The applicant intends to develop a mixed use development, with access to the northwest off George Rex Drive. The purpose of this development is to have a “sport; adventure and tourism” focus. The proposal will consist of a high-performance aquatic centre, a sport’s village (for accommodation for athletes and supporters), sports-orientated retail and professional services: physio-therapists, biokineticists, gym, massage, sport psychology, etc.

The Knysna Municipality (KM) has compiled a Maintenance Management Plan (MMP), reviewed by Eco Route Environmental Consultancy and South African National Parks (SANParks) to ensure equitable access to coastal public property at Myoli Beach, Sedgefield. Historical management of the public access point has been undertaken to ensure vehicular access to the beach for people with disabilities, emergency vehicles and SANParks.