How to report illegal structures?

1. Call: 021 483 0669 (Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays), 7am to 4pm)
2. Email: [email protected].
3. Visit: www.westerncape.gov.za/police-ombudsman/
4. Physical Address: 6th Floor, 80 St. Georges Mall, Waldorf Building, Cape Town.

How do you know if an unauthorized building works?

How to identify UBWs?

1. Get a copy of building records. Owners may visit the Building Information Centre and order a One Stop Copy of building records (including the approved plans and minor works records) of your premises.
2. Compare your premises against the building records.
3. Seek for professional advice.

What are unauthorized building works?

Any additions or alterations to buildings without the prior approval of the Buildings Department or not following the simplified procedures under the Minor Works Control System are regarded as Unauthorised Building Works (UBWs).

Is Rooftopping illegal HK?

Unauthorised building works include shelters or dwellings built on rooftops or enclosed balconies and carried out without the prior approval and consent of the Building Authority. Landlords who knowingly build or leave unauthorised work on their rooftop are taking serious risks which could endanger people’s lives.

What is illegal building structure?

Illegal construction (also known as illegal building or illegal housing) is construction work (or the result of such) without a valid construction permit. Even construction works with apparently valid permits can be a result of bribery.

What happens if you build without plans?

At best, the absence of approved plans may cause the municipality to refuse plans for any future renovations by the Purchaser. At worst, the municipality could make a finding that the illegally erected structure must be demolished.

What happens if I don’t notify building control?

The Local Authority has to see that building work complies with the Regulations. If the work does not comply, you may be asked to alter or remove it. If you fail to do this, the Local Authority may serve a notice requiring you do so within 28 days, and you will be liable for the costs.

What is NTEH?

NTEH generally refer to those village houses situated in the New Territories which by virtue of the Buildings Ordinance (Application to the New Territories) Ordinance (BO(ATNT)O) are exempted from certain provisions of the Buildings Ordinance (BO) and its subsidiary regulations, including the need for obtaining prior …

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Is there private property in Hong Kong?

29.1\% of the Hong Kong population lives in public rental housing estates. Private housing estates are a common form of private permanent housing. Hong Kong Parkview, located at Wong Nai Chung Gap is among the ones at the top of the market. Traditional housing can be found in the New Territories.

What is considered an illegal structure?

What is an illegal structure? According to the Buildings Ordinance, all building works, including alterations and additions carried out on private premises, must have been approved by the Buildings Department. Therefore, all building works made without approval are considered as unauthorised structures or works.

Is it illegal to add to a house in Hong Kong?

The current owner of the house in Hong Lok Yuen knows the additions – which came with the HK$20 million property (US$2.56 million) – are illegal but maintains that they are justified. “Who doesn’t want to live in a bigger house?” the owner said, speaking on condition of anonymity.

What is an unauthorised structure or work?

Therefore, all building works made without approval are considered as unauthorised structures or works. Before purchasing a home, how can I determine if it contains illegal structures?

Is Hong Kong’s property market too high?

“In Hong Kong, the land and property prices are way too high and every extra 10 to 20 square feet means one more bedroom, so flat owners will naturally try to enclose their balconies or build rooftop sheds when they can,” he said. By keeping quiet, owners would not have to pay the government for extra square footage.