Building Development Management

BUILDING DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT

Ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable building in Stellenbosch.

The Building Development Management (BDM) Section regulates all building work within the Stellenbosch municipal area in accordance with the National Building Regulations.

The BDM Section is responsible for overseeing building development to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, safety standards, and municipal requirements.

We support safe and orderly development by assessing building plans, conducting inspections, and enforcing regulatory compliance.

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Our Responsibilities

• Review and process building plan applications
• Conduct site inspections during construction
• Ensure compliance with National Building Regulations
• Enforce corrective measures where necessary

Our work helps protect public safety and ensures that all development meets legal and municipal standards.

Why This Matters

All building work must comply with national legislation to ensure:

• Structural safety
• Health and environmental standards
• Protection of property value
• Orderly urban development

Failure to obtain approval or comply with regulations may result in penalties or legal action.

Manager’s Note

The Building Development Management Section plays a vital role in safeguarding the community. While much of our work happens behind the scenes, every approved plan and inspection contributes to ensuring that buildings are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Key Legislation

All building work is governed by:

• National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act, 1977 (Act 103 of 1977)

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Services

• Plans Examining Unit
• Building Inspectorate Unit
• Technical Compliance Monitoring Unit
• Enforcement Unit

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Here you have access to view and download all  Building Development Management related documents:

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WHO TO CONTACT	DIRECTORATE: PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Chrizelle Kriel (Pr. Pln.) Manager: Land Use Management	021 808 8660 Chrizelle.Kriel@stellenbosch.gov.za
Kaylin Anthonie Senior Administrative Officer	021 808 8669 Kaylin.Coetzee@stellenbosch.gov.za

• LAND USE APPLICATIONS
• Request a pre-application consultation
• Submit a Land Use Application
• Submit an appeal
• Request a zoning, exemption or transfer certificate
• Submit a Land Use Complaint
• PLANNING NOTICES
• Land Use Application Advertisements
• Land Use Application Decisions
• Land Use Appeal Decisions
• MUNICIPAL PLANNING TRIBUNAL
• MPT Meeting Rules
• MPT Agenda
• MPT Minutes