Appeal a building decision

Every property within the boundaries of the City of Cape Town has a specific zoning. This is determined by the City’s land use management system and the Development Management Scheme (“DMS”) which forms part of the City’s Municipal Planning By-Law, which you can find at the bottom of this page.

Submit a building plan

If you are planning any building work on a property, you may need to submit a building pl...

Apply for a certificate of occupancy

For safety reasons, a new building may only be formally occupied once a certificate of occupancy has been issued.

Apply for a demolition permit

The City may instruct a landowner to demolish a building or demolition may be required as part of a building plan application. In nearly all instances, you will need a permit from your local development management district office to carry out demolition work.

Apply for a temporary structure

Events, informal trading markets and building sites are all examples of where you will typically find temporary structures. To ensure public safety, you will need permission to erect a temporary structure.

Apply for copies of building plans

Before you start preparing a building plan submission, apply for copies of any previously approved building plans. This is usually required in the case of extensions, additions or alterations.