​Welcome to the Development Management Department. Find out more about what we do and how you can reach us.

What we do

We create an effective and efficient planning and building development environment in Cape Town, which promotes and facilitates relevant sustainable, development through equitable and effective service delivery.

​"Our vision is to be the leading digital built environment regulatory authority in South Africa and on the continent of Africa, demonstrated through its dynamism and relevance." Cheryl Walters Director: Development Management

We include

​Land Use Management section
We ensure that all land in Cape town is used according to its permitted use and zoning rights, along with their accompanying restrictions. We are guided by legislation, such as the Municipal Planning By-law and the Development Management Scheme, among others.

Building Development Management section
We ensure that all buildings in Cape Town comply with approved building plans through the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act 103 of 1977, in order to ensure a safe and healthy built environment for all.

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Contact us

Central contact number:

Telephone:
021 401 4702

View or download our district planning offices contact sheet​. 

Check the City’s Planning Viewer to find out which district your property falls into.