Changes to Canadian building codes and standards are likely to increase the use of residential ventilation systems by homeowners. This has raised concerns about operating and maintenance costs, particularly because much of the existing residential equipment is not designed for longevity, or energy efficiency. The technical potential for improving the longevity and efficiency of ventilation systems has been documented in other research reports by CMHC.
The management and client role of the maintenance of the housing stock of the London
Borough of Croydon is undertaken by the Housing Department. They view themselves primarily as housing managers and not as providers of a welfare service, and as such their priorities are: