The Municipal and Sanitary Engineer's Handbook

Name: The Municipal and Sanitary Engineer's Handbook
Author: H. Percy Boulnois

By H. Percy Boulnois

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A practical manual provides guidance for municipal officers responsible for streets and public health, outlining appointment procedures, statutory duties, and committee practices, then surveying methods and traffic considerations. It details road construction and maintenance — macadam, Telford, bituminous and asphalt pavements, wood and stone setts — with specifications, machinery for breaking and rolling, and cost tables. Chapters treat footpaths, kerbing and drainage, street opening regulations, lighting options (gas versus electric), and street naming and numbering, while emphasizing sanitary measures, inspection, and contract and specification forms for town engineering practice.

About the Author

H. Percy Boulnois

H. Percy Boulnois was an author known for his contributions to municipal engineering and sanitation. His notable works include "Dirty Dustbins and Sloppy Streets / A Practical Treatise on the Scavenging and Cleansing of Cities and Towns," which addresses the importance of effective waste management in urban environments. Additionally, he wrote "The Municipal and Sanitary Engineer's Handbook," a resource aimed at professionals in the field. Boulnois's writings reflect a commitment to improving public health and urban living conditions through practical engineering solutions.