MILLVIEW DEVELOPMENT SPARKS OUTRAGE

Plan going ahead despite opposition

- GENEVIEVE SERRA

MILNERTON residents are outraged that the Millview development on Erf 38599 in Table View is proceeding despite widespread opposition, citing increased traffic, environmental risks, and strained services.

They claimed the project would contribute R5.9 million in development fees.

According to the City, the development consists of 377 flats not exceeding 100m², nine group houses and 16 Single Residential 1 erven, spanning over nearly four years ago's approval. Community group Cape of Good Hope NPC spokesperson Des Palm accused the City of Cape Town of ignoring formal petitions and objections.

Residents also noted that units are being marketed and sold (starting at R1 950 000) for the 377-flat, 9-group house, and 16-single residential unit project, yet they are unaware of approved building plans. City of Cape Town Spokesperson, Luthando Tyhalibongo, confirmed the rezoning and subdivision was approved by the Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) on 5 July 2022, following two rounds of public participation and 153 objections.