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ILP510S - INTRO TO LAND USE PLANNING and MAN - 1ST OPP - JUNE 2022

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nAm I BIA un IVE RSITY

OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHnOLOGY

FACULTYOF ENGINEERINGAND SPATIALSCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND SPATIAL SCIENCES

QUALIFICATION:

Diploma in Property Studies

Bachelor of Property Studies

Bachelor of Land Administration

Diploma in Geomatics

Bachelor of Geomatics

Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology

Bachelor of Town and Regional Planning

Bachelor of Regional and Rural Development

QUALIFICATION CODE:

06DPRS

08BPRS

07BLAM

06DGEO

07BGEO

07BGEI

07BTAR

07BRAR

LEVEL: 5

COURSE CODE: ILP510S

DATE: June 2022

DURATION: 3 hours

COURSE NAME: Introduction to Land Use Planning and

Management

PAPER: Theory

MARKS: 100

FIRSTOPPORTUNITYEXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER

EXAMINER(S) N Korrubel, Contact Details: (061} 207 2570, nkorrubel@nust.na

MODERATOR: C Tjipetekera, Contact Details: (061} 207 2163, tjipetekera@nust.na

INSTRUCTIONS

1. The model answers are used as guidelines only.

2. The information presented by the students will be evaluated on merit.

THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF 12 PAGES (Including this front page)

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Question 1

State whether the following statement is true or false. If your answer is "false", please provide the

correct answer as well. Each answer counts 2 marks.

(20]

a) The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has the role to coordinate and spearhead the

decentralisation process, which entails the transferring of powers to various ministerial

offices in the regions.

b) An additional public interest element pays attention to planning decisions which have been

based on the prevention of bankruptcy. For example, application for the development of a

specific business activity in close proximity to a number of similar existing ones may be

refused on the grounds that it has a high risk of commercial failure.

c) A policy is a statement of a set of principles or a course of action adopted by government.

Policies state what government intends to do to address certain issues or problems but they

are not binding.

d) The Lands Tribunal advise the President on the control and use of communal land, and on

other matters refered to it by the President, in terms of the Council of Traditional Leaders

Act.

e) The principle "the reduction, re-use and recycling of waste must be promoted" is included in

the Environmental Protection Act.

f) The Flexible Land Tenure Act allows for a certain property registration system, namely the

professional interchangeable property registration system.

g) The public interest element "protection of agricultural land" refers to the fact that

sustainable food production requires both a sufficient base of agricultural land and

agricultural practices that do not degrade the land, in other words farmland preservation.

h) The administrative center (seat) of a specific region is indicated in Article 102 and 103 of the

Namibian Constitution.

i) The content of intra-regional planning varies from region to region.

j) Article 16 of the Namibian Constitution stipulates that all persons shall have the right to buy

property, provided that parliament may through legislation regulate the right to buy

property by non-Namibians.

(20]

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Question 2

Complete the following definition of "town planning" by John Ratcliffe. Write your answers in the

answering script next to the appropriate number, for example (a) Answer, (b) Answer etc. Each

answer counts 1 mark.

(3)

Town planning is "the art and science of _(a)_

and _(b)_

and _(c)_

the maximum practicable degree of economy convenience and beauty.

so as to secure

[3]

Question 3

Identify whether the descriptions included in the table is that of Inter-Regional Planning or Intra-

Regional planning.

(4)

Description

A The prime aim of this type of planning is obviously more economic in nature relating to the

achievement of a satisfactory relationship between people and jobs.

B This type of planning focus on the allocation of resources between the sub-regions of the

region and between various policy fields, for example transport and economic

development.

C This type of planning's aim is to achieve a satisfactory relationship between people, jobs

and the environment.

D This type of planning has developed largely as a response to the problems of economic

imbalance between regions resulting from the changing locational preferences of industry.

[4]

Question 4

The degree of importance or consideration given to each of the four categories of planning

depends upon the level of planning. Read through the included scenario and answer the following

questions.

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) has requested the Ministry of Urban

and Rural Development to instruct the various sub-national authorities of the northern regions of

Namibia, to each compile a planning document (including a map), which will identify and

demarcate areas that must be protected from sand-mining activities (for example a Protected

Areas Zone). The planning document must also identify areas where sand-mining activities have

occurred and can continue after the necessary environmental clearance certificate was obtained

from MEFT.

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a) This planning document's focus will be mainly on two categories of planning. Identify the

relevant two categories.

(2)

b) This scenario, of cooperation between two ministries, is an excellent example of _(b)_

integration of the different sectors, which will result in the production of a meaningful plan.

(1)

c) Identify the name and year of the act, as mentioned in the following section.

MEFT is of the opinion that the various traditional leaders of the traditional communities

should be involved in a workshop, which will focus on the sustainable use of the natural

resources, in view of the _(c)_

(act) which stipulates that one of their (traditional

leaders) duties is "to ensure that the members of his or her traditional community use the

natural resources at their disposal on a sustainable basis and in a manner that conserves the

environment ...".

Source: Section 3(2)( c) of the relevant act.

