The Gauteng Department of Housing has launched a new database that is expected to fast track delivery in the province and help more South Africans benefit from the government’s housing programme.
The new housing registration system will replace the ‘waiting list system’ and will include the government’s new housing assistance categories for those in need and earning between R3 500 – R7 000 per month. Previously only those earning below R3500 qualified for free RDP houses.
Speaking at the Sebokeng launch of the database, Housing MEC Nomvula Mokonyane urged all aspiring homeowners to register their details on the system.
“The Demand Database will be used as a planning tool for housing development in the province and this will assist us to deliver the right products to the right people, based on need, choice and affordability,” said the MEC.
Those earning between R3500 – R7000 can qualify for a range of government subsidies. These include individual subsidies as well as relocation and rental assistance.
A similar housing project is currently in its final planning stages in Cape Town. More than 2500 housing units will be built in places like Wallacedene, Maitland, Thornton and Elsies River and will also target the middle income market.
For more information about the Gauteng Housing Demand Database contact 080 00 HOUSE / 080 00 46873 or visit your local housing municipality.
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