State Act
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Section 259. Licence for work on buildings likely to cause obstructions
THE ODISHA MUNICIPAL ACT, 1950
Act no. 23 of 19501950In forceOdisha (State Act)
259. Licence for work on buildings likely to cause obstructions :– If any person intends to construct or demolish any building or to alter or repair the outward part thereof, and if any road or foot-way is likely to be obstructed or rendered inconvenient by means of such work, he shall first obtain a licence from the Executive Officer in that behalf and shall also– (a) cause the said building to be fenced and guarded; (b) sufficient light it during the night; and (c) take proper precaution against accidents during such time as the public safety or convenience requires.