Director Planning and Community Services

The Planning and Community Services Directorate plays a pivotal role in shaping sustainable communities, enhancing quality of life, and supporting the long-term development objectives of the municipality. Through an integrated approach to planning, community development, and regulatory services, the Directorate strives to create safe, inclusive, resilient, and economically vibrant communities.

The Directorate is responsible for a broad range of services that directly impact residents, businesses, and visitors. These include Library Services, Public Safety, Integrated Human Settlements, Land Use Planning, Building Control, and Socio-Economic Development.

Library Services promote literacy, lifelong learning, digital inclusion, and access to information through a network of public libraries that serve as important community hubs for education, research, and cultural enrichment.

Public Safety Services contribute to the protection of lives and property through the enforcement of municipal by-laws, traffic management, disaster risk support, and initiatives aimed at creating safer communities for all residents and visitors.

Integrated Human Settlements focuses on facilitating access to sustainable housing opportunities and supporting the development of well-planned, inclusive neighbourhoods where residents can access essential services, social amenities, and economic opportunities.

Land Use Planning ensures orderly and sustainable spatial development by guiding growth, managing land use applications, and implementing planning policies that balance environmental protection, economic development, and community needs.

Building Control Services regulate building activities within the municipality to ensure compliance with national building regulations and municipal standards, promoting safe, healthy, and structurally sound built environments.

Socio-Economic Development drives initiatives that stimulate local economic growth, support entrepreneurship, facilitate investment, promote tourism opportunities, and enhance social development programmes aimed at improving the well-being of communities.

Through these interconnected functions, the Planning and Community Services Directorate supports the municipality’s vision of creating sustainable, prosperous, and inclusive communities where residents can live, work, learn, and thrive. The Directorate remains committed to responsive service delivery, effective governance, and meaningful stakeholder engagement to address current needs while planning for future generations.