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Summary of Examples Hazard 11 Crowding and Space


Example NumberSourceProperty DateStoreys/LocationProperty TypeSummary InformationHazardLink
1BCC1970s3 storeyMid terrace town houseThe house is currently occupied by a single mother and her 7 children, 4 boys aged between 3 and 18 and 3 girls aged between 7 and 18.H-Example 1
2BCCc. 19152 stories converted 8 bedsitsGround floor rear bedsitThe bedsit measures 9 Square meters and is intended to be used a a bedroom/living room and kitchen. It is occupied by a single adult.CExample 2
3BCCpre 19202 storey2 storeyThe property comprises five bed/study rooms, all occupied by single adults who share a kitchen/living room and a bathroom on the ground floor. All facilities are in good condition. The bed/study room is 6.3mē in floor area, and provides insufficient space to undertake normal activities (including studying).HExample 3
4CLG18702 storey2 storeyFor the purposes of the Rating System, the current occupation is disregarded in the assessment of the dwelling, which provides adequate sleeping, living and recreational space for up to 4 persons (irrespective of age). However, the actual household comprises five persons, and this dwelling is not big enough for such a household.EExample 4
5CLG19002 storey2 storeyThe dwelling provides adequate sleeping, living and recreational space for up to 3 persons (irrespective of age and sex). However, the household comprises 6 persons.B-Example 5
6BCC18552 storey2 storeyThe property is well maintained and in good decorative order. It does not have a front or rear garden. The dwelling is occupied by two adultswith their 6 year old son and 12 year old daughter who share the small bedroom. HExample 6

 Key
BCC – Bristol City Council
CLG – Department of Communities and Local Government
IDeA- Improvement and Development Agency (for Local Government)

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