1. All building plans must be approved by the Local Council (At present Kungwini Local Authority - Bronkhorstspruit)
2. Builders are subject to the rules and guidelines of the NHBRC (National Home Builders Regulatory Council - Randburg) It is advisable that your builder should be registered at the NHBRC as an accredited NHBRC builder. (This is mandatory if you are building with a building bond from a bank)
3. Some areas in Rietvlei View are designated Dolomite areas. This means that a geological report must be done prior to any construction taking place. The geological report lays down regulations in terms of foundations designs, water and waste water management. The lack of a geological report could lead to potential sinkhole formation and subsequent loss of property and in severe cases loss of life. However, through proper planning and the use of some design techniques houses can be built in Dolomite areas without much concern.
4. An enrolment certificate is required by your bank if you are building with a Building bond. This is acquired at the offices of the NHBRC. (See NHBRC)
5. A building inspector must sign off various stages of the construction process. This is arranged at least 2 days prior to actual inspection. (No owner shall construct any foundation until the trenches or excavations have been inspected and approved by the local authority.)
6.Inspections required:
•Foundation
•Floor level
•Damp course
•Roof constructed
•Open drain
•Completed drainage
•Final Inspection (Occupancy certificate)
7. No erection of a building may start prior to toilet and water connections on the building site.
8. Chemical toilets are required. No pit or "long drop" toilets are allowed
9. No unnecessary damming of water.
10. Pollution of natural environment (smoke, spillage, littering, and noise) should be prevented as far as possible.