Clearing of fallen trees, structures, building material, etc., in street

If any obstruction is caused in any street by the fall of trees, structures or fences or by stacking of building material, the owner or occupier of the building concerned shall, within twelve hours of the occurrence of such obstruction or within such further period as the Commissioner may by notice allow, clear the street of such obstruction. If the owner or the occupier of the building fails to comply with the notice, the Commissioner shall clear the street of such obstruction and recover the cost of removal from the owner or the occupier as an arrear of land revenue. The Commissioner may also impose a fine not exceeding Rs. 2,000 for having caused such obstruction in the street.