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As required by the Memorandum of the Local Govern
ment Board, the following are particulars of the general
character of the defects and nuisances dealt with as a result
of the inspection of houses under the Housing Regulations:—
General character of defects and nuisances found to
exist:—
Defective drainage and sanitary fittings.
Defective paving.
Defective roofs, gutters and spouting.
Defective receptacles for household refuse.
Foul and defective drinking water tanks.
Damp houses (want of damp course) or pointing of
brickwork.
Damp subsoil under house floors.
Want of ventilation under floors.
Dilapidated walls, floors and ceilings
Windows not made to open.
Want of increased window area.
Defective window frames and sills.
Inadequate ventilation of rooms (through ventilation
provided).
Temporary buildings interfering with free circulation of
light and air. Removed.
Dilapidated outbuildings.
Dirty house premises.
Overcrowding.
The general classification, and the total number of sanitary
defects and nuisances dealt with, are enumerated in the
Sanitary Inspector's Report.
Nos. 8 and 9, Perseverance Place.
These houses were demolished as a result of Closing
Orders made in 1912, and were re-constructed during the
year in accordance with plans approved by the Highways
Committee.
Nos. 1-6, Hampton's Cottages, Mitchel's Row.
These houses were demolished by the owners during the
year, as a result of closing and demolition orders made in
1912.