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BEHUISINGSTOEKENINGSBELEID

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Source domain: bergmun.org.za

Collected on 5 August 2026

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What this means

This document is the formal housing allocation policy of the Bergrivier Local Municipality, approved on 25 November 2014. It establishes revised quotas for housing allocations for farm dwellers and elderly persons over 60 years old, and commits the municipality to investigating the feasibility of creating Agri-Villages. The policy applies to residents in Piketberg, Velddrif, and Porterville.

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feasibility study opportunityOngoing

Feasibility study for Agri-Villages

The Bergrivier Local Municipality has committed to investigating the possibility of establishing Agri-Villages to support rural communities.

Who it is for
interested parties in rural communities, including farm owners and local stakeholders
How to act on it
Participate in or submit input for the study through the municipality’s planning and development office.
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Dat die moontlikheid van Agri-Villages in diepte ondersoek word.
feasibility study opportunityOngoing

Investigation into Agri-Villages

The municipality has initiated an investigation into the feasibility of establishing Agri-Villages, which could provide housing and support for farm communities.

Who it is for
interested parties in farming communities within the municipality
How to act on it
Participate in or submit input during the municipal review process on Agri-Villages.
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Dat die moontlikheid van Agri-Villages in diepte ondersoek word.
feasibility study opportunityOngoing

Investigation into Agri-Villages Development

The municipality has decided to investigate the feasibility of establishing Agri-Villages. This is an opportunity for stakeholders, developers, or community groups to participate in or influence the study.

Who it is for
stakeholders, developers, community groups interested in Agri-Villages
How to act on it
Engage with the municipality’s planning and development department to express interest or contribute to the investigation.
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Dat die moontlikheid van Agri-Villages in diepte ondersoek word
housing allocation opportunityOngoing

Housing allocation for farm dwellers

Farm dwellers in the Bergrivier Local Municipality are eligible to apply for housing under the revised allocation policy that sets specific quotas for this group.

Who it is for
farm dwellers in Velddrif and Porterville
How to act on it
Apply through the Bergrivier Local Municipality's housing department based on eligibility criteria set out in the policy.
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Dat die gewysigde beleid met betrekking tot die kwotas vir plaasbewoners en huishoudings vir bejaardes ouer as 60 jaar soos voorgelê, goedgekeur word;
housing allocation opportunityOngoing

Housing allocation for persons over 60 years old

Households with individuals aged over 60 years are entitled to housing under the updated allocation policy, which includes specific quotas for this demographic.

Who it is for
households with persons over 60 years old in Piketberg, Velddrif, and Porterville
How to act on it
Apply through the Bergrivier Local Municipality's housing department using the updated policy guidelines.
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Dat die gewysigde beleid met betrekking tot die kwotas vir plaasbewoners en huishoudings vir bejaardes ouer as 60 jaar soos voorgelê, goedgekeur word;

Facts

Reference

RVN017/11/2014

Key Takeaways

  • RVN017/11/2014
  • 25 NOVEMBER 2014
  • Piketberg
  • Velddrif
  • Porterville
  • Agri-Villages
  • persons over 60 years old
  • farm dwellers
  • housing allocation
  • revised quotas
  • Bergrivier Local Municipality
  • Raadsheer De Vries
  • Raadslid Smit
  • DIREKTEUR TEGNIESE DIENSTE
  • BESTUURDER: BEPLANNING EN ONTWIKKELING
  • Department of Social Development