Section 243. Erection of building.

(1)Every person who intends to erect a building shall apply for sanction by giving notice in writing of his intention to the Commissioner in such form and containing such information as may be prescribed by bye-laws made in this behalf. (2) Every such notice shall be accompanied by such documents and plans alongwith specification as may be prescribed : Provided that every such plan and specifications shall be duly signed by a qualified structural engineer who shall be registered with the municipality for the purpose. Explanation:–– For the purposes of this sub-section the expression “a qualified structural engineer” means a graduate (civil) engineer.