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introduction The Housing Development Agency ( HDA ) is a national public development agency that promotes sustainable communities by making well located and appropriately planned land and buildings

1 introduction The Housing Development Agency ( HDA ) is a national public development agency that promotes sustainable communities by making well located and appropriately planned land and buildings available for the development of human settlements. The Agency has developed and deployed an information system which includes municipal profiles for selected municipalities. The intent of this profile is to provide guidelines and advice to Provincial Department of Human Settlements as well as municipalities on efficient utilization of land and economic government infrastructure investments in support of integrated human settlements development. about the template The template was compiled for the Housing Development Agency using a number of different data sources. The 2011 Census information from StatsSA was used extensively to represent socio-economic information. The financial profile data was extracted from the municipalities most recent financial statements. The Integrated Development Plan (IDP), Housing Development Plan (MHDP) and Spatial Development Framework of each municipality also provided inputs into the municipal profile. Where possible, each source of information is quoted as part of the specific figure, table or chart. The municipal profile is structured in the following sections: Section 1 provides background information on the municipality, including land use data; Section 2 deals with demographic information such as population growth and income; Section 3 provides an economic overview of the municipality; Section 4 investigates the financial status of the municipality; Section 5 gives headline data on the property market in the municipality; Section 6 looks at housing demand and historic delivery of RDP houses; Section 7 displays a land rent analysis Section 8 provides a snapshot of water, sanitation and electricity delivery; Section 9 displays a cost surface analysis Section 10 deals with budget implications of servicing the housing backlog, Section 11 analyse the performance of the planning function at municipal level. Maluti-a-Phofung ocal Municipality Source: Municipal Demarcation Board (2013) Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality is situated in the Free State province. Maluti-A-Photung LM extends over the smallest area in the Thabo Mofutsanyana municipal district but has the highest population density. It accommodates almost 54% of the population of the district municipality. The Transfrontier Park project links the conservation areas of Maluti-A-Phofung LM and other parts of the Eastern Free State with KwaZulu- Natal, the Eastern Cape and Lesotho. The municipality comprises of 34 wards and covers approximately hectares in extent. Contact Details: Postal: Private Bag X805, Witsieshoek, 9866 Physical: Cnr Moremoholo & Motloung Streets, Setsing Complex, Phuthaditjhaba Tel: Fax: Web: Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 1

Almost 32,69% (in terms of geographic area) of Maluti-a-Phofung LM is covered in Shrubland & Low Fynbos.

StatsSA -2011 MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Land Cover Category Coverage % Forest (indigenous) 0,40% Woodland 7,76%

Plantations 1,38% Waterbodies 2,36% Wetlands 0,69% Natrual surface 0,12% Erosion 0,55% Degraded land 4,16% Cultivated land

Urban / Built-up : commercial 0,04% Urban / Built-up : industrial / transport 0,07% Mines & Quarries 0,15% Source:

The total extent of Maluti-A-Phofung LM is 433 772 hectares.

2,92% of Maluti-A-Phofung LM population resides in farm areas.

More than 98,38% of the municipality is currently vacant/undeveloped.

grazing is practised. There are three urban nodes in Maluti-A-Phofung LM.

2 Almost 32,69% (in terms of geographic area) of Maluti-a-Phofung LM is covered in Shrubland & Low Fynbos. Mining, although a very important economic industry, consumes only about 0,15% of the surface area of Maluti-A- Phofung LM. StatsSA MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Land Cover Category Coverage % Forest (indigenous) 0,40% Woodland 7,76% Thicket, Bushland, Bush Clumps & High Fynbos 18,06% Shrubland & Low Fynbos 32,69% Herbland 0,22% Grassland 19,66% Forest Plantations 1,38% Waterbodies 2,36% Wetlands 0,69% Natrual surface 0,12% Erosion 0,55% Degraded land 4,16% Cultivated land 10,32% Urban / Builtup : rural cluster 0,16% Urban / Built-up : residential 1,09% Urban / Built-up : smallholdings 0,12% Urban / Built-up : commercial 0,04% Urban / Built-up : industrial / transport 0,07% Mines & Quarries 0,15% Source: National Geo-spatial Information (NGI), National Land Cover 2000 (NLC 2000). The total extent of Maluti-A-Phofung LM is hectares. Demarcation Board Section 1: Background % population residing on Traditional or Tribal areas 57,90% Source: National Geo-spatial Information (NGI), National Land Cover 2000 (NLC 2000). Only 2,92% of Maluti-A-Phofung LM population resides in farm areas. The majority of the municipalities population resides in traditional or tribal areas. More than 98,38% of the municipality is currently vacant/undeveloped. The rural landscape is characterised by mixed farming, except in the area surrounding Phuthaditjhaba where communal grazing is practised. There are three urban nodes in Maluti-A-Phofung LM. Kestell is 44km west of Harrismith along the N5 national road and 30km along the R57 north of Phuthaditjhaba, the southernmost point and the urban core of Qwa-Qwa where communal farming is practised on tribal land. % population residing in Urban Areas 39,18% Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 2