(2)

[5]

Question 5

The essential justification for land use planning is the public interest. Identify the relevant public

interest element for each of the descriptions in the table below. Write down the correct public

interest element for questions (a) to (j).

(10)

Description

A It is from principles such as these that ... housing and building codes are drawn up to

regulate and control individual buildings or specific activities in order to protect the users

and the community at large.

B This public interest element ( answer {b}) is also concerned with equal opportunities to

the necessities of life such as work, shelter, education and medical care. Controls of

densities of residential areas and locations of community facilities have direct

consequences on choice.

C Congestion problems were tackled in the past by for example road construction. Such

improvements attracted more cars and caused more congestion. There is a new drive for

public transit.

D When the crunch came in the 1970s, the importance of an ( answer {d}) efficient land use

pattern was "rediscovered", but our cities had already been locked into a land use pattern

of low-density sprawl dependent on the automobile.

E The adequacy and suitability of a space for the activities to be carried out in it, can be

achieved through such measures as efficient site layouts, adequate floor areas and

parking provisions.

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F There has been growing consensus about the proper use of serviced land which is usually

translated to mean more compact and higher density development. This is attractive to

both the municipal government and developer but existing neighbours often do not like it.

G This element of public interest refers to the pleasantness of the urban environment as a

place in which to live, work and spend one's leisure time .... it is difficult to develop

control measures to achieve an attractive and pleasant urban environment.

H ( answer {h} ) is affected by the density, or compactness, of land development. The

higher the density of land use the shorter the time and distance between uses. But this

also means more constricted sites and more built-up areas with less adequate and

suitable space for the users and perhaps greater health and safety problems.

I Land use planning and regulations are needed to manage urban growth at the fringe areas

of the city in order to halt the encroachment ... and to protect the rural ambience enjoyed

by the existing residents.

J There are several reasons for the shift from urban redevelopment and renewal to (

answer {j} ). Urban renewal and redevelopment has acquired a bad name for itself,

especially as the villain responsible for breaking up communities and creating high rise

ghettos.

[10]

Question 6

Read through the newspaper article "Etosha informal settlement formalized" of 16 March 2022.

The Oshikoto Regional Council has resolved to formalise the Onayena settlement at the

Etosha National Park.

The decision was taken to improve service delivery and properly coordinate development at

the settlement.

In the past, infrastructure development, land allocation and occupation at Onayena have

been halted to allow for the proper demarcation of land.

Oshikoto Regional Council chief regional officer Christella Mwenyo in a statement says the

formalisation will allow them to source developmental funds from the ministry.

"Following this approval, the council is set to embark on sourcing funds from the line

ministry to develop and service the land before the location is officially formalised.

"Among other resolutions taken during the first ordinary council meeting of 2022 was the

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approval to conduct a socio-economic assessment which aims at assessing both social and

economic conditions at the newly declared settlement. ...

Source: https://www.namibian.com.na/110860/read/Etosha-informal--settlement-formalised

a) Identify the relevant legislation in terms of which Onayena was declared a settlement area.

Provide full details (name & year).

(2)

b) It appears, according to the underlined section in the article, that the initial declaration of

the settlement could have been because the regional authority realised there is a need for

some control and regulation to protect the health and welfare of the inhabitants of the area.

Describe in which other instance a settlement area can be declared.

(1)

c) Once Onayena is declared a settlement, procedures and responsibilities as per the relevant

act become applicable for planning and management purposes. Identify the relevant act.

Provide full details (name & year).

(2)

[S]

Question 7

Discussthe scope of the Urban and Regional Planning Act.

(7)

[7]

Question 8

Read through the newspaper article "Nam-Zambia rail line gets green light" of 13 April 2022

IT has officially been proven that extending Namibia's rail line to connect Namibia and

Zambia is commercially and environmentally viable, and would have various economic

benefits.

This comes following a feasibility study on the extension of Zambia's rail network to

Namibia, which is expected to cover 770km.

The study was commissioned by the Ministry of Works and Transport and carried out by

Mumbai-based consultant MR Technofin.

It was jointly funded by the state and the African Development Bank and investigated the

possibility of a line running from Zambia to Katima Mulilo and Grootfontein, where it would

connect with Namibia's rail system.

The main aim of the project is to stimulate the development of mining activity along the

corridor between Walvis Bay and Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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This would allow Zambia, Namibia and the DRC to export copper and other minerals to

buyers in China, Europe and America.

Namibia has been instrumental in the copper trade - especially of the landlocked Zambia

and conflict-stricken DRC.

Last year alone, Namibia exported huge amounts of copper through Walvis Bay.

Canadian mining outfit Tsodilo Resources, which is active in the region, ... the company's

chief executive officer, in a press release says the extension would open up a transport

system for its Xaudum iron ore mine in Botswana, which is 35km from the proposed route ....

Deputy director of industrialisation and trade Michael Humavindu says any opportunity to

extend trading infrastructure within the Southern African Development Community, the

Southern African Customs Union area and Africa is welcome.

"Specifically with Zambia, copper and hopefully animal feed will be vital for our downstream

sectors. We can also collaborate with them in terms of sugar production. If indeed it is

viable, let us explore the option of financing by the private sector ....

