FINAL Basic Assessment Report: Proposed Development of Low-Impact, Self-Catering Camping Nodes with Shared Amenities Facilities for the Lovemore Family - Portion 104 of Farm 216, Uitzicht, Knysna, Western Cape - DFFE Ref: 14/12/16/3/3/1/3314

The property has historically been used by the Lovemore family for private recreational purposes over many years. Family members have regularly made use of the property for outdoor activities and informal camping, making use of the existing disturbed areas and the dirt road for access. These activities have generally been temporary in nature, with family members making use of tents and basic camping arrangements during visits to the property.

The intention of the current application is therefore not to introduce a new form of land use, but rather to formalise and better manage the family’s longstanding use of the property. The proposed development will provide structured and environmentally sensitive sleeping platforms and shared amenities that replace temporary camping arrangements currently used by the family. The overall nature and intensity of use of the property will remain consistent with its historic use by the Lovemore family.

Importantly, the proposed development is intended solely for use by members of the Lovemore family and their immediate guests and will not operate as a commercial tourism facility or public accommodation establishment.