The City of Cape Town has formulated a new strategy and by-law to deal with 'problem properties' – and there's just under a few days left for residents to offer comment. The comment period closes on Monday 7 December 2009. The new strategy and Problem Building By-law will help the City identify, control and manage dilapidated and problem buildings. Problem buildings are properties that contravene national building regulations; are overcrowded or in a deplorable state; are the subject of … [Read more...]