3 Number of households MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 2: Demographics population Population y = -330,35x ,35x ,82 R² = 1,00 Maluti-A-Phofung LM has a population of people (StatsSA, 2011). Although the population density has increased since 2001, it is still well below the metro average. Year RSA Population Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 Maluti-a-Phofung LM % ,86% ,80% ,65% Growth 0,71% -0,69% Maluti-A-Phofung has a LOW POPULATION DENSITY OF 0,77 people per hectare, largely due to98,38% of the municipality not being developed to to 2011 By 2020, the population of Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality is expected to be income Household Monthly Income 2011 Households that may qualify for subsidies based on income From , the % people earning less than R3 500/month decreased with: 0,47% per annum Less than R 3500/month R R12 801/Month Households that may qualify for subsidies based on income Monthly income category Households in Maluti-A-Phofung LM are poor with almost 13,10% earning no income at all and a total of 94,58% of the municipality earn less than R12 800/month. There has been significant growth in the income bracket earning between R3 500 and R12 800/month a clear signal for rental or gap market housing options. Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 From , the % people earning between R3 500 to R12 801/month grew at: 12,38% per annum Less than R 3500/month R R12 801/Month Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 3

4 Number of people Highest level of education achieved in 2011 MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 2: Demographics level of education Highest level of education 2011 Other Higher Degree (Masters / PhD) Honours degree Bachelors Degree and Post graduate Diploma Bachelors Degree Post Higher Diploma (Masters, Doctoral Diploma) Higher Diploma Diploma with Grade 12 / Std 10 Certificate with Grade 12 / Std 10 NTC VI / N6 NTC V / N5 NTC IV / N4 NTC III / N3 / NIC / (V) Level 4 Grade 12 / Standard 10 / Form 5 / Matric / NTC111 Grade 12 / Std 10 / Form 5 Diploma with less than Grade 12 / Std 10 Certificate with less than Grade 12 / Std 10 NTC II / N2 / NIC / (V) Level 3 NTC I / N1 / NIC / (V) Level 2 Grade 11 / Standard 9 / Form 4 Grade 10 / Standard 8 / Form 3 Grade 9 / Standard 7 / Form 2 / ABET 4 Grade 8 / Standard 6 / Form 1 Grade 7 / Standard 5 / ABET 3 Grade 6 / Standard 4 Grade 5 / Standard 3 / ABET 2 Grade 4 / Standard 2 Grade 3 / Standard 1 / ABET 1 (Kha Ri Gude,SANLI) Grade 2 / Sub B Grade 1 / Sub A Grade 0 No schooling The percentage of population with no schooling decreased between 2001 and 2011 with 11,68% Source: Statistics South Africa, Number of people gender distribution Gender Distribution % 55% 50% 45% 40% 54,19% 53,96% 54,41% 45,81% 46,04% 45,59% The female gender constitutes approximately 54,41% of the total population. This trend is fairly unlikely in mining towns where the mining industry is predominantly male orientated. Male Female Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 4

% Share MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 3: Economics economic sector & strength Economic Strength - GVA (R Millions) Based on constant 2005 prices 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Share of GVA

