Question NW3490 to the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure
04 January 2024 - NW3490
Sarupen, Mr AN to ask the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure
(1)Whether his department is aware of the illegal dumping taking place on Farm Portion R/7 of Groen Kloof 358-JR in the City of Tshwane, especially along the portion close to the Gautrain railway line and N14 road; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what steps is his department taking to prevent this illegal dumping; (2) what plans does his department have for the use of this land; (3) considering the location of this land, surrounding amenities and the lack of housing opportunities in the City of Tshwane, whether his department intends using this land for human settlement; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure:
I have been informed by the Department that:
1. Remainder of Portion 7 of Farm Groenkloof 358-JR has been allocated to the Department of Defence (DOD) for Utilization. The property in question is subject to the Endowment Act No. 33 of 1922.
2. Remainder of Portion 7 of Farm Groenkloof 358-JR is subject to the Endowment Act No. 33 of 1922. The property can be used exclusively for the benefit of the Defence force organizations and establishments.
3. Remainder of Portion 7 of Farm Groenkloof 358-JR is subject to the Endowment Act No. 33 of 1922. The property can be used exclusively for the benefit of the Defence force organizations and establishments.