Calling for comments on the Western Cape Land Use Planning Bill, 2023
Invitation for Public Comment: Draft Environmental Management Framework for Mossel Bay Municipality
Minister Bredell said the Biodiversity Act, which was signed into law earlier in November 2021 and which will come into effect in a phased manner.
- Draft Western Cape Land Use Planning Bill, 2023
- Coastal Management Programme 2022-2027
- Invitation for Public Comment: Draft EMF
- Commencement of the Western Cape Biodiversity Act, 2021
Welcome to the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.
Our mandate is to enable a resilient, sustainable, quality and inclusive living environment for all.
We’re committed to improving urban and rural areas through enhanced management of land, an enhanced climate change plan,
and better living conditions for all.
See more about what we do by clicking on one of the Chief Directorates below:
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Berg River Improvement Plan (BRIP)
A partnership programme aimed at improving the water quality of the Berg River.

RSEP/VPUU
Improving the quality of life through urban, social and spatial upgrading.

CapeNature
CapeNature is responsible for biodiversity conservation in the Western Cape.
