R385 to replace a stolen bin? Not a chance, say residents
The City of Joburg is turning its residents into criminals. This is the message from angry Pikitup customers who are resorting to stealing dustbins when theirs are stolen because they refuse to pay R385 for a replacement bin.[Read More]
Homeowners association halts liquidation sale of property
The Johannesburg High Court recently considered a number of legal issues relating to the rights of a homeowners' association in a security estate. [Read More]
Cape Town property valuations raise fears of soaring rates
Some Cape Town homeowners are upset about the city's valuation of their properties and fear municipal rates will become unaffordable. [Read More]
'Deposit drag' keeps property market 'on a choke-chain'
Everyone in the property market knows that the current deposit requirements for home loan approval are among the biggest obstacles to increased home sales and faster property price growth.[Read More]
Durban neighbours object to illegal businesses
The Tribune's City Watch receives many complaints from readers who thought their home was their castle, only to find their peace shattered when the house next door turns into an illegal business. [Read More]
Massive Joburg property redevelopment faces uncertain future
The R2.5 billion project aimed at breathing new life into the Joburg city centre is off.[Read More]
Proposed Cape property development widely criticised
Concerns have been raised about a R14 billion plan to develop Wescape, a city near Melbosstrand with 200 000 homes.[Read More]
Green Point Grand Prix is unlikely
The roar of powerful racing engines arrowing down Beach Road, Mouille Point, is unlikely to happen any time soon.[Read More]
Gautrain expands Pretoria feeder bus routes
Commuters are set to find relief from their frustrations with parking at Gautrain stations as more people are expected to use Gautrain buses following the introduction of new stops on existing routes.[Read More]
No approved plans, but 'Mugabe' mansion almost ready
A sparkling pool, full dams, manicured lawns, lush vegetation and Balinese-type buildings. It's a scene set for royalty, but the question over whether anyone will be allowed to occupy this luxury development, estimated at R200 million, on the coast of Ballito, has yet to be decided. [Read More]
'Not just a monument' planned for central Pretoria square
An estimated R100 million has been set aside for the development of Lilian Ngoyi Square - formerly Strijdom Square - in Pretoria's CBD. [Read More]
Durban's 'bad' buildings to earn ad revenue
Thousands of rand in debt, owed by Durban's "bad buildings", could soon be recouped in an innovative plan, approved by the eThekwini Municipality's exco, that allows for advertising on the outside walls of the structures. [Read More]
