55. Execution of order for demolition
Feedback & supportWhere an order for the demolition of a dwelling-house has been made under section 54(1), the owner thereof shall, within the time mentioned in such 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.
dwelling-house
“dwelling-house” includes a building or tenement wholly or principally used, constructed or adapted for use for human habitation;
If the owner fails therein, the Commissioner or any person authorised by him in writing in that behalf shall proceed to take down and remove the dwelling-house and, if necessary, destroy the materials, and may recover the costs of such work from the owner.
owner
“owner” means the person for the time being receiving the rent of any premises, whether on his own account or as agent or trustee or as receiver, or who would receive the same if the land or house comprised in the premises were let to a tenant;
Section 124 shall apply to any sum recoverable from any owner under this section.[56