When do I need a building permit in South Africa?
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Extend existing lounge and dining room to a new entertainment room (to be built). New entertainment room to overlook garden on one side and swimming pool on the other, therefore two sliding door entrances required on opposite sides of room. Loft in roof of house for a study and storage with retractable / foldable ladder. Existing entertainment room (outside main bedroom) to be divided to increase size of main bedroom. 1 bedroom cottage (2.4 x 3m) to built behind house.
The intention is to go up 2 levels on an existing house (Zoning GR 2), creating additional 3x 3 bedroomed self catering apartments , also register sectional title (For possibly selling 3 apartments after 5 years). Maximum utilisation of views required, roof overhangs to serve as veranda/decking/flooring protection, solar electricity solution to provide 10-15kva/hr, possibly grid connected or alternatively, island solution.. Access to 2nd-4th floor is problematic, possibly an elevator system to cater for disabled guests.
I would like to do a small renovation to my home, I am uncertain at this point if I should build a granny flat or add on an additional bedroom and bathroom to my house for my elderly parent. I would also like to enclose my current undercover braai area and incorporate a laundry into my garage. I don't get much sun in the front of my house so I would like advice on making basic changes to incorporate more sun.
I have a pergola connected to my lounge , the pergola is close off with double brick 1M high walls and I would like to build the walls up and extend the roof of my lounge to cover the new room , the pergola is the size of a double garage +- 36 Squares , I would then like to erect a car port in front of my double garage which would also be about 36 squares and then a braai and a pizza oven
Hi, we are looking at doing renovations in our new home and need an estimate of what it would cost to draw up new plans. We have an extended facility with the bank and they require plans, even if all structural changes are internal. We have a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom and 1.5 living rooms. A single garage etc. I have attached our current house plans. We are planning on knocking out the kitchen wall to open up the area into an open plan. We also want to knock out the wall between the dining room and steps leading down to the living room. We have already received confirmation that none of the walls are bearing walls. Please advise what the estimate cost would be to draw up new plans. Thank you,
I would like a design, with at least 3 options, for a complete makeover to: - Kitchen - Lounge - Bathroom - x2 Bedrooms The apartment is in Greenways, Strand - sea side environment. The recommended material must therefore be fit for the the natural impact that the sea has on homes that is close to the beach, i.e. rust, corrosion and mildew. My wish and expectations is to have an apartment that stands out from the rest in its dimensional (size) category.
Remodel and redesign current house interior = current house size m² (Erf size = m²) - 4 bedrooms - 4 bathrooms (to be totally redesigned and 1 to be extended by 6m²) - TV Room (redesign) - Dining Room (redesign) - Lounge - kitchen total replacement - floors to be replaced - ceilings to be replaced - carpeting/tiles/laminated - walkway decking - covered patio/braai area - windows and stack/sliding doors To Add - upstairs extension = size 50m² + staircase + Guest toilet
I had a double garage which I need to convert into a 2 bedroom flat. bottom section about 35 squares and the bedrooms must both be upstairs. Downstairs a open plan kitchen, and a shower with toilet and basin. I also need to include 2 Wendy houses and a area that was enclosed by the previous owner without a plan. My pool also collapsed and I want to build a brick/cement pool which will be smaller than the original.
I have just recently bought a house (will move in by December) so now i need some decor ideas for interior and also exterior. I need the assistance of a professional person that will give me and my wife some excellent ideas as to the decor of our house. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom, living room, small deck area outside and kitchen. The whole house.
Renting a 2-bedroom townhouse from 1 December, will be occupying the property from 1 January. Looking for a budget-friendly interior design based on European style elements as well as a tropical French theme for living room area. Photos of style influences will be provided. Small garden at the back needs styling too.