Apply to register on the Improved Property Database

If you would like to apply to register on the Improved Property Database to lease accommodation on City-owned land for residential or NGO/NPO and COB purposes, follow the process below.

How to apply to register on the Improved Property Database

The City has limited improved properties available for leasing and a market-related rental applies. When a residential property becomes vacant, potential tenants will be sourced from the database according to certain criteria, e.g. affordability, if they are an appropriate fit.

The database is not a waiting list and registration doesn’t guarantee that your application will be successful or considered.

Please note

Applicants must be permanently employed. If you are self-employed, sufficient proof of income must be provided. All applicants will be subject to credit control and debt profile verification.

Step 1: Download and complete the Improved Property Database Application Form at the bottom of the page.

Supporting documentation:

proof of income (latest payslips for three months or six months if the applicant is self-employed)
three-month bank statement or six months if the applicant is self-employed, a company, NGO, NPO, Close Corporation or a religious organisation
copy(ies) of Identity Documents/Birth Certificates of all that will be residing on the property
copy of marriage certificate or partner details
copy of latest municipal account
copy of your latest utility/clothing account
current/previous landlord details
tax clearance certificate (can be obtained from the SARS e-filing website)
copy(ies) of Identity Documents of representatives if the applicant is a company, NGO, NPO, Close Corporation or a religious organisation
organisation's project plan if the applicant is a company, NGO, NPO, Close Corporation or a religious organisation
proof of registration if the applicant is a company, NGO, NPO, Close Corporation or a religious organisation
social care organisations must provide proof that they are registered with the Provincial Administration: Western Cape Department of Social Services

Step 2: Email your completed application, including supporting documentation to PM.IPApplication@capetown.gov.za

Alternatively, you can deliver your application by hand to:

Director: Property Transactions
Cape Town Civic Centre
13th Floor
12 Hertzog Boulevard
Cape Town

8001

When submitting your application, you will be asked to pay a non-refundable application fee.

Please note

Incorrectly completed applications will not be considered.

Contact us

Property Transactions Department

Telephone:
0860 103 089

Email:
propertytransactions.management@capetown.gov.za

Document downloads

1. Improved Property Database Application Form
  19/04/2024, Application form - 79.9 KB
2. Property Transactions Tariffs
  01/07/2026, Budget annexure,Tariff - 1 MB

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