Land Acquisition Act, no. 31 of 1958, Chapter 10.08.
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Abstract
This Act, consisting of 32 article divided into six Parts, contains provisions for the acquisition of land by the State. Part II concerns acquisition of land and abandonment of acquisition for public purposes; preliminary notification and power to enter land and demarcate the land intended to be taken; assessment of compensation; power to apply land to purposes of acquisition without waiting for formal vesting; demarcation of land and issue of notice of acquisition; authorised officer to treat with landowner; appointment and powers of the Board of assessment; claims for compensation.
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Long title of text
An Act to make provision for compulsory acquisition of land by the State; and to make provision for related or incidental matters.
Entry into force notes
14 March 1959.
Notes
Consolidated version of the Act no. 31 of 1958 as last amended by the Act no. 9 of 1986. Revised edition, showing the Law as at 31 December 2002.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No