Description: |
To comply with the National Heritage Resources Act, anyone who wishes to modify historical structures must apply to Heritage Western Cape (HWC) for permission. A historical structure is defined as a building older than 60 years. Heritage Western Cape issues permits based on the merits of the application and an environmental impact assessment. This permit takes into account the development planning and zoning regulations of a local authority's Land Use Ordinance. By ensuring that heritage matters are included in impact assessments for proposed developments, developers can identify heritage resources. Thus developers will be able to proceed without uncertainty about whether work will be stopped if a heritage resource is discovered. The permit system addresses a range of heritage resources:
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Instructions: |
To apply for a permit to modify a historical building, you’ll need to complete an application form and send it to hwc.hwc@westerncape.gov.za to receive a reference number. Once you receive a reference number, you’ll have to send the application to ceoheritage@westerncape.gov.za. The following documentation is required upon submission:
For further details see the websites of Heritage Western Cape and South African Heritage Resource Agency: www.sahra.org.za. Apply for a permit with Heritage Western Cape: Permit applications must be made on the official form: Application to destroy, damage, deface, excavate, alter, remove from its original position, subdivide or change the planning status of a national heritage site, provincial heritage site, provisionally protected place or structure older than 60 years. |
Government Body: | (Department of Cultural Affairs & Sport, Western Cape Government) |