Notices

INVITATION TO:

Building Control Officer, Building control staff and all officials concerned with Building Plan Applications as well as Building Industry Practitioners

NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATION AWARENESS PROGRAM TO LOCAL AUTHORITY BUILDING CONTROL OFFICIALS 2022/2023

The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications – National Building Regulations Department NRCS-NBR) cordially invite all building control Officers, their staff, Fire prevention officers and Building Industry Practitioners to attend the National Building Regulation Awareness program: –

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS: PRACTICAL AND LEGAL ASPECTS WITH SPECIFIC REFERENCE TO SANS10400 PART-XA: ENERGY USAGE IN BUILDINGS

DATE: 11th & 12th  April 2023 – Building Control Officers, their staff, Fire prevention officers Architects / Engineers Architectural Technologists Quantity Surveyors Project Managers Building Contractors are all interested building industry stakeholders.

TIME:    8:45 for 9:00 to 12:45

VENUE George Municipality

PRESENTERS:   Rudolf Opperman – Technical Adviser Architecture and the National Building Regulations (NRCS)

COST:    Free of Charge

Who Should Attend

Architects / Engineers Architectural Technologists Quantity Surveyors Project Managers Building Contractors Building Control Officials, Fire Prevention Officers of the Local Government.

Background

The National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act of 1977 (Act 103 of 1977), is the enabling Act under which the National Building Regulations are made. The Act is supported by subsidiary legislation in the form of the SANS 10400 suite of documents referred to as the Application of the National Building Regulations standards. The suites of documents captured within the 23 SANS 10400 documents. These documents mirror images of the National Building Regulations and provide the performance methodologies that, if used, will satisfy the requirements of the National Building Regulation.

The applicable South African National Standards 10400 are listed below for clarification;

SANS Number        Title of Standard                                        Year Published          Cost

SANS 10400 Part A – General principles and requirements               2022                R 914.25

SANS 10400 Part B – Structural design                                                  2020                R 624.45

SANS 10400 Part C – Dimensions                                                        2016                R 308.20

SANS 10400 Part D – Public safety                                                     2022                R 270.25

SANS 10400 Part E – Demolition work

SANS 10400 Part F – Site operations                                                  2017                R 233.45

SANS 10400 Part G – Excavations                                                       2017                R 308.20

SANS 10400 Part H – Foundations                                                      2012                R 755.55

SANS 10400 Part J – Floors                                                                 2016                R 372.60

SANS 10400 Part K – Walls                                                                 2015                R 914.25

SANS 10400 Part L – Roofs                                                                 2020                R 914.25

SANS 10400 Part M – Stairways                                                         2018                R 345.00

SANS 10400 Part N – Glazing                                                              2012                R 401.35

SANS 10400 Part O – Lighting and ventilation                                    2011                R 540.50

SANS 10400 Part P – Drainage                                                           2010                R 801.55

SANS 10400 Part Q – Non-water-borne sanitary disposal                 2021                R 569.25

SANS 10400 Part R – Storm-water disposal                                       2012                R 308.20

SANS 10400 Part S – Facilities for disabled persons                           2011                R 717.60

SANS 10400 Part T – Fire protection                                                  2020                R 978.65

SANS 10400 Part U – Refuse disposal

SANS 10400 Part V – Space heating                                                   2018                R 270.25

SANS 10400 Part W – Fire installation                                                2011                R 372.60

SANS 10400 Part X – Environmental sustainability

SANS 10400 Part XA – Energy usage in buildings                               2021                R 801.55

The following altered standards were published in the last two years;

Newly Published Standards:

SANS 10400 Part A – General principles and requirements (2022)

SANS 10400 Part D – Public safety (2022)

SANS 10400 Part XA – Energy usage in buildings (December 2021)

SANS 10400 Part Q – Non-water-borne sanitary disposal (2021)

The latest SANS10400XA 2021 (Edition 2) has been promulgated and published (relating to the new energy calculations, etc.), and professionals have started attending CPD courses and are now starting to apply the new “deemed to satisfy the regulation rules.

