The Department of Development and Planning made public awareness after residents and other stakeholders raised issues about illegal land use and illegal building in the City of Johannesburg.
Development Planning MMC Reuben Masango said it is importance to comply with building regulations and other City By-laws. He added that the department was working around the clock to bring contraveners of building and land-use regulations to book.
“To comply with department’s regulations is important as it ensures safety of people who will occupy the building. City By-laws in the built environment contribute to the significant derelict of buildings and general deterioration observed across Johannesburg over the years. The department has delegated a team of officials from Land Use Development Management and Building Development Management Directors to conduct interviews and engage residents on issues relating to the law enforcement”, he said.
Masango added that a resolution was made by management at the start of 2018/2019 financial year to conduct continuous engagements with members of the public. He said this was done on work conducted by Development Planning including law enforcement related matters.
“The engagement is believed to inform members of the public on what is expected out of the residents and key stakeholders. It will also allow the City to outline its By-laws, application processes and well legal processes around law enforcement”, said Masango.
