# The City of Johannesburg has approved an updated land use scheme aimed at supporting smarter and more sustainable development. The revised scheme will take effect from the first of next month and includes changes to improve planning applications, create more economic opportunities for homeowners, support low-carbon development and make provision for transitional informal settlements. The city says the update will help attract investment while improving overall urban development and quality of life in Johannesburg.
City of Johannesburg adopts revised land use scheme to boost sustainable development