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The reports submitted to you month by month
under the Housing (Inspection of District) Regulations
have not deteriorated as regards the number and
character of insanitary dwellings. The general
nuisances also, which include yard paving, cleansing
of houses, dustbins, drainage defects, etc., are always
in evidence.
The improved methods in dealing with houses under
the Housing, Town Planning, &c., Act, 1909, suggested
in the subsequent circular of the Local Government
Board, by notifying Owners and others of the Council's
intention to take more drastic steps, have met with
good results, and excepting in a few cases where unforeseen
difficulties have arisen, the Owners shew their
willingness to comply with the Council's requirements,
and give as little trouble as possible.
In many cases where the houses have undergone
extensive repairs and rebuilding of back additions and
new roofs, it is gratifying to know that the tenants
enjoy the advantages of a sound dwelling, including
the improved methods of light and ventilation, also
wash-houses and w.c.'s, and an abundant supply of
water from the main.
The number of inspections exclusive of general work,
and made under the Housing, Town Planning, &c.,
Act, 1909, during the year were 2,967, as against 2,814
for 1912. As the statute and regulations thereunder
place this work under the direction of the Medical
Officer of Health, I have had the advantage of his
advice and aid, which has been applied in such a