What is Rezoning in South Africa? #
Rezoning is the legal process of amending a municipal town planning scheme to change the permitted land use rights of a specific property. This statutory application alters a property’s zoning category, permanently dictating its allowable primary use, maximum building height, coverage, and development density.
Rezoning vs. Consent Use vs. Removal of Restrictions #
Before you commit to a full Rezoning application, it is critical to determine if a lighter mechanism will suffice:
- Consent Use: Ideal for secondary rights. For example, running a “Place of Instruction” (creche) or a “Guest House” on a property that remains primarily…
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