Building Act 1919
In force: 25 October 1919 Amended 20/01; 32/03 (P 31/04); 29/04 (P 41/04); 14/05; 21/06 (cio 1.10.06)


Abstract

Part I deals with the Preliminary and Interpretation of the Act and Part II with the Provisions Applicable to Buildings in General including the permission to build and its requirements (Section 7 and 8 respectively). It also includes the conditions for giving permit and the safety and ventilation.

Part III deals with Dangerous Buildings such as its survey and the safety of inhabitants.

Part IV deals with the Forges and Furnaces and Part V with Legal Proceedings against those who fail to comply with the orders and notices.

Part V deals with the miscellaneous provisions including the offences and penalties.

Keywords: permit, safety, survey and ventilation

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