A HOME OFFICE HAS BECOME A HOME ENTERPRISE
Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa Since my earlier article in 2020 regarding Home Offices in Nelson Mandela Bay, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has introduced their new Land Use Scheme, which replaced the previous 12 zoning schemes. One of the changes is replacing what was regarded as a Home Office with a Home […]
DO YOU NEED APPROVED BUILDING PLANS FOR TEMPORARY BUILDINGS?
A temporary building must have a “start” and “end” date, but throughout the world, over the years, temporary buildings have become permanent. Often, buildings are erected to provide temporary accommodation following a disaster. However, they don’t get removed, but rather extended, improved and permanently occupied. In South Africa, the National Building Regulations defines a temporary […]
ALTERATIONS & ADDITIONS TO SECTIONAL TITLE PROPERTIES?
When planning alterations and additions to a building in a sectional title scheme, approval is required from the Body Corporate for the Building Plan Application. What owner’s may not be aware of, is that, as they have increased the area of their section, the sectional plan must be amended. A building in a sectional title […]
IS A FLATLET A GRANNY FLAT?
Or is it a second dwelling? There are a number of reasons why you may consider building a flatlet on your residential property; You may have an elderly family member, or even an adult child who needs their independence. It could be to increase the value of the property, or to bring in a rental […]
WHAT SHOULD YOU CONSIDER
When installing an inverter in your home? The unreliable electrical supply in South Africa is a concern for homeowners. There are many options for alternative power being offered, for example; solar panels, wind turbines, solar water heating and inverters. Also, there are many low tech, or DIY devises which can reduce your reliance on the […]