Commentary on Sections Part 8: Further provisions as to historic buildings. Section 200: Acquisition of listed buildings by agreement
Under this section the Department may acquire a listed building or land comprising such a building by agreement, purchase, lease or otherwise or by gift.  The Department may also acquire objects which have been kept in a listed building or an estate vested in the Department or in a listed building under its control or management.  The Department may at its discretion make arrangements for the management, custody and use of property acquired or accepted by it.