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More information on Condition of dwelling

Censuses:

2006 (1/5 sample), 2001 (1/5 sample), 1996 (1/5 sample), 1991 (1/5 sample), 1981 (1/5 sample), 1961 (1/5 sample)¹

Reported for:

Private dwellings occupied by usual residents

Question number:

Direct variable: Question H5

Responses:

No, only regular maintenance is needed; Yes, minor repairs are needed; Yes, major repairs are needed

Remarks:

Regular maintenance refers to painting, furnace cleaning, etc.

Minor repairs refer to the repair of missing or loose floor tiles, bricks or shingles, defective steps, railing or siding, etc. Major repairs refer to the repair of defective plumbing or electrical wiring, structural repairs to walls, floors or ceilings, etc.

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Note:

1. In 1961, the responses for the question on the condition of dwelling were: that the dwelling was in good condition, was in need of minor repairs or was in need of major repairs. The 'condition of dwelling' was determined by the census enumerator.