Gibbs Planning & Development reviews statutory land use schemes, town planning schemes and other regulatory mechanisms for the zoning, control and management of land uses on behalf of our clients so as to provide them with reliable advice. This includes assessing of Regional and Metropolitan Spatial Development Frameworks (RSDFs and MSDFs) key strategic planning tools that guide the spatial growth and development direction of a municipality in line with the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act, 2013 (SPLUMA).
As SPLUMA and its regulations continue to be operationalised across South African municipalities, GP&D’s specialist expertise ensures that land use management schemes are assessed and reviewed within the evolving legislative framework to provide clients with practical advice and inputs. This service is essential for potential clients seeking ensure their projects and developments align with town planning schemes, zoning regulations with current development needs, and ensure the exercising of legally sound land use and practical operation of such land uses.
"We don't just process applications we provide hands-on planning advice that shapes communities, unlocks land value, and guides sustainable development across South Africa."
Every town planning application and development advice is handled with full transparency, honesty, and strict adherence to South African planning legislation.
GP&D ensures all planning submissions meet SACPLAN standards and local municipal requirements protecting clients from costly delays and non-compliance risks.
With over 22 years of experience, GP&D applies a coordinated and targeted methodology to achieve planning approvals and development outcomes that meet client objectives.
From dense urban developments in Gauteng to rural land use applications, GP&D brings specialist knowledge of South Africa's diverse planning environments.
GP&D manages each planning project with precision and dedication, keeping applications on track and minimising turnaround time from submission to approval.
Charles Gibbs personally handles every client engagement delivering direct, hands-on town planning advice tailored to each project's unique development goals.
Gibbs Planning & Development is driven by a commitment to deliver professional, compliant, and community-focused town planning services across South Africa. Our vision is to be recognised as a trusted town planning consultancy in Gauteng one that transforms land into well-planned, sustainable spaces where people and businesses can grow and thrive.
-Spatial Development Framework (SDF) assessment to provide practical advice
-Town planning scheme preparation & amendment
– Land Use Management Scheme (LUMS) development
Of professional town planning experience in South Africa
Covering spatial planning, rezoning, subdivision, mapping & more
Every project personally handled by Charles Gibbs no hand-offs
