Tshwane Council may not levy 'illegal use' rates on properties
In a judgment that could be of importance to Pretoria property owners whose rates and taxes have significantly escalated over the years, the Pretoria High Court has ruled that the Tshwane Metro Council is not allowed to include a category of "illegal use" in its rating policy.
[Read More]Posted at 09:29AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns | Comments[2]
Skywalks could spoil views, says Cape Town
The City of Cape Town believes elevated "sky bridges" that join private developments could cause "antisocial" behaviour among pedestrians and have an adverse effect by making the "empty" streets below prone to criminal activity.
[Read More]Posted at 08:57AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns | Comments[4]
Joburg billing ruling to be opposed
A ruling that would let the City of Joburg off the hook for inaccurate and inflated billing faces a court challenge, the Sunday Times reported.
[Read More]Posted at 08:38AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns | Comments[1]
Property rates put Comrades visitors on back foot
Commercial rates imposed on bed 'n' breakfast establishments in Pietermaritzburg have put more than 10 of them out of business and created a shortage of accommodation.
[Read More]Posted at 08:36AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns |
Hospital objects to licensed club in Cape Town City Bowl
Christiaan Barnard Hospital has joined others in objecting to a City Bowl club being granted a liquor licence.
[Read More]Posted at 08:07AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns | Comments[1]
Schubart Park hopes for a lifeline
The decision by the Tshwane Metro Council to implode the problematic Schubart Park flats has been put on hold, pending an application to the Constitutional Court by the tenants to return to their homes.
[Read More]Posted at 07:22AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns |
Water in tunnel keeps last Gautrain link closed
The routes between Pretoria, Hatfield, Centurion, Midrand, Sandton and Rosebank opened in August, with the Rosebank to Park Station stretch remaining closed due to water problems in the tunnel.
[Read More]Posted at 06:27AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns |
The wheels have come off in Cape Town, admits Metrorail
Metrorail has failed its Cape Town commuters, regional manager Mthuthuzeli Swartz has admitted, but it plans a major makeover with new rolling stock and motivated, dedicated staff.
[Read More]Posted at 05:27AM May 02, 2012 by Editor in Cities and Towns | Comments[2]