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the first containing houses which it was suggested should be dealt with
in the near and the second premises for consideration in 5 - 10 years
time
The joint sub-committees, in discussing the list, selected a number of
properties for inspection.
These joint meetings of sub-committees have done good work in the
past and a future report will indicate steady progress. As previously reported,
this arrangement ensures the close co-operation of the Public Health
and Housing Departments, which is so necessary when houses have to be
demolished and tenants rehoused.
It must be recorded here how much the co-operation of the Housing
Manager and his staff has been appreciated.
Two old cottages, which were the subject of demolition orders in 1951
were demolished during the year.
Commenting on works under Section 9 of the Housing Act, it can
be teported that the County Court Judges heard two appeals against the
requirements of Notices.
In the first case there appears to have been some misunderstanding
on the part of the owner, who subsequently agreed that the Council should
do the work. The Judge agreed to this arrangement.
The second case was an appeal mainly against the provision of a
food store and small items of redecoration. The Judge amended the Notice
so as to exclude the food store and decoration after works to remedy
dampness. He stated that he did not think the scullery was a suitable place
for a food store.
public Health Act, 1936
In one case only was it necessary to take proceedings for default on
the part of the owner to comply with the requirements of a Statutory
Notice An order was made requiring the work to be done, and it was
duly executed by the Local Authority in agreement with the owner.
Sixteen premises were redrained and five Public Sewers were repaired;
this work involved expenditure on the part of the owners to close on £950.
Roseny Control
The Council still employ a full time rodent operative. He is not
troubled with major infestations, the work involved being scattered about
the Borough and consequently a good portion of his time is taken up in
travelling.
Treatment of business premises is on a small scale and involves mainly
shop Premises. In this connection treatment is carried out for which a
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