The municipal Building Control Officer who heads up the building control function relies on the knowledge understanding and implementation of the SANS 10400 building code. How much deemed to satisfy the regulation rules are utilised, ensure buildings are constructed with integrity and in conformance to the regulations by issuing a certificate of compliance.

Why, then, are so many buildings not conforming to the code? 

To address this controversial issue, Mr Rudolf Opperman, will explain the legal role and responsibilities of Professional Practitioners in the Build Environment concerning implementing SANS 10400 Part A – General principles and requirements (2022), SANS 10400 Part D – Public safety (2022),

The founding principles of the National Building Regulations should be understood to enable the proper implementation of the legislation which is used to govern the built environment. To understand and interpret the National Building Regulations correctly, it is important to understand the philosophy and intent behind the Regulations. Although it is a piece of highly technical legislation, the functioning thereof should be grasped. The technical part thereof should be treated as a technical tick box and the user should be able to know where to obtain this information from the technical documentation available.

Purpose

The purpose of the workshop is to sensitize all the role players in the Build Environment tasked with submitting building applications to the Local Authorities about their legal responsibilities and to clarify any misconceptions about accountability and responsibility.

Format

The workshop will be presented in a lecture format with open question-and-answer sessions that would allow for healthy debate and interaction to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject

Programme:    11th & 12th April 2023 – Building Control Officers, their staff, Fire prevention officers, Architects, Engineers, Architectural Technologists Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Building Contractors, and all interested building industry stakeholders. 

The same lecture will be presented on both days. This allows for the attendance of all personnel who man public counters.

09:00 –09:10 (10min)             Opening and Introduction

09:10 –09:50(40min)             The National Building Regulations & Building Standards Act -Part 1 (Rudolf Opperman -NRCS)

09:50 –10:00 (10min)             Questions and discussion

10:00 –10:40 (45min)             The National Building Regulations -Part 2 (Rudolf Opperman -NRCS)

10:40 – 10:50 (10min)            Questions and discussion

10:50 –11:20 (30min)             Tea Break (Host city to please provide hot water and cups)

11:20 –12:15 (55min)             New SANS 10400 published standards (Rudolf Opperman -NRCS) – Part 2

12:15 – 12:45 (30min)            Discussion and closing

Please note the Conville Swimming pool will be closed from Friday, 17 February to Saturday 18 February 2023, for the Eden Aquatics LC5 Gala.
The swimming pool will be open on Sunday again from 09:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 16:00 with 2 lifeguards on duty.
For enquiries/bookings: Conville Swimming Pool
Tel: 044 801 9488
Contact persons:
Mr G de Villiers Email: gbdevilliers@george.gov.za – Sport Development Assistant
Ms LY Botha Email lybotha@george.gov.za – Sport Development Officer
Mr R Swart Email rswart@george.gov.za
Ms S Velembo Email svelembo@george.gov.za

GEORGE MUNICIPALITY

NOTICE NUMBER FIN 4 OF 2023

PUBLIC NOTICE CALLING FOR INSPECTION OF GENERAL VALUATION ROLL AND LODGING OF OBJECTIONS

Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 49(1)(a)(i)(c) of the Local Government: Municipal Property Rates Act, 2004 (Act No. 6 of 2004), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”, that the valuation roll for the financial years 01/07/2023 – 30/06/2027 is open for public inspection at the following venues from

09 February 2023 to 31 March 2023:

*Follow the link to the notice calling for inspection of the general Valuation Roll and lodging of objections*

https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/VALUATION-ROLL-NOTICE-NUMBER-FIN-4-OF-2023-1.pdf

*Follow the link for frequently asked questions on the Valuation Roll*
https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/GV2023_24-Detail-for-Website_FAQ.pdf

NEW GENERAL VALUATION ROLE INSPECTION AND OBJECTION PROCESS COMMENCES

The General Valuation Roll is a document containing the municipal valuations of all the registered properties within the boundaries of the Greater George municipal area and is used to calculate the rates that property owners are required to pay.

