Permit - 355055

Thank you for submitting your application for the Castle of Good Hope Fence, Cape Town as part of emergency protection and preservation of the national heritage site in accordance with Section 27(18) of the National Heritage Resources Act, No. 25 of 1999. The purpose is to provide adequate security measures and protection of the castle periphery and its surrounding buildings. The proposed activity aligns with the statutory provisions intended to protect and conserve South Africa's national heritage resources.

The following supporting documents were reviewed in assessing this application:

Images 

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Application documents

• RM Ph2-75_Boundary Fence_2.pdf
• RM Ph2-78_New gate for lion gate_0.pdf
• RM Ph2-79_New gate for parking area_0.pdf

Additional Documents

• View uploaded file ANNEX 1 CCB MINUTES OF 28 JULY 2017.docx
• View uploaded file Minute 24 Apr 2024 CCB meeting.docx
• View uploaded file Appendix 2 CASTLE GUARD REPORT 2014.doc

The permit is granted on the condition that a site inspection is conducted prior to the commencement of any construction activities. This inspection is necessary to ascertain the precise points of contact on the built fabric and to establish methods to mitigate any potential impact on the heritage building and its surroundings.

Conditions:

1. If Mr. Calyn Gilfellan Castle CEO on behalf of the Castle Control Board is present on site then SAHRA must be provided with the names and qualifications of the authorized representatives.

2. The activities will consist of: • All relevant excavations and preparation of the site for construction • Removal and disposal of all waste material related to construction • The building of the structure and making good according to documentation.

3. All waste material and leftover equipment will be removed from the site once the construction has been completed, and the site will be left in the manner it was found (save for the new action).

4. The landowner must be consulted before any intervention and (permit holder) or a representative of the landowner should be on site on the first day of the action).

5. It is understood that Mr. Calyn Gilfellan Castle CEO on behalf of the Castle Control Board will photograph the affected area prior to the construction and again after the construction has been completed and submitted to SAHRA as built drawings highlighting any revisions.

6. A final report on the results of the activities in the form of a closing report should be submitted to SAHRA by no later than 30 days after the final completion of works by a contractor on site.

7. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to obtain permission from the landowner for each visit, and to ensuring that she/he has an understanding with the landowner concerning: the number of visitors and workers; speed limits on access roads; possible prohibitions on off-road driving; size, type and number of vehicles permitted; possible prohibitions on trespassing beyond the site; disturbing fauna, flora or substrate; appropriate hours of visiting and working on the site; use of firewood, electricity and water; lighting fires and the prevention of uncontrolled fires and any fencing necessary to protect livestock. Conditions of access imposed by the landowner must be observed.

8. SAHRA shall not be liable for any losses, damages or injuries to persons or properties because of any activities in connection with this permit. 

9. SAHRA reserves the right to cancel this permit by notice to the permit holder.

10. This permit is subject to a general appeal and may be suspended should an appeal against the decisions be received by SAHRA within 14 days from the date of the permit. SAHRA may not be held responsible for any costs or losses incurred in the event of the suspension or retraction of this permit.