Permits

The proposed alterations and additions will turn the existing Powerhouse building into a functional Museum for Palaentological and Archaeological finds from the Taung Skull World Heritage Site. The Powerhouse forms one part of a series of buildings that together will form the Taung Skull World Heritage Site. The aim of the alterations and additions is to preserve the existing building and restore it to its original state as far as possible while still complying with regulations for safety and comfort. Minimal additions in the form of ablutions, offices and displays are proposed to make the building fully functional.(PJ Labuschagne; 2017)

The following drawings were adjudicated by the Built Environment Unit: 

Site Development PlanTAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH00
Client Signed Ground & Lower Level Floor Plans: TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH01
Client 1st Floor & Ground Floor Plan: TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH02
Client Signed Elevations TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH03
Client Signed Section a-a TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH04
Client Signed Section b-b TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH05
Client Signed Section c-c TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH06
Window & Door Schedule TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH07
Door Schedule TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH08
Shopfront Schedule TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH09
Shopfront Schedule TAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH10
Electrical & Fire PlanTAUNG - 42017 - ARC - PH11

Decision:

From the overall submission and supporting documentation, SAHRA gives consent for the construction and alterations to the existing Powerhouse building into a functional Museum for Palaentological and Archaeological finds provided that all conditions of the permit conditions are duly followed and all heritage related principles are adhered to according to the ambit of the National Heritage Resources Agency Act No. 25 of 1999. Should you have any further enquiries concerning said permit please do not hesitate to contact the office of the Built Environment Unit: Mr Gcobani Sipoyo at gsipoyo@sahra.org.za & Ben Mwasinga at bmwasing@sahra.org.za and the office of Archaeology, Palaeontology & Meteorites Unit Manager: Mr Philip Hine at phine@sahra.org.za.

This permit is issued to Applicant: Bakopane Architects: Paul Johannes Labuschagne for consent for the construction and alterations to the existing Powerhouse building into a functional Museum for Palaentological and Archaeological finds the within the Taung Skull World Heritage Site Precinct.

 

 

 

 

Conditions:

1. If Bakopane Architects: Paul Johannes Labuschagneis not to be present on the site at all times then SAHRA must be provided with the names and qualifications of the authorised representatives.

2. The activities will consist of:

• All relevant excavations and preparation of site for construction

• Removal and disposal of all waste material related to construction

• The building of the structure and making good according to documentation

 

3. All waste material and left over equipment will be removed from the site once the construction has been completed, and the site will be left in the manner it was found (save for the new action).

4. The landowner must be consulted before any intervention and (permit holder) or a representative of the landowner should be on site on the first day of the action).

5. It is understood that theBakopane Architects: Paul Johannes Labuschagne will photograph the affected area prior to the construction and again after the construction has been completed.adn submitted to SAHRA with as built drawings highlighting any revisions.

6. A final report on the results of the activities in the form of a closing report should be submitted to SAHRA by no later than 30 days after final completion of works by contractor on site.  

7. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to obtain permission from the landowner for each visit, and to ensuring that she has an understanding with the landowner concerning: the number of visitors and workers; speed limits on access roads; possible prohibitions on off-road driving; size, type and number of vehicles permitted; possible prohibitions on trespassing beyond the site; disturbing fauna, flora or substrate; appropriate hours of visiting and working on the site; use of firewood, electricity and water; lighting fires and the prevention of uncontrolled fires and any fencing necessary to protect livestock. Conditions of access imposed by the landowner must be observed.

8. SAHRA shall not be liable for any losses, damages or injuries to persons or properties as a result of any activities in connection with this permit.

9. SAHRA reserves the right to cancel this permit by notice to the permit holder.

10. This permit is subject to a general appeal and may be suspended should an appeal against the decisions be received by SAHRA within 14 days from the date of the permit. SAHRA may not be held responsible for any costs or losses incurred in the event of the suspension or retraction of this permit.