Preferred Alternative:

The proposed development consists of the construction of an outside deck (281 m² with firepit) and a beach access boardwalk with viewing deck (98.3 m²), with a combined footprint of 379.3 m² located within 100 m of the High-Water Mark (HWM).

The intervention is intended to replace a previously existing structure lost to fire damage and has been designed to minimise environmental impacts while promoting sustainable coastal access and use.

The development of a deck within 100 meters from the HWM and a beach access boardwalk plus viewing deck.

The property known as Remainder of Erf 1627, Sedgefield is situated on The Island in the coastal town of Sedgefield, within the Knysna Local Municipality, Western Cape. The site is located immediately west of the Sedgefield central area, bordered by the Swartvlei Estuary system to the north and surrounded by a mosaic of residential and natural areas. The site falls within proximity to the Swartvlei, Hoekraal River, and Myoli Beach, with the Protected Natural Dune Fynbos area lying to the south.

The site is located in Keurboomstrand, a resort town near Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape, under the jurisdiction of the Bitou Municipality.

It should be noted that the proposed development encompasses two interrelated components. The first involves the expansion of the existing Kinetic Catamarans manufacturing facility, while the second entails the upgrade of the South African Sea Cadet Corps – TS Knysna facilities located on the adjoining property. Both components are being assessed collectively under a single Basic Assessment process and are hereafter referred to jointly as “the development area.”

A further 21-day review and comment period was requested to be done by the Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning as part of the NEMA S24G EA application process: The additional 21-day comment and review period ended on 6th March 2026.

The S24G application has been updated with comments and responses as required. The S24G application is hereby submitted to Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning for decision making.

The property is zoned Agricultural I. Wilderness Fruit (Pty) Ltd is applying for an additional 11 hectares of cultivated land to practise their existing rights to plant Macadamia and Avocado Trees on Erf 385, Hoekwil. Historically, the agricultural lands have been utilised for farming practises; however, the project area of interest (PAOI) is currently heavily infested with alien invasive plants (AIPs). The site can be located at GPS coordinates 33º 57′ 13.87″ 22º 35′ 18.01″.

Location and Activity:
The Part 2 Amendment is for the Athina Estate development on Portion 66 and 67 of the Farm Brakkloof 443 in the Bitou Municipality, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape. The Environmental Authorisation was issued on 31 July 2024 which approved the development of 9 residential stands with associated infrastructure and communal open space. A Part 1 Amendment was approved on 14 June 2024 for amendments to the SDP which included the realignment of the internal road and minor realignment of the five beachfront erven. The new proposed changes to the SDP are as follows:

Project Proposal: The preferred alternative entails the development of facilities intended to accommodate assisted camping for the Lovemore family.

Location: PORTION 104 OF FARM 216, UITZICHT, KNYSNA, WESTERN CAPE

Development of a small beachfront estate (9 residential stands) with some designated Open Space on Portions 66 and 67 of Farm 443, Plettenberg Bay

Development Phase: Civil construction completed

EIA Reference Number: 16/3/3/1/D1/14/0028/22

NEAS REFERENCE: WCP/EIA/0001187/2022

A further 21-day review and comment period was requested to be done by the DEADP as part of the NEMA S24G EA application process: The additional 21-day comment and review period ended on 6th March 2026.

The S24G application has been updated with comments and responses as required. The S24G application is hereby submitted to Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning for decision making.