In South Africa, town planners have a significant role in transforming our spatial landscape by addressing historical inequalities, improving access to opportunities, and guiding development in a way that benefits both people and the environment.
The Constitutional Court ruling on the Tafelberg site in Sea Point was not just about one property.
This is according to Finella Botes, high-value property consultant at Seeff Atlantic Seaboard, who said it could shape conversations around development and housing in Cape Town for years to come.
“Property markets don't exist in isolation. Planning decisions, infrastructure, housing policy and development all play a role in shaping the long-term value of an area.
"This is one of those decisions that is likely to influence conversations far beyond the Tafelberg site itself. It will be interesting to see what happens next,” Botes said.
