Clause 46

Where an order for the demolition of a dwelling-house has been made under section 45(6), the owner thereof shall, within the time mentioned in the order, take down and remove the dwelling-house and, if the order for demolition so directs and to the extent therein mentioned, destroy the materials thereof.

If the owner fails to comply with subsection (1), the Commissioner or any person authorised by him in writing in that behalf shall proceed to take down and remove the building and, if necessary, destroy the materials, and may recover the costs of such work from the owner.

Section 98 shall apply to any sum recoverable from any owner under this section.