Silverton community demand halt to construction of backyard dwellings

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Silverton community demand halt to construction of backyard dwellings
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Ratepayers in Silverton are up in arms more than 25 illegal low-cost backroom units constructed on Graniet Street.

An alleged construction mafia, which apparently had built low-cost backyard rooms in Meyerspark, Mamelodi and Eersterust, allegedly approached the property owners and proposed to build the dwellings to share in the rental profits.

The residents said the blatant violation of zoning regulations is not only an aesthetic concern, but a safety and health hazard, placing a burden on the community. He said construction continued, even after the memorandum of demands was submitted to the property owner. Möller said they approached the property owners and had a discussion with them. She said the owners said hey are overwhelmed with what is happening.

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