1. Afrodite Beach Architectural Guidelines and Conditions

A condition of buying property in Afrodite Beach is that the purchaser must adhere to the Architectural Guidelines and Conditions applicable to Afrodite Beach.

Owners may select the Architects, Engineers and Building Contractor of their choice. Each owner must ensure that appointed professionals are acquainted with the Architectural Guidelines.

2. Afrodite Beach Aesthetics Committee

The Developer appoints an Aesthetics Committee responsible for evaluation and approval of architectural designs prior to submission to the Local Authority.

3. Submission to Developer’s Aesthetics Committee

Sketch plans including site development plans, floor plans, elevations and sections must be submitted for review.

4. Deviation of the Design

Any deviation between approved documentation drawings and municipal drawings must be re-submitted for approval.

5. Land Use Conditions – Single Residential Erven

Maximum height: 10 meters and maximum of three floors. Coverage: 60% with minimum on-site parking of two per dwelling.

6. Land Use Conditions – General Residential 1:250

• Erven: 209, 210, 211, 235, 236
• Maximum coverage: 60%
• Maximum height: 20 m
• Maximum floor area ratio: 1:250
• Minimum on-site parking: 2 bays per unit
• Maximum number of floors: 5

7. Land Use Conditions – General Residential 1:100

• Erven: 189, 190, 283, 284, 285
• Maximum coverage: 60%
• Maximum height: 20 m
• Maximum floor area ratio: 1:100
• Minimum parking: 2 bays per unit
• Maximum number of floors: 5

8. Land Use Conditions – General Residential 1:100 (Low Height)

• Erven: 276, 277
• Maximum coverage: 60%
• Maximum height: 12 m
• Maximum floor area ratio: 1:100
• Minimum parking: 2 bays per unit
• Maximum number of floors: 3

9. Land Use Conditions – Business Erven

• Erven: 278, 279, 280
• Maximum coverage: 70%
• Maximum height: 12 m
• Maximum number of floors: 3
• Parking requirements subject to municipal regulations

10. Hotel and Hotel Apartments

• Erven: 281, 282
• Maximum coverage: 70%
• Maximum height: 15 m
• Maximum number of floors: 4
• Parking requirements as per municipal regulations

11. Permissible Entrance and Exit

Vehicular access to erven shall be provided only from approved street access points.

No additional entrances or exits may be created without written approval from the Developer and Local Authority.

12. Building Line Restrictions

The building restriction lines in respect of all erven shall be as follows:

• Single Residential – Lateral Boundaries: 1.5 m minimum
• Single Residential – Street Boundary: 2 m minimum
• Single Residential – Street Boundary (Sea Front): 3 m minimum
• Single Residential – Sea Facing Boundary: Build to line zero
• Single Residential – Sea Facing Boundary Building Line: 5 m minimum
• General Residential – Street Boundary: 3 m minimum
• General Residential – Lateral Boundary: 2 m minimum
• General Residential – Sea Facing Boundary: Build to line zero
• General Residential – Sea Facing Boundary Building Line: 5 m minimum
• Business – Street Boundary Lines: Zero

13. Boundary Walls and Height Restrictions

Street boundary walls may be built of solid brick walls (plastered and painted) or natural stone not exceeding 1.2 m above the street pavement level.

Street facing entrance walls shall not exceed a height of 1.2 m above the pavement level. Palisade fencing may be erected on top of the wall with a total maximum height of 1.8 m.

Lateral boundary walls shall not exceed 1.8 m in height and external walls shall be 220 mm thick and plastered.

Business buildings may construct from the property boundary line subject to written approval by the Developer.

14. Restriction of Conducting Business

No business or home industry shall be conducted on any single residential erf.

Exceptions may apply to the following erven (subject to approval):

• 191–202
• 286–289

Permitted professions may include Doctors, Attorneys, Dentists, Pre-Primary Schools, Financial Services, Estate Agents, Engineers, Architects, Town Planners and Insurance Services.

15. Glass Doors and Windows

Highly reflective mirror glass or reflective films are not permitted on any buildings.

16. Colours

All exterior colours including walls and roofs must be selected from the approved colour palette provided by the Developer.

The exterior colour scheme of buildings and boundary walls shall primarily be white or off-white or selected from the approved palette.

17. Roof Materials and Colours

• Only flat concrete slabs are permitted.
• Waterproofing colour must match the approved colour palette.
• Natural stone or ceramic tiles may be used on top of concrete roofs.
• Roof tile colours may include grey, brown, sand, or terracotta.
• Primary colours such as blue, green, or red are not permitted.
• Maximum roof slope: 5°.
• Curved or architectural roof features require approval.

