Tshwane metro awaits funds to fix Mams block flats

Tshwane metro has asked Gauteng department of human settlements (GDHS) to fund remedial work at the flats in Mamelodi East extension 5.

Recently residents of the block of flats complained that their homes repeatedly flooded and leaked during last week’s rain.

Residents Rich Chauke (57) said his home leaked and he was tired of sweeping out rainwater every day.

“We wake up in flooded apartments, and water leaks start from the third floor with water running from the roof into my flat.”

He said Block 4 had it worst.

“Almost all the units leaked and the problem started when we moved in in February 2020,” said Chauke.

He said almost all the residents complained about the water leaking from the roof, through trap doors in the ceiling, windows and door frames and even the floor.

“We fear the whole block will collapse on top of us since rain is slowly damaging the structure from the inside out and outside in – all round,” said Chauke.

Metro spokesperson, Lindela Mashigo said the metro is aware of the reported complaints and has already applied for funding to attend to all the problems raised.

“It is anticipated that the budget will be made available in the beginning of the next financial year (July 2023) for remedial works to be undertaken,” said Mashigo.

He said residents also submitted complaints to both the mayor and MMC responsible for human settlements.

“These have been considered and processes are underway to assist the residents.

“The residents have already lodged complaints with national home builders registration council (NHBRC), who in turn made assessment of the defects and submitted a report to the city.”

Vharanani Properties was appointed by the city in April 2016 to build 254 units in Mamelodi in accordance with Gauteng human settlements norms and standards.

The contractor commenced building and at 90% completion all milestones were approved by the project engineer and GDHS quality assurance.

On December 7 in 2019, the units were invaded.

He said the city approached the high court for an eviction order, which was eventually granted on January 16 2020.

He said the invaders were evicted on January 29 and the units given to the rightful beneficiaries.

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