5 % Share MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 3: Economics economic sector & strength Economic Strength - GVA (R Millions) Based on constant 2005 prices 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Share of GVA Economic strength Share of employment 28,59% 21,89% 21,56% 11,03% The dominant economic sector in Maluti-A-Phofung LM is the Retail sector, which contributes to more than 21,89% of the GVA of the municipality. This industry employs more than 28,59% of the municipalities people. Mining contributes only 0,26% of the municipal GVA. -2% -4% Economic sector Comparison of Economic Growth Rates ( ) 6% 4% 2% 0% Maluti a Phofung LM Free State GVA Metro Average National GDP In 2011, the unemployment 41,8% rate was: Maluti a Phofung LM Metro Average In 2011, Maluti-A-Phofung LM contributed to 0,41% of the National GVA. Municipality Economic Growth Rate Average City of Cape Town 4,0% -1,1% 3,0% 3,0% 3,1% Buffalo City LM 3,3% -1,3% 1,2% 2,1% 2,0% Nelson Mandela Bay Metro 0,0% -4,6% 0,6% 0,6% -0,2% Mangaung 4,8% -0,9% 1,8% 2,4% 2,8% ethekwini 2,9% -1,6% 2,1% 2,4% 2,2% Ekurhuleni 4,1% -3,5% 3,3% 3,8% 2,7% City of Johannesburg 5,7% -1,0% 2,9% 3,8% 3,6% City of Tshwane 2,6% 3,1% 3,0% 3,1% 3,7% Maluti a Phofung LM 4,8% -0,1% 2,2% 2,5% 3,0 Of the 8 metropolitan municipalities in South Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay, Buffalo City, Mangaung, ethekwini and Ekurhuleni exhibit a lower average annual economic growth rate ( ) than Maluti-A-Phofung LM. Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 5

RAND/MILLION MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY annual collection rate Section 4: Financial Status of the municipality 85,44% of all billed revenue has been collected, the benchmark is 95% R500 R400

cash flow which should have been utilised in service delivery or in investment in capital.

own revenue to total operating revenue Total Revenue (excl.

6 RAND/MILLION MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY annual collection rate Section 4: Financial Status of the municipality 85,44% of all billed revenue has been collected, the benchmark is 95% R500 R400 R300 R200 R100 Revenue billed R- Renevue collected Loss in cash flow Annual Collection Rate (2013) 2013 (Rand/million) R478 R408 R70 The payment level of 85,44% resulted in a loss of R 70 million in cash flow which should have been utilised in service delivery or in investment in capital. Future sustainability and growth is dependent on a collection rate of approximately 95% and a focused revenue collection strategy should be implemented. own revenue to total operating revenue Total Revenue (excl. Capital grants); R863 Own revenue; R515 Operational grants; R348 in 2012, 66,92% of the municipality s revenue was internally generated, this percentage decreased to 59,68% in This indicates a increasing dependency on government grants. R- R100 R200 R300 R400 R500 R600 R700 R800 R900 RAND/MILLION asset turnover Service revenue to assets employed (asset turnover) measures whether there is sufficient investment in economic assets. The benchmark is 20% R3 000 R2 500 R2 000 R1 500 R1 000 R500 R- R (Rand/million) R ,06% R (Rand/million) R ,20% Infrastructure carrying value Service charges The historic infrastructure base is sufficient to support the current service delivery demands. The upwards trend indicates the municipalities gain in economic assets thus ensuring excellent revenue growth. Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 6

No of Transfers R 2 000 000 000 R 1 500 000 000 R 1 000 000 000 MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY budget implementation R 500 000 000 Section 4: Financial status of the municipality Revenue and

7 No of Transfers R R R MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY budget implementation R Section 4: Financial status of the municipality Revenue and expenditure management 66,11% 85,55% 54,27% Indicates to what extent the Municipality is able to deliver on its planned budget. The target is 100%. 66,11% actual expenditure on capital budget 85,55% actual expenditure on operational budget 54,27% actual revenue realised R 0 Capital Expenditure Operating Expenditure Operating Revenue Budgeted Actual Section 5: Property market Average land value(r/m²) per land use Vacant R 179,93 Residential R 384,21 Park R 123,59 Industrial R 305,87 Farm R 103,80 Education/Institutional R 41,36 Church R 151,65 Cemetery R 44,84 Business R 620,46 Total Number of Transfers Highest Transfers R R R R R R R R 0 Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Valuation Roll 2013 Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 7

Section 6: Housing demand and supply dwelling type & housing backlog Dwelling type Housing backlog Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 12 050 2011 2001 1996 17 708 17 119 The municipal housing