Namibia Trade Forum chief executive officer Stacey Pinto says while the rail line was

targeted to enable the mining sector, there are other industries which can be positioned

along the railway line, which would help facilitate trade across borders ....

"Transporting goods by rail could also reduce costs for such goods and make them even

more competitive in the region," she says.

National budget documents for 2021/22 show the transport ministry has been allocated N$1

billion for the construction, renovation and improvement of railway lines. Last year this

budget was only N$458 million ....

Source: https ://www. namibia n.com .na/111675/read/Na m-Zambia-ra ii-Iine-gets-green-light

a) In view of the information included in the article, identify the relevant pillar of the NDPS

(National Development Plan 5) which this article relates with (1 mark) and motivate your

answer for an additional two marks.

(3)

b) State the goal of the relevant pillar (your answer provided in 8(a)).

(2)

[5]

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Question 9

Define the term "resettlement".

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Question 10

Identify the four pillars of the land reform programme. Provide complete answers.

(4)

[4]

Question 11

ANSWER ONLY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TWO QUESTIONS. Provide a heading to indicate which

one your answer refers to.

A] Discussthe scope of the Agricultural Commercial Land Reform Act.

(5)

BJ Discussthe aim and scope of the Communal Land Reform Act.

(5)

[S]

Question 12

Describe the following two aspects which are focused on during the compilation of IRLUPs:

a) Potentials

(2)

b) Conflicts

(2)

[4]

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Question 13

Read through the newspaper article "Walvis to speed up Green Valley Development" of 31 March

2022 (Adam Hartman)

The Walvis Bay municipal council recommended the approval of N$11 million toward the

development of services of Green Valley (Farm 37) while it waits for central government's

assistance of about N$109 million.

Late last year some councillors motioned for the development of Green Valley to be expedited

because residents are living in deplorable and risky conditions.

In fact, several shacks have been destroyed by fire at the harbour town this year, which has also

resulted in death and injury and loss of possessions.

" ... although there was another motion ... requesting the government for financial assistance,

council should still start while waiting for the government to respond," some councillors noted.

Based on the latest survey, there were about 35 000 people living in 11 000 shacks in deplorable

conditions that need to be addressed.

Two portions of the prospective township need to be fully serviced, which will cost about N$109

million (the servicing of the entire Green Valley is estimated to cost over N$163 million). The

town's council has already spent over N$7,5 million on communal servicing in 2020, which

includes gravel roads, communal water and sewer connect points. In order to speed up the

process, it intends to spend another N$11 million.

It was noted that those residents to be relocated to Green Valley will be those currently residing in

shacks in highly congested areas of Kuisebmond and in Narraville. The two serviced portions will

be able to provide erven to 684 households.

"It is understandable that [the two portions] are for ultra-low-income groups. However, for the

sustainable continuation of the provision of the services to these areas, council should make it

mandatory for the recipients of the subject lots to pay for such services," the councillors

recommended.

Source: Erongo Community Newspaper https:/ /www.erongo.com.na/infrastructure-ero

a) The article refers to central government (underlined) Identify the relevant ministry who is

responsible for the provision of supportive services to the regional authorities, local

authorities and traditional authorities, while at the same time attending to the mandated

routine functions of the Ministry.

(1)

b) The article mentions that two portions of the prospective township need to be fully serviced

in order to create ±684 erven. The layout plan for the two portions must be designed and

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approved before the erven can be serviced. Describe a township layout plan (a type of

implementation plan).

(2)

c) The two large portions of Green Valley (formerly known as Farm 37) at Walvis Bay, are

technically two portions of townlands, owned by the local authority and located east of

Walvis Bay on the road to the Walvis Bay International airport. Explain what the term

"townlands" mean.

(2)

d) Before the township layout can be compiled the planning consultant must check whether a

servitude is registered. Complete the following description of a servitude. Indicate the

answers as follows: 13{d)(i), 13{d)(ii) etc. in your answering script.

"It is a common form of (...i...) found frequently in rural and urban areas. A servitude is

registered (...ii...), in favour of a (...iii ...) or a service provider."

(3)

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Question 14

Please read the following scenario and answer Questions 14(a) to (e) below.

The management of NUST bought erf 5930, near the NUST campus, situated in Windhoek-West.

Currently the School of Computing and Informatics is located on the erf. Recently the NUST

management has approached the owner of adjacent Erf 1220 to sell a portion of his/her erf (Erf

1220, next to Erf 5930).

According to the SG-diagram Erf 1220, Windhoek-West, is 3581m 2 in size. NUST is interested in

purchasing a portion of at least 1300m 2 of Erf 1220, in order to create a larger erf, for the

construction of additional computer laboratories and lecturing venues.

In view of the agreement reached between NUSTand the owner of Erf 1220, NUSTwill submit the

necessary subdivision application with the officials. The structures on the remaining portion of Erf

1220, will be used for minor business purposes by the current owner. The density zone of 1:900 is

applicable in Windhoek-West. The subdivided portion will be consolidated with Erf 5930. Erf 5930

holds the land use zone "Office Zone" and Erf 1220 holds the land use zone "Institutional Zone".