City to determine scope of repairs on uMhlanga sinkhole
The sinkhole, which has been cordoned off, is thought to be as a result of a collapsed stormwater drain.
THE eThekwini Municipality says the scope and length of work taken to repair a sinkhole at the Durban View Park parking lot is yet to be determined.
This comes after residents voiced their concerns to Northglen News over the length of time it has taken to repair the sinkhole which formed in February of this year.
The sinkhole, which has been cordoned off, is thought to be a result of a collapsed stormwater drain which has impacted around 30 parking bays used by visitors and locals alike.
The closure of the section in the parking lot has also led to some motorists driving contra-flow, causing congestion.
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eThekwini Municipality’s spokesperson Gugu Sisilana said that a CCTV inspection has been commissioned.
“The Supply Chain Management process has been followed, and a CCTV survey has been commissioned to determine the cause of the sinkhole. The cause(s) will be identified in the CCTV survey report. The timeframe for repairs will be based on the scope outlined in the CCTV report,” Sisilana said.
Local resident Dale Stiehler said she has avoided coming down to the area due to the congestion.
“It is more difficult to find parking on the weekend or the holidays as you’re only able to access two out of three sections within the parking lot. I have young children and often bring them down to the playground here, but I’ve avoided doing that because of the congestion and inconvenience. Some motorists also drive contra-flow to try and access those parking bays, which makes it more difficult,” she said.
“The rates we pay should be going towards repairs of the sinkhole and a similar one in Chartwell Drive. My question is, why is it taking so long to repair and reinstate? This spot is frequented by a large number of people all hoping to walk along the promenade, so it should be a priority.”
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