Singapore legislation

Clause 66

of Public Utilities Ordinance

Clause 66

Acquisition of property under the law governing acquisition of land for public purposes

(1)

When any property or any interest therein or any easement over immovable property is required for the purposes of this Ordinance, the Yang di-Pertuan Negara, upon the application of the Board and after such inquiry as he thinks proper, may declare that the property is needed for a public purpose and may order proceedings to be taken to obtain possession of the same for the Board and except in the case where special provision is made under this Ordinance for the payment of compensation, for determining the compensation to be paid to the parties interested according to the law for the time being in force governing the acquisition of land for public purposes.

(2)

The compensation awarded shall be paid by the Board to all parties interested.

Clause 66 — Public Utilities Ordinance | laws.sg