Section 354 of The Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957
It shall be the duty of the owner and occupier of every premises situate in any portion of Delhi 1 *** in which there is not a latrine, or urinal connected by a drain with a municipal drain, to cause all filth and polluted and obnoxious matter accumulating upon such premises to be collected and removed to the nearest receptacle or depot provided for this purpose under section 352 at such times, in such vehicle or vessel by such route and with such precautions as the Commissioner may by public notice prescribe.
Summary
- This provision applies specifically to properties that do not have a latrine or urinal connected to the municipal sewer system.
- It requires the owners and occupiers of these unconnected premises to manually collect their own filth and polluted matter.
- It directs them to remove this filth to the nearest municipal receptacle or depot.
- It mandates that the transport of this waste must strictly follow the times, routes, and precautions ordered by the Commissioner.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What does Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act require if my house is not connected to the sewer?
Under Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957, if your premises lack a connected latrine, you must physically collect and remove the filth to the nearest appointed municipal depot.
2. Can I use any route to transport filth under Section 354 of the DMC Act?
No, Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act requires you to use only the route, vehicle, and precautions prescribed by the Commissioner through a public notice.
3. Who is responsible for removing filth from unconnected latrines under Section 354 of the DMC Act?
Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act places the strict duty of removing this filth on the owner and the occupier of the premises.
Test yourself
Q1.Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act applies specifically to premises that lack what?
Q2.Under Section 354 of the DMC Act, where must the collected filth from unconnected premises be taken?
Q3.Who sets the rules for the vehicle and route used to transport filth under Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act?
Q4.What method does the Commissioner use to prescribe the times and routes for removing filth under Section 354 of the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act?