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A new policy compels private developers to set aside 30% of housing units for low-income households when building developments of more than 20 residences, regardless of where they are in the city, according to Reuben Masango, member of the mayoral committee for development planning in the City of Johannesburg.
These units are to be set aside for low-income households earning at least R7,000 a month with a rent cap of R2,100 — roughly 30% of household income, including levies, but excluding utility bills.
Masango says this will offer affordable housing in the city and ensure that low-income households are able to stay closer to work and schools.
Furthermore, the policy also allows for “proportional bonuses” in development controls, reductions in parking requirements and bulk infrastructure contributions as well as rates rebates for inclusionary units as incentives to developers.
The housing policy comes after a revised first draft that mandated 20% of housing development be set aside for inclusionary housing. The City had registered disapproval from both the private sector and civil society during the public comments.
Spatial Planning: The City of Johannesburg takes a cautious step towards inclusionary housing
And it still isn't enough.
These units are to be set aside for low-income households earning at least R7,000 a month with a rent cap of R2,100 — roughly 30% of household income, including levies, but excluding utility bills.
Masango says this will offer affordable housing in the city and ensure that low-income households are able to stay closer to work and schools.
Furthermore, the policy also allows for “proportional bonuses” in development controls, reductions in parking requirements and bulk infrastructure contributions as well as rates rebates for inclusionary units as incentives to developers.
The housing policy comes after a revised first draft that mandated 20% of housing development be set aside for inclusionary housing. The City had registered disapproval from both the private sector and civil society during the public comments.
Spatial Planning: The City of Johannesburg takes a cautious step towards inclusionary housing
And it still isn't enough.
