Who decides
Moses Kotane Local Municipality (North West) receives and decides open space matters for land around Mogwase. It forms part of the Bojanala District, but the district municipality is not assumed to decide these applications.
| Municipality | Moses Kotane Local Municipality (local) |
|---|---|
| Province | North West |
| District | Bojanala |
Local requirements
"Open space" is a broad guide category: zones for public and private open space, parks and conservation. Property owners in Mogwase often ask: Can I buy the open space next to my property??
Areas covered by Moses Kotane Local Municipality include Mogwase. Neighbouring municipalities in the Bojanala District, such as Kgetlengrivier, Madibeng, Moretele, Rustenburg, are separate planning authorities with their own by-laws and schemes, so the correct municipality must be confirmed from the property's location.
Under SPLUMA (2013) and Moses Kotane Local Municipality's planning by-law, matters are categorised and decided either by an authorised official or by the Municipal Planning Tribunal. Objectors and applicants may appeal to the appeal authority. Fees, documents and timeframes are set by Moses Kotane Local Municipality and change from time to time, so they are confirmed for each matter.
What to check for your property
- The property's zoning as recorded by the municipality (zoning certificate or official map)
- The exact wording of the applicable land-use scheme for that zone
- Title deed conditions, which can be stricter than the zoning
- Overlay zones, heritage or environmental controls and servitudes
- Any previous approvals and conditions attached to the property
- Who owns the land and whether it is a public place
Professional fees, municipal application fees, advertising and specialist costs are quoted separately for each matter. Timeframes depend on completeness, objections, specialist work and municipal processing.
Questions
Which municipality handles open space in Mogwase?
Moses Kotane Local Municipality in North West is the planning authority for Mogwase. The exact property location should still be confirmed, as municipal boundaries do not always follow town names.
Does the Bojanala District Municipality decide open space applications?
Not by default. Under SPLUMA, local municipalities such as Moses Kotane Local Municipality are their own planning authorities for most land-use applications.
What should I check before starting with open space in Mogwase?
Useful starting points are: The property's zoning as recorded by the municipality (zoning certificate or official map); The exact wording of the applicable land-use scheme for that zone; Title deed conditions, which can be stricter than the zoning. Title deed conditions, servitudes and previous approvals should also be checked.