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The number of premise affected is as follows
Doraestic 1,271
Commercial 110
Industrial 2
Other 7
During the year survey work was started in Area No, 4. which
covers approximately 100 acres and includes over 1,000 dwellings and
commercial premises in the southernmost part of the town, This will
extend from Area N0. 1 south along the river and south-east along
Denmark Road and Grove Lane to the municipal boundary with Surbitonc
Smoke Nuisance0 Sixteen complaints were received in respect of
smoke nuisance, ten of which referred to the burning of rubbish.
This type of nuisance is sometimes created by the thoughtless action
of persons who are unaware of the proper means of disposal, but on
many occasions it is caused by a complete disregard of the rights and
feelings of others who are subjected to considerable annoyance from smoke
disagreeable fumes and ash,
Much nuisance would be avoided if soft rubbish such as lawn mowings
could be composted, As the soil in the area is mainly light, the
addition of humus would help to enrich it, Tree trimmings and woody
stems should be laid on a wire mesh rack and when dried, this material wi
burn quickly with a minimum of smoke.
Two complaints referred to the smoke nuisance from a dlesel driven
compressor used by one of the public utility companies engaged on road
works Upon representation to the proper quarter the appliance was
withdrawn for servicing,, It is not infrequently that excessive smoke is
seen to come from diesel engines in various types of vehicles and
invariably the nuisance is due to lack of proper maintenance. A diesel
engine properly maintained and used does not emit smoke in any quantity
which could be considered to be objectionable.
The four remaining complaints were domestic in character, and
advice waa given in these cases.
During the year the incinerator at a large store was entirely
reconstructed and a washing system installed which effectively removes
fly ash and much of the chemical oontent of the flue gases. This
installation which was, in the main, designed by the engineering staff
of the store, is probably one of the most advanced of its kiad in
operation.