eThekwini to build over 1,200 houses for flood victims
Over 1,200 houses are to be built at the Cornubia Housing Development Project to accommodate eThekwini flood victims.
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Over 1,200 houses are to be built to accommodate eThekwini flood victims, with 103 expected to be completed by March.
The initiative is part of the city's response to the humanitarian crisis caused by the recent natural disasters that left many residents displaced.
According to eThekwini Municipality 113 houses are currently under construction at the Cornubia Housing Development Project.
Mayor Cyril Xaba recently visited the housing development, where over 1,000 units are expected to be ready for occupation by June.
In addition to the permanent structures at Cornubia, the municipality is set to construct over 400 temporary residential units.
These will provide immediate relief for residents who are still residing in temporary emergency accommodation and transit camps as construction continues
“There is also a process underway to finalise the refurbishment of 500 units at Montclair Lodge. I am optimistic that by June this year, we will have more than 1 000 units available to accommodate people who are currently in temporary emergency accommodation,” said Xaba.
As construction advances, the municipality is prioritising the connection of essential services such as water, sanitation, and electricity to the new units.
Mayor Xaba said the housing project will significantly alleviate the challenges faced by residents displaced by floods.
The broader Cornubia Housing Project aims to cater to various categories of beneficiaries, including social housing for rental, RDP houses, and first home finance subsidy beneficiaries.
The total projected yield of the Cornubia Project is 25 000 units.