Backyard rentals gain ground: HSRC research helps shape Cape Town housing by-law reform

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Scheba, A. & Turok, I. (2025) Backyard rentals gain ground: HSRC research helps shape Cape Town housing by-law reform. HSRC Review. 22(3):3-5.

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Abstract:
On 26 June 2025, Cape Town City Council approved important changes to its Municipal Planning By-law in support of small-scale rental housing. This regulatory reform marks a significant step forward for this housing sector, which delivers more affordable rental accommodation in cities than the public and conventional private sectors combined. HSRC researchers have contributed to this policy change through years of research and engagement.
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02 Oct 2025
 
INFORMAL RENTAL HOUSING
CITY OF CAPE TOWN
SMALL SCALE RENTAL HOUSING
HOUSING
 
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