47Restrictions on power of entry to residential premises

47 Restrictions on power of entry to residential premises

47 Restrictions on power of entry to residential premises

The powers of entry and inspection conferred by this Act are not exercisable in relation to any premises or part of premises that are being used for residential purposes except—

(a) with the permission of the occupier of the premises or that part of the premises, or

(b) under the authority conferred by a search warrant, or

(c) for the sole purpose of reading an electricity meter.

Note—

Section 59 enables authorised officers to obtain search warrants to search residential premises in certain circumstances.

s 47: Am 2021 No 21, Sch 4.2[2].