Town Planning
Building plan approval, zoning, rezoning and the Town Planning Scheme.
What the department does
The Town Planning Department guides development in Ezulwini under the Town Planning Act, 1961, the Building Act, 1968 and the Ezulwini Town Planning Scheme.
Services offered
- Building plan submission
- Assessment and approval of plans for new buildings, additions and alterations.
- Zoning certificates
- Confirmation of the zoning of a property and permitted land uses.
- Rezoning applications
- Applications to change the zoning of land, including public advertisement and objection periods.
- Town Planning Scheme documents
- The scheme, zoning maps and development controls are available in Publications.
How to apply or request a service
- Submit three sets of plans signed by a registered architect or draughtsperson at the Planning counter.
- Pay the plan fee at the cash office and attach the receipt.
- Plans are circulated to Engineering, Public Health and Fire for comment.
Required documents
- Three sets of plans (A1 or A2)
- Copy of title deed
- Rates clearance
- Site plan showing building lines
- Structural engineer's certificate where required
Fees
| Item | Fee (2026/27) |
|---|---|
| Building plan fee (per m² of floor area) | E 12.50 |
| Minimum plan fee | E 1,250.00 |
| Zoning certificate | E 300.00 |
| Rezoning application | E 4,500.00 |
Turnaround times
- Domestic plans
- 30 days
- Commercial plans
- 45 days
- Rezoning
- Approximately 4 months, including advertisement
Contact person
Mr Mandla J. Simelane
Town Planner
First floor, Civic Offices
Telephone: +268 2404 1150
Email: eztc@realnet.co.sz