Other Servants quarters/granny flat Informal settlement Backyard shack House/flat/room in backyard Semi-detached house Townhouse Cluster house Flat or apartment Traditional dwelling House 751 325

8 Section 6: Housing demand and supply dwelling type & housing backlog Dwelling type Housing backlog Source: Statistics South Africa, The municipal housing backlog increases between 1996 and 2001 with 0,69% and decreased between 2001 and 2011 with - 3,20%. Other Servants quarters/granny flat Informal settlement Backyard shack House/flat/room in backyard Semi-detached house Townhouse Cluster house Flat or apartment Traditional dwelling House Households Housing Projects Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 housing delivery Number of Residential Buildings Completed Dwelling Houses Completed Number of Units Housing Projects Kestell/Tlholong Corridor Schoonplaatz 1253 Harrismith Extension Tshiame A 1051 Harrismith Extension Westerson 207 Phuthaditjhaba Weltevrede Flats & Townhouses Completed Dwelling Houses Smaller than 80 (m2) Distater Park 208 Bluegumbosch Tshiame D 554 Tshiame E Intabazwe 690 Harrismith/Intabazwe Corridor 1156 Contact Person: Ms Hleli at Number of Units Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Annual Delivery of RDP Houses Dwelling Houses Smaller than 80 (m2) The building plan statistics indicates that 0 RDP house were built in Annual housing delivery target: (Housing Sector Chapter 2013/2014) Average annual delivery: (StatsSA Building plans approved ) Current total number of units planned: (Housing Sector Chapter 2013/2014 ) Page 8

9 Rand per/m² Rand per/m² > 60 Rand per/m² Rand per/m² Rand per/m² Rand per/m² MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY land rent Section 7: Land Rent Analysis The land rent theory is a geographical economic theory that refers to how the price and demand for real estate change as the distance from the central business district (CBD) increases. It states that different land users will compete with one another for land close to the city centre. Average Total Property value Business Properties R R R 800 R 600 R 400 R 200 R Time in min from CBD R 120 R 100 R 80 R 60 R 40 R 20 R 0 Average Total Property value - Educational/Institutional Properties Time in min from CBD R 700 R 600 R 500 R 400 R 300 R 200 R 100 R 0 Average Total Property value Agricultural Properties R 500 R 400 R 300 R 200 R 100 Average Total Property value Industrial Properties Time in min from CBD R Time in min from CBD R 500 R 400 R 300 R 200 R 100 R 0 Average Total Property value Residential Properties Time in min from CBD Average Total Property value Vacant Properties R 250 R 200 R 150 R 100 R 50 R > 60 Time in min from CBD Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Valuation Roll 2013 Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 9

Section 8: Water, sanitation & electricity water % Access to Piped Water: 2001-2011 Access to Piped Water: 2011 100% No access to piped water No access to piped water Water on community stand: >200m

10 Section 8: Water, sanitation & electricity water % Access to Piped Water: Access to Piped Water: % No access to piped water No access to piped water Water on community stand: >200m from dwelling Water on community stand: <200m from dwelling Water inside yard 80% 60% 40% 20% Water on community stand: >200m from dwelling Water on community stand: <200m from dwelling Water inside yard Water inside dwelling % % in 2001 % in 2011 Water inside dwelling Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 Number of Households sanitation % Sanitation: Sanitation 2011 Other Bucket toilet Pit toilet without ventilation Pit toilet with ventilation (VIP) Chemical toilet Flush toilet (with septic tank) Flush toilet (connected to sewerage None Sanitation Number of Households Source: Statistics South Africa, % 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% % in 2001 % in 2011 Other Bucket toilet Pit toilet without ventilation Pit toilet with ventilation (VIP) Chemical toilet Flush toilet (with septic tank) Flush toilet (connected to sewerage system) None electricity % Access to Electricity: Source of Lighting % None Solar Candles Paraffin Gas Electricity Source: Statistics South Africa, 2011 Number of Households 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% % in 2001 % in 2011 None Solar Candles Paraffin Gas Electricity Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 10

This cost surface map for the municipality will indicate the premium payable based on certain environmental and geological

11 cost surface analysis Section 9: Cost surface analysis To develop land everywhere in the municipality does not necessarily cost the same. Often vacant land is developed at a cost significantly higher than elsewhere in the municipality. This cost surface map for the municipality will indicate the premium payable based on certain environmental and geological constraints. Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 11

