Land Acquisition Ordinance (Cap. 09.07).
An Ordinance to faciliate the acquisition of land for public purposes.
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This Ordinance concerns acquisition of land by the State for public purposes, appeal and other proceedings related to (intended) acquisition and compensation for loss of property resulting from such acquisition. The Ordinance also concerns temporary occupation of land. The Ordinance defines" public purpose". The Governor may order a preliminary investigation on the land designated for acquisition. Appeal against decisions may be made to the court.