12.62 | 1.7.64 |
| No. 6 | 6,220 | 5,885 | 470 | 18.11.63 | 1.7.65 |
The District Inspectors keep observation on the various
factory chimneys within their districts with a view to observing
any contravention of the Clean Air Act in respect of Smoke and
Grit Emissions. In no case was it necessary to serve a Statutory
notice. During the year 54 plans showing the construction and
heights of new chimneys have been examined and in 23 cases
additional height has been requested and agreed. 56 notices of
the installation of new furnaces have been received, 47 of these
being oil fired plants.
AMUSEMENT HOUSES
76 inspections were made of Theatres. Cinemas, Dance Halls,
and premises where stage plays are given. A report is submitted
annually to the Licencing Authorities on the sanitary conditions
of these premises. Notices are issued to remedy any unsatisfactory
conditions.