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Paid short-stay visitor accommodation in a dwelling/part of a dwelling; assessed by use and intensity under the land-use scheme rather than a fixed day count.
Short-term lets are legal in Ballito, but they’re managed by KwaDukuza Municipality’s planning framework. Running a dwelling as visitor accommodation (guest house/B&B/short-term accommodation) will often need Special/Consent