The General Valuation Roll gives the market value of a property on a certain date. It applies to residential, agricultural, business and commercial properties and is used to calculate the monthly rates that property owners are required to pay for services such as street lighting, parks, libraries, fire services, etc.

The George Municipality uses a service provider, DDP Valuers (Pty) Ltd. The process to compile the General Valuation Roll of an estimated 54 000 properties in the greater George area, is completed.

The final General Valuation Roll will be published for public inspection from 9 February 2023 until 31 March 2023.  At the same time, stakeholders will be given the opportunity to lodge objections, if deemed necessary.  The objection process is followed by a valuation appeal process. The General Valuation Roll will be implemented on 1 July 2023.

Ratepayers must verify their valuations, as it would affect the rates they pay on their own properties as well as the overall rate calculations for the city. It is a great opportunity for citizens to engage with the Municipality to ensure that their properties are correctly valued.

What is a valid objection?

There are various reasons that allow owners (or their authorised representatives) to submit an objection against a specific property on the Municipality’s General Valuation Roll.  According to the Municipal Property Rates Act (MPRA) Section 50 (1)(c) an objection with the municipal manager against any matter reflected in, or omitted from, the roll can be lodged against a single/specific property (Section 50 (2) of the MPRA).

Legitimate reasons for lodging an objection include:
• Town Allotment • Suburb • Sectional Title Scheme Name • Erf No • Portion • Section • Unit • Owner Name • Category • Physical Address • Extent • Market Value • Omitted • Farm Name

What are non-valid reasons/objections and will not be considered:

• No Services • I am a pensioner (refer to rates policy regarding rebaits) • My rates are too high (refer to rates policy for cent in the rand) • Comparing to similar properties in the valuation roll (objection must be lodged against the property with the incorrect value and using market sales for comparison) • Comparing current value with previous valuation • Various erven on one objection form, (every erf must have own objection form).

For more information contact: George Municipality: Valuations on 044 801 9111, e-mail: valuations@george.gov.za or visit the Website www.george.gov.za

Illegal dumping is everybody’s problem

Power restored to Dellville Park. Issued by George Mun 15 Feb 2023 at 12h55

Unplanned power outage in Maraiskamp, Parkdene and Conville. Electricians investigating. Issued by George Mun 15 Feb 2023 at 12h50

ROAD CONSTRUCTION IN GEORGE

Rehabilitation of the Nelson Mandela Blvd and York Street Intersection, George will impact road users until the end of February 2023.

PROJECT:

Rehabilitation of York Street, Southbound

PLANNED CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES ON YORK STREET:

The works comprise rehabilitation of the Nelson Mandela Blvd and York Street Intersection,
George.  The section in question is the intersection of Nelson Mandela Boulevard and York Street.

PROJECT PERIOD:

20-24 February 2023.

SERVICE DISRUPTION:

Traffic congestion can be expected.

TRAFFIC IMPACT:

The remedial work will require the milling and removal of existing bituminous layers as well as milling and
removal of existing gravel base layers. After the milling operations will follow the placing of new bituminous base layers and surface layers.

• Traffic heading south on York Street will have access to Nelson Mandela Boulevard on Monday and Thursday
• Only light vehicles will have access to Nelson Mandela Boulevard from Meade Street’s side between Meade Street and York Street for the entire period.
• Traffic heading north on York Street will not have access to Nelson Mandela Boulevard for the entire period.
• Traffic heading south on York Street will not have access to Marthinus Street for the entire period.
• Access between York Street Northbound and Marthinus Street will only be available on Monday and Thursday.
• No access between York Street and Marthinus Street on Tuesday and Wednesday.

DRIVING COMFORT:

There will be height differences between the two lanes while milling and asphalt construction work are in progress. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians must exercise extreme caution, especially during wet conditions, when visibility is poor, and at night. Vehicles with low-profile tyres and motorcyclists must take extra care.

PROJECT ENQUIRIES: iX Engineers – 076 393 1177

The George Municipality apologises for the inconvenience and appeals to road users to be patient and exercise caution during the project. Please look out for and adhere to temporary road signage and roadworks personnel.