DHS INFO BOOKLET - 06 OCT
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Consolidation Subsidy
This subsidy enables households to consolidate multiple small plots into one larger plot for better housing development and improved living conditions.
- Who it is for
- households with fragmented land holdings in rural or peri-urban areas
- How to act on it
- Apply through the Department of Human Settlements or provincial offices for land consolidation support
- Closes
- Closing date not stated in the source
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Consolidation Subsidy
Enhanced People’s Housing Process (PHP)
An upgraded version of the traditional People’s Housing Process, this programme streamlines housing delivery for low-income households through faster approvals and simplified procedures.
- Who it is for
- low-income households applying for state-subsidised housing
- How to act on it
- Enrol through the Department of Human Settlements or local municipal offices to participate in the enhanced PHP
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Enhanced People’s Housing Process (PHP)
Emergency Housing
Temporary housing solutions provided during disasters or emergencies to protect displaced households until permanent housing can be arranged.
- Who it is for
- households displaced due to natural disasters or emergencies
- How to act on it
- Report to the Department of Human Settlements or local municipality to request emergency housing assistance
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Emergency Housing
Farm Residents Housing Assistance Programme
This programme provides housing support to farm workers and residents living on commercial farms, aiming to improve living conditions and access to basic services.
- Who it is for
- farm workers and residents on commercial farms
- How to act on it
- Register with the Department of Human Settlements or provincial offices for eligibility assessment
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Farm Residents Housing Assistance Programme
Title Deed: Proof of Ownership
A legal document issued to confirm ownership of a property, available through the Department of Human Settlements for beneficiaries of government housing programmes.
- Who it is for
- beneficiaries of government housing programmes who need formal proof of ownership
- How to act on it
- Apply through the Department of Human Settlements or provincial offices to obtain a title deed
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Title Deed: Proof of Ownership
Rural Subsidy: Communal Land Rights
This programme supports rural communities with communal land rights by providing housing subsidies for household development on communal land.
- Who it is for
- rural households with communal land rights seeking housing development
- How to act on it
- Register interest with the Department of Human Settlements or provincial department for rural housing support
- Closes
- Closing date not stated in the source
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Rural Subsidy: Communal Land Rights
Community Residential Units Programme (CRU)
The CRU provides housing units for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, disabled, and those affected by HIV/AIDS, delivered through community-based partnerships.
- Who it is for
- elderly, disabled, and people affected by HIV/AIDS in need of shelter
- How to act on it
- Apply through local community organisations or provincial human settlements offices
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Community Residential Units Programme (CRU)
National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC)
Provides financial instruments and support for housing finance, including loans and guarantees for low-income homebuyers.
- Who it is for
- low-income individuals and financial institutions offering housing loans
- How to act on it
- Apply for financing through NHFC-approved lenders or directly via NHFC
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National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC)
Community Scheme Ombud Service (CSOS)
An independent service that resolves disputes between homeowners and community schemes, ensuring fair governance and transparency.
- Who it is for
- members of community schemes experiencing governance or management conflicts
- How to act on it
- File a complaint directly with CSOS through the Department of Human Settlements or online portal
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Community Scheme Ombud Service (CSOS)
Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
Regulates property practitioners to ensure ethical conduct, professional standards, and consumer protection in property transactions.
- Who it is for
- property agents, estate agents, and property managers
- How to act on it
- Register with PPRA or report misconduct through their official channels
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Property Practioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
Housing Development Agency (HDA)
An agency that drives housing development through funding, project implementation, and strategic partnerships.
- Who it is for
- developers, municipalities, and partners involved in housing projects
- How to act on it
- Partner with HDA through formal applications or proposals submitted to the Department of Human Settlements
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Housing Development Agency (HDA)
Institutional Subsidy
This subsidy supports institutions such as schools, clinics, and shelters in constructing or upgrading facilities to serve vulnerable populations.
- Who it is for
- non-profit institutions, public service providers, and NGOs requiring facility upgrades
- How to act on it
- Submit an application to the Department of Human Settlements through provincial offices or the national call centre
- Closes
- Closing date not stated in the source
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Institutional Subsidy
Integrated Residential Development Programme (IRDP)
The IRDP provides for the phased development of new townships, starting with land acquisition and infrastructure servicing, followed by the construction of houses for subsidy-eligible beneficiaries. Non-qualifying residents and businesses may purchase serviced stands to build their own homes.
