Nearly 16 000 Cape Town families will soon be getting their own home.
City Council has given its approval for the development of seven housing projects that will provide more than 15 600 houses.
The council’s approval of the projects on Wednesday paves the way for the City’s Transport and Urban Development Authority (TDA) to conclude the seven contracts for the appointment of teams tasked with overseeing the housing developments.
The housing developments will be situated in Vlakteplaas in Strand; Blueberry Hill in Blue Downs; ACSA Symphony in Delft; Pelican Park; Mahama in Khayelitsha; Elsies River; and Bonteheuwel, the City said on Thursday.
Once signed, teams will oversee the planning, design and construction of 15 664 units.
“The housing opportunities will become available within the next two to three years, depending on the type of development and the area where the development is taking place,” said Councillor Brett Herron, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Transport and Urban Development.
“At this stage we foresee that the developments will include site-and-serviced erven, double-storey units, double- and single-storey semi-detached units, as well as double- and single-storey free-standing units.
“Where possible, the developments will include community facilities, open spaces where residents can socialise, and commercial and retail opportunities.
“I am grateful Council approved these contracts. The demand for decent housing in Cape Town is acute, and is arguably one of the biggest challenges this administration is facing,” said Herron.