Private markets not to be kept open without a licence

Private markets not to be kept open without a licence.-

1. (1) Except under a licence granted by the Commissioner in accordance with the general or special orders issued by the Mayor-in-Council in that behalf, and in conformity with its terms, no person shall establish or keep a private market or when established, remove it from one place to another, or re-open or re-establish it after it has been closed for a period in excess of twelve months, or enlarge its area or dimensions: Provided that the Commissioner shall not refuse a licence to keep a private market or cancel or suspend the same for any cause other than the owner‘s failure to comply with this Act or the terms of his licence after compliance has been required of him.
2. (2) When the Commissioner has refused, cancelled or suspended any licence to keep a private market, he shall cause a notice thereof, to be conspicuously exhibited near the building or place where such market is or was to be held.