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.
Commentary on Sections Part 8: Further provisions as to historic buildings. Section 200: Acquisition of listed buildings by agreement