Section 5

The Controller may, in writing, delegate to any officer under his control, direction and supervision the exercise or performance, subject to such conditions, limitations or restrictions as may be provided in the instrument of delegation, of any of his functions or duties assigned to him under this Ordinance:

Provided that any delegation under this section with respect of any function or duty shall not prevent the Controller from himself exercising or performing such delegated function or duty in any case where it appears expedient to do so.