12 Section 10: Spatial development framework spatial development framework Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Integrated Development Plan Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 12

13 Section 10: Spatial development framework spatial development framework Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Integrated Development Plan Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 13

14 Section 10: Spatial development framework spatial development framework Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Integrated Development Plan Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 14

15 Section 10: Spatial development framework spatial development framework Source: Maluti-A-Phofung Integrated Development Plan Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 15

Section 10: Spatial development framework accessibility analysis -CBD This map tests housing projects identified in the SDF in terms of how accessible these projects are to the CBD of the

16 Section 10: Spatial development framework accessibility analysis -CBD This map tests housing projects identified in the SDF in terms of how accessible these projects are to the CBD of the Municipality (essentially a test to see if proposals attempt a compact city design). Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 16

Section 10: Spatial development framework accessibility analysis active mines This map tests housing projects identified in the SDF in terms of how accessible these projects are to employment

17 Section 10: Spatial development framework accessibility analysis active mines This map tests housing projects identified in the SDF in terms of how accessible these projects are to employment opportunities. Since mining is the major employer in the municipality, all active mines were used as origins. Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 17

Section 10: Spatial development framework budget implications of the SDF According to Maluti-A-Phofung IDP 2012/2013 the housing backlog is 55 000 units.

Budget required to service Total Housing Backlog (at different densities) R4 000 000 000 R3 500 000 000 R3 000 000 000 R2 500 000 000 R2 000 000 000 R1 500 000 000 R1 000 000

931 units in order to complete the planned projects by 2017.

18 Section 10: Spatial development framework budget implications of the SDF According to Maluti-A-Phofung IDP 2012/2013 the housing backlog is units. This divers from the census calculations which is approximately units. Budget required to service Total Housing Backlog (at different densities) R R R R R R R R R GROSS DENSITY (UNITS/HECTARE Water Sewer Electricity Roads & Storm water Top Structures The annual housing target must be units in order to complete the planned projects by Budget required to service Annual Housing Target (at different densities) R R R R R R R GROSS DENSITY (UNITS/HECTARE Water Sewer Electricity Roads & Storm water Top Structures Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 18

19 Long term strategic plan Integrated Development Plan (IDP) in place Spatial Development Framework (SDF) in place Land Use Management Scheme (LUMS) in place MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 11: Planning practises assessment summary The purpose of this practises assessment for the municipality was to: audit planning capacity within the municipality, as it relates to; land use management capacity; spatial planning capacity; audit the actual planning systems, tools and methodologies of the municipality; long term development strategy; spatial development frameworks; integrated development plans; land use management systems, land use schemes, zoning schemes or town planning schemes; other policies and frameworks such as densification policies, nodal plans etc.; audit planning governance within the municipality; processes used to compile and implement the plans listed in the previous point; audit any software tools, systems and data used in the compilation of the above planning products or in support of planning governance. Town Planning Practices Assessment Statutory Compliance Non-statutory Plans/Policies Town Planning Activities Information Systems Organisational Tactics 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% scope of planning practises Any requirements to include in future LUS? Elements the LUS is lacking? Is staff adequately trained to deal with land use management issues? Linkage with billing systems / LIS to record changes in land use / zoning / tariffs Adequate number of staff to deal with land use management in the municipality Information system in place to deal with amendments to the LUMS Land use data updated annually Land use data available LUMS include innovative practises to promote integration between strategic planning documents and "Informality" (this can refer to informal settlements, rural villages, or informal business) is Map 3s in place All development controls reflected in the Scheme Clauses Scheme Clauses in place Amendments to the LUMS recorded LUMS updated on a regular basis Wall-to-wall land use management scheme in place Any requirements to include in future SDF? Elements the SDF is lacking? Staff adequately skilled to deal with SDF Adequate number of staff to deal with SDF Include basic guidelines/implications for the LUMS of the municipality Quantifies current social facilities and number of facilities needed to accommodate growth from GDS Implementation of urban edge or urban growth boundary Indicates areas of protection and conservation SDF defines the linkage and corridors between nodes or settlements SDF identifies growth areas, nodes and priority investment areas SDF includes desired spatial form and land use patterns for municipality SDF a reflection of the current development status in municipality Any requirements to include in future IDP? Elements the IDP is lacking? Includes key performance indicators and performance targets. Includes three year capital budget allocation Includes Spatial Development Framework (SDF) Identifies communities which do not have access to basic municipal services Assesses the existing level of development in the municipality, Expresses the municipality s most critical developmental and internal transformation needs Incorporates the long term vision from GDS Incorporates national and provincial planning directives Identify long term development objectives Sets out 20 year(+) vision of the municipality in achieving its development objectives 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 19

