(1) In any case the construction of a new building (5) is sought to be erected on a soil which is recently filled up (known from the records of Settlement or ULB about topography of the soil) pond, lake, marshy and sub-soil, the Mayor/Chairperson of the concerned ULB may seek a Soil Test Report issued by a competent authority along with the proposed building plan. Considering the Soil Report, the Mayor/Chairperson may restrict the maximum height of the building or he/she may advice to change the structural design or reject the construction of the said building.
(2) In any case in which the erection of a new building or any other work has been commenced or is being carried on unlawfully, the Mayor/Chairperson may, by written notice, require the person carrying on such erection or other unlawful work to discontinue the same.
(3) If any notice issued under these rules is not duly complied with, the competent authority may, with the assistance of the police, if necessary, take such steps as it may deem needful in order to stop the continuance of the unlawful work.
(4) If it appears to the competent authority that it is necessary, in order to prevent the continuation of the unlawful work, to depute any public or municipal officer to watch the premises, the cost of providing the same shall be borne by the person to whom the notice was addressed.