§ Mr. Hyndasked the Minister of Health whether a dwelling-house severely damaged by enemy action and thereafter either completely restored in its original form or in the form of separate flats, is regarded as coming within the cover of the Rent Restrictions Acts by virtue of the fact that the original building, prior to its damage or demolition, was so covered.
§ Mr. WillinkNo, Sir. The question whether a house is subject to control under the Rent Restrictions Acts is determined by its rateable value, and the Acts apply to all houses the rateable value of which does not exceed £100 in London, £90 in Scotland, and £75 elsewhere. The rateable value of a house which is not controlled and is converted into separate flats can be apportioned by the County Court.