Section 44
Order to preserve building
of Sarawak Heritage Ordinance, 2019
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Where the Director, with the concurrence of the
Minister, is satisfied that any buildings listed in the Register is in a dilapidated state, or in imminent danger of demolition, destruction, damage or alteration, the Director shall serve on the owner an order under this section.
(2)
The order issued under subsection (1) shall contain such terms or conditions as may be specified by the Director, and shall come into operation as soon as it is served on the owner of the building.
(3)
The order shall remain in operation for a period of ninety days from the date it is served and may be extended by the Director for such period of time as he may deems fit.
(4)
Any person who contravenes the order under this section shall be guilty of an offence.