Tribunal overturns Heritage Western Cape's decision to allow development at the Earl Street site
An independent tribunal last week overturned a Heritage Western Cape decision to allow social housing to be developed at the Earl Street site in Woodstock.The City says it is now considering its options.
The residents who brought the case to the tribunal welcomed the decision in a statement. They said their position was supported by other residents of Woodstock, who did not formally take part in the tribunal process but"wish to preserve the bowling green as a public utility", said Cathleen Powell. "We look forward to engaging with the City on how the already approved social housing plans can be realised and how the bowling green site can be reclaimed for the community, in line with its heritage significance."
"There are no further appeals available, the only further avenue is to approach the High Court to review the decision. As such a review has financial implications, HWC must consider the prospects of success carefully before taking such an action. The City of Cape Town would likewise have to consider its options," he said.
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