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Housing Act, 1936 Part IV — Overcrowding
The housing shortage in the District is still acute. No formal
action has been taken during the year.
Number of visits made 1
Summary of Defects
Defective Roofs 40
W.C.'s 8
„ Flushing cisterns 9
„ Sink and waste pipes 5
„ Sash cords 8
Walls 1
„ Gutters and rainwater pipes 14
„ Yard paving 2
„ Windows 15
„ Drainage and vent pipes 8
„ Gullies 3
„ Internal Walls (plaster) 24
„ Ceilings 14
„ Water fittings and pipes 5
„ Flooring 5
„ External Walls 12
„ Stoves, boilers and fireplaces 20
„ Dustbins 7
„ Doors 7
Dampness 10
Under floor ventilation, lack of 3
Dirty walls and ceilings 2
Redecoration after repair 2