Heritage Cases

Since the applicant/ developer is the land owner, it is only feasible that the proposed development occurs within the boundaries of the property. The project entails the demolishing and re-building of a residential dwelling situated at 18 Eastmoor Crescent, La Lucia. La Lucia is a suburb in Umhlanga Rocks within the eThekwini Municipality. The population within the Umhlanga suburb ranges from permanent residents, retired persons, hotels and holiday houses. The need and desirability of the project is mostly personal to the developer since it is to serve as his private residence. However, there are socio-economic aspects linked to development and growth within the area. Any additional investors in the area, be it holiday makers or retired people, will be attracted by ongoing growth and development of the properties and the general municipal income is thus bound to increase. The new development is expected to increase property values of the local neighborhood. Local labour for the semi and un-skilled aspects of construction will be acquired during the construction phase, creating jobs for people in the vicinity of the project. Procurement of local construction material and other goods and services would be required, thus, supporting local businesses. During the operational phase, the inhabitants of the house will make use of local labour, local supermarkets, small shops and other businesses, thus supporting and boosting the local economy.