- Who it is for
- subsidy-eligible households, non-qualifying residents, and businesses interested in buying serviced stands
- How to act on it
- Contact the Department of Human Settlements via call centre or visit the official website to inquire about participation in IRDP projects in your area
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The Integrated Residential Development Programme provides for planning and development of integrated housing projects. Projects can be planned and developed in phases. The first phase entails planning and acquiring land on which a new township can be established. Serviced stands are then provided for residential and other uses. This ensures the creation of a sustainable integrated community. In the second phase, houses are then built for beneficiaries who qualify for a government housing subsidy and non-qualifying residents and businesses can buy sites to build their properties.
Social Housing
Social housing offers affordable rental housing options for low-income individuals and families who do not qualify for subsidies but still require support to access decent housing.
- Who it is for
- low-income individuals and families unable to qualify for subsidies but needing affordable housing
- How to act on it
- Contact the Department of Human Settlements or visit a provincial office to apply for social housing opportunities
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Social Housing
Informal Settlement Upgrading Programme (ISUP)
ISUP aims to upgrade informal settlements by improving infrastructure such as water, sanitation, electricity, and roads, while promoting community involvement and long-term sustainability.
- Who it is for
- residents of informal settlements across South Africa
- How to act on it
- Residents should engage with local municipal authorities or the Department of Human Settlements to register interest or report needs for upgrading
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The Cabinet of South Africa approved the Comprehensive Housing Plan (CHP) for the Development of Integrated Sustainable Human Settlements (Breaking New Ground [BNG]). The CHP is being implemented through informal settlement-upgrading pilot projects in ALL NINE PROVINCES.
National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC)
A regulatory body that registers and monitors home builders to ensure quality construction standards and consumer protection.
- Who it is for
- home builders, contractors, and developers seeking registration and compliance certification
- How to act on it
- Register with the NHBRC through their official website or office
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National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC)
Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA)
Regulates the delivery and management of social housing to ensure accountability, transparency, and quality in housing projects.
- Who it is for
- social housing providers, developers, and managers
- How to act on it
- Comply with SHRA regulations and register with the authority if operating in the social housing sector
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Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA)
First Home Finance
A financial product designed to assist first-time homebuyers in securing affordable financing for purchasing a home, often linked to government housing subsidies.
- Who it is for
- first-time homebuyers with limited financial means
- How to act on it
- Contact the National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) or authorised financial institutions to apply for First Home Finance
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First Home Finance
Breaking New Ground (BNG)
The BNG programme implements the Comprehensive Housing Plan through pilot projects in all nine provinces, focusing on phased area-based development, community participation, and integrating social and economic development into housing initiatives.
- Who it is for
- communities in all nine provinces participating in informal settlement-upgrading pilot projects
- How to act on it
- Inquire through the Department of Human Settlements call centre or provincial offices to find out if your community is part of a BNG pilot project
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The Cabinet of South Africa approved the Comprehensive Housing Plan (CHP) for the Development of Integrated Sustainable Human Settlements (Breaking New Ground [BNG]). The CHP is being implemented through informal settlement-upgrading pilot projects in ALL NINE PROVINCES. These projects provide for phased area-based development and emphasise community participation and social and economic development as an integral part of housing projects.
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Key Takeaways
- department: Department of Human Settlements (DHS)
- document title: DHS Info Booklet - 06 Oct
- sections: About Us, IRDP, BNG, ISUP, Social Housing, Institutional Subsidy, CRU, Rural Subsidy, Consolidation Subsidy, Enhanced PHP, First Home Finance, Farm Residents Housing Assistance Programme, Emergency Housing, Title Deed, CSOS, NHBRC, SHRA, HDA, NHFC, PPRA, Provincial Contacts
- IRDP process: Phase 1 land acquisition and servicing; Phase 2 housing for subsidy-eligible beneficiaries
- contact details: Govan Mbeki House, Pretoria; Call Centre 0800 1(HOUSE) 46873; Presidential Hotline 17737; Fraud & Corruption 0800 701 701
- legal context: housing as a basic human right under the 1996 Constitution
- key aims: sustainable human settlements and improved household life
- date: 06 October (year not specified)