Development Facilitation Act (No. 67).pdf

Summary

The document outlines the Development Facilitation Act, 1995, a South African legislative measure designed to expedite reconstruction and development initiatives concerning land. It establishes a Development and Planning Commission to advise on land development policies and laws, alongside provincial development tribunals empowered to resolve conflicts and make decisions on land development projects. The Act standardises procedures for land subdivision and development, promoting the swift provision of land for various needs and aiming to secure tenure while making end-user finance accessible early in the process. Additionally, it details provisions for land development objectives, different land development procedures (including those for small-scale farming), and land tenure matters, such as the concept of initial ownership, alongside amendments to related laws.