18. External Wall Finishes

• Walls must be masonry, plastered or textured.
• External walls must be 220 mm thick.
• No rock-face or unplastered brick allowed.
• Maximum 10% natural stone on façade.
• No decorative plaster rustications permitted.
• No face brick unless plastered.
• Plinths must be natural stone or stone facing.

19–21. Property Restrictions

• No subdivision of Single Residential erven.
• No rezoning permitted.
• No consolidation of residential erven.

22. Minimum Building Size

Buildings on single residential erven must have a minimum size of 250 m².

23. Balconies

Balconies should preferably face the front or rear of the building.

Balconies facing lateral boundaries must respect privacy and be set back a minimum of 1.5 m.

24. Gutters, Downpipes and Plumbing

Gutters, pipes and service ducts must be concealed within the building design and may not be visible.

25. Maximum Permissible Building Heights

• Single Residential – 10 m
• General Residential 1:250 – 20 m (Erven 209, 210, 211, 235, 236)
• General Residential 1:100 – 20 m (Erven 189, 190, 283, 284, 285)
• General Residential 1:100 – 12 m (Erven 276, 277)
• Business – 12 m (Erven 278, 279, 280)
• Hotel / Apartments – 15 m (Erven 281, 282)

26. Building Restrictions on Sea Front Erven

• Street boundary setback: minimum 3 m
• Sea facing boundary: build-to line zero
• Sea facing boundary building line: 5 m

27. Boundary Walls and Fencing Restrictions

The following materials are strictly prohibited:

• Precast concrete walling
• Wire mesh fencing
• Electrical fencing
• Sheet metal fencing
• Plastic webbing
• Rope or fibrous fencing
• Glass panels
• Steel or picket fencing
• Diamond mesh fencing
• Razor fencing

28. Town Planning Controls

The Purchaser may not alter the development conditions imposed by the Developer, notwithstanding the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme.

29. Building Requirements

• No construction may begin without Developer and Municipality approval.
• Buildings must comply with approved plans and specifications.
• Properties must be maintained in neat condition.

30. Contractor Activity Conditions

Construction activities must minimize disruption and protect infrastructure.

• Rubbish disposal facilities must be provided.
• No materials may be off-loaded on roads or pavements.
• Sanitary facilities must be provided for workers.
• Only one building board allowed per site.
• Working hours: Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–13:00.

31. Construction Period Limit

Construction must begin within 24 months from transfer of the property.

If services infrastructure is incomplete, the 24-month period starts upon issuance of the completion certificate.

32. Environment and Housekeeping

• No open fires or flammable items allowed.
• Refuse openings required in boundary walls.
• Flood lights must not disturb neighbours.
• Residents must keep the beach and roads clean.
• Pets must be on leash and licensed.

33. Landscaping

Indigenous landscaping is strongly encouraged.

Invader species such as Prosopis or Lantana should not be planted.

34. Vacant Erven

Vacant erven must be maintained clean and stabilized with gravel if unused for more than 12 months.

35. Road Traffic

• Speed limit: 40 km/h
• Quad bikes not permitted
• Maximum vehicle weight: 10 tonnes

36. Wendy Houses and Tool Sheds

No Wendy houses, lapas or tool sheds may be constructed.

37. Parking and Storage

• No parking of boats, trailers or caravans in open view.
• No washing of vehicles on streets.

38. Utilities

• Satellite dishes must be below roof line.
• Geysers must be concealed or located in garages.
• No clothes hanging from roofs, balconies or windows.
• Solar panels and air conditioners must be integrated into the design.

39. Display Signs

“For Sale”, “Sold”, or “To Let” signs are not permitted on any property.

40. Verandas and Pergolas

• Must match the design of the main structure.
• No roof sheeting permitted.
• No Perspex, fibreglass or polycarbonate sheets.
• Timber pergolas are allowed.

41. Doors, Windows and Garage Doors

• Must be natural hardwood or powder-coated aluminium.
• Street gates and garage doors must open inward.

42. Architects and Engineers

All professionals involved must be registered with their respective professional bodies.

43. Special Conditions

• The Developer may amend the Architectural Guidelines.
• The Developer determines the street pavement level.
• No flag poles permitted without approval.

44. Annexures

• Building line restriction plan
• Exterior colour range
• Roof colour scheme
• Contour lines
• Artist impressions
• Erf position in the development

41. Doors, Windows and Garage Doors

Doors and windows must be constructed from hardwood or powder-coated aluminium.

42. Architects, Designers, Engineers

All professionals must be registered with their respective professional bodies.

43. Special Conditions

The Developer reserves the right to vary or amend the Architectural Guidelines and Conditions.

44. Annexures

• Building lines restriction plan
• Exterior colour range
• Roof colour scheme
• Contour lines
• Artist impressions
• Erf position in development