Case Decision - 187133

In terms of archaeological heritage resources, the SAHRA Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites (APM) Unit supports the recommendations of the authors that all of the historical kerbing and paving must be retained or replaced in situ and that the paved water furrows and tram lines must be identified and retained. Where not feasible an application for demolition must be made to the responsible heritage authorities and that an archaeologist supervise excavations as necessary. Should any evidence of archaeological sites or remains, unmarked human burials, fossils or other categories of heritage resources be found during the proposed activities, the SAHRA APM Unit (021 4624502) must be alerted immediately, and a professional archaeologist or palaeontologist, depending on the nature of the finds, must be contacted as soon as possible to inspect the findings. If the newly discovered heritage resources prove to be of archaeological or palaeontological significance, a Phase 2 rescue operation might be necessary.
Please note that where the project will affect Built Environment heritage, comments and approvals must be obtained from the Gauteng Provincial Heritage Resources Authority.