20 GIS Spatial analysis and modelling tools Land information system Building Plan Approval Development applications Co nsu ltat ion MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 11: Planning practises assessment planning activities This section investigates the legislative requirements of having an IDP, SDF and land use scheme in place. Though not legislated, it also includes a long term strategic plan (e.g. a growth and development strategy). On the whole it the planning scope of practises in the municipality can be seen as competent. All the requirements of legislation are met. Internal and external stakeholders consulted Application finalised within allocated time span Town planning recommendation formulated Comments from stakeholders collated Applications distributed to internal and external stakeholders Regular site inspections held Electronic system available to deal with development applications Up to date amendment scheme register in place Linkage with valuation roll system to inform supplementary valuations Processes (including legal) in place to deal with non compliance of building Certificates issued within allocated timespan Inspections carried out Application finalised within allocated time span Recommendation formulated Comments from stakeholders collated Applications distributed to internal and external stakeholders Regular site inspections held Electronic system available to deal with development applications Up to date building plan register in place 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% systems The various planning tools and products at the disposal of a municipality are supported by various information systems. These systems can be relatively large and complex (e.g. an agent based transport and land use modelling system) or relatively simple (such as an excel spread sheet calculating the number of social facilities to be provided as for different population scenarios). Information systems can thus be defined in this particular context as the means by which skilled municipal officials use software and information to support the process of spatial restructuring. LIS is 'user-friendly' and readily accessible to all staff System stores historical data System links with LUMS System links with valuation roll System links with billing systems System links with GIS Models available to measure level of service for social facilities Models available to quantify need for social facilities Models available to forecast future land use based on Models available to forecast population growth (in Support of Networking with and participation at district or provincial GIS Partnerships in place to ensure access to provincial and GIS strategy in place Staff use system and system functionality as appropriate for GIS is 'user-friendly' and readily accessible to all staff GIS is linked to the LUMS GIS stores historical data Cadastral records are accurately described using the Surveyor GIS can be linked to other systems (Billing, valuation roll, LIS) Cadastral changes are recorded and updated on a regular basis 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 20

21 Strategic alignment Human resources Change control MALUTI-A-PHOFUNG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY Section 11: Planning practises assessment organisational tactics The organisational tactics, or rather the extent to which the organisation support the Planning function can at best be described as being in its awareness phase. It is largely left up to individuals to up skill themselves or to acquire necessary information required for personal growth. More interaction with planning role-players are required for the planning function to grow the municipality. This includes access to information and networking with planners at other municipalities or other spheres of government. Organisation takes an active role in participating in steering groups/working parties and or preparing submissions on Organisation informs staff of legislative changes affecting their work Organisation monitors possible legislative changes or changes in standards that may have an impact on its operations or Is any skills required to ensure detail project proposals (e.g. design framework) is implemented? Project packaging and Is the planning function adequate (capacity, trainining, skills etc) to give effect to proposals from the SDF / other plans? Level of Town Planning expertise is appropriate to each job Staff regularly attend workshops as appropriate to close skill gaps Skill gaps in Town Planning are assessed Corporate data required for Strategic Planning is easily available and used consistently across the organisation Customer KPIs for IDP and Planning function are aligned Town Planning policies and plans are well aligned and have strong linkages to ensure corporate objectives are achieved 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% human resources Function/Section No. of Posts No. of employees Vacancies Management & other 2 1 Director 1 Planning & Human Settlement Building Control & Regulations Development Planning Properties & Housing Environmental Management Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality :. Developed by i@consulting (Pty) Ltd on behalf of the Housing Development Agency Page 21

GA-SEGONYANA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

GA-SEGONYANA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY introduction The Housing Development Agency ( HDA ) is a national public development agency that promotes sustainable communities by making well located and appropriately planned land and buildings available