The Importance of an Integrated Development Plan

Unlocking Progress: The Importance of an Integrated Development Plan South African municipalities are required to create an integrated development plan in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 32 of 2000). The...

What is an Integrated Development Plan?

In South Africa, an integrated development plan is a strategic planning document that municipalities are required to create in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 32 of 2000). The purpose of the integrated development plan is to...

Development Planning | Urban Development l Town Planners

Why Development Planning is Important for Urban Communities Development planning is the art of identifying priorities, resources and problems, and designing action plans to improve the current and future welfare of communities and the places they live. This includes...

Urban Development | Types of Urban Development Planning

Four Types of Urban Development Planning Explained If town planning is the tilling of the soil, urban development is planting the seedlings that ultimately grow into thriving communities. Situated in Pretoria, South Africa, our award-winning consultancy, The Practice...

Strategic Development Planning – Overcoming Challenges

Why Strategic Development Planning Is Necessary Strategic development planning is necessary for sustainable long-term development and project viability. Without such structures in place, most projects are doomed to failure and can cost developers (and in some cases,...

Urban Development – The Types of Urban Development

What are the Types of Urban Development Planning? Urban development planning entails the design of city areas to meet the economic, social, environmental, lifestyle, security, recreational, and health needs of a particular community within a specific geographical...