The electricity network operator began the private power pole inspection program in 2021 after a fallen pole on private property in the Perth Hills sparked the 2014 Parkerville bushfires, leading to the loss of 57 houses.
About 35,000 property owners have been sent letters recommending they replace their electricity pole.More poles are expected to be inspected by early 2025, with the infrastructure to be inspected every four years.
"Community safety is fundamental, so if we can't ensure a safe supply of electricity, we may need to disconnect electricity supply until the pole is safe," a Western Power spokesperson said. "I knew the pole was there, but I thought it was just part of Western Power and didn't give it another thought.
Mr Landsborough said homeowners should not hold off repairs because they had just received a recommendation, or because they believed their street could move to underground power, for which property owners would also be charged.
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