The Laws and Ordinances of the Saga Domain Regarding Public Works and Building Control Satoyamakata and Michi-Yashilcikata

Abstract

In this paper, the author reports the text and its contents of the laws and ordinances relevant to public works and building control established by the Saga domain in the Edo period and clarifies objectives of the provisions. In addition to maintenance enforcement of streets, bridges, canals, trees, and houses of warrior classes, preservation of defense capability and social order of the castle town, restraint of unlawful development on waterfront, and ensuring smooth water flow and water supply are among the objectives of the regulations.