This Act makes provision for the compulsory acquisition of private land by the state. Part II sets out the procedures for compulsory acquisition of land: Whenever the Minister is satisfied that the need is likely to arise for the acquisition of some particular land under section 6, the Commissioner may cause notice thereof to be published in the Gazette, and shall deliver a copy of the notice to every person who appears to him to be interested in the land (sect. 5).

This Act makes provision for wayleaves in favour of the Government on private lands for purposes of carrying out of public works and for the protection of such works on any lands. The term "private land" does not include any land sold or leased under any Act dealing with Government lands. The Government shall notify in advance the owner of land, of its intention to carry any sewer, drain or pipeline into, through, over or under any private land without the consent of the owner.

This Act constitutes the Commission in accordance with the Constitution and provides for its structure, operations, administration, functions and powers. In addition to the functions set out in Article 234 of the Constitution, the Commission shall: (a) formulate policies necessary for the achievement of its mandate; (b) provide strategic direction, leadership and oversight to the secretariat; and (c) do all such other things as may be necessary for the effective, discharge of its functions and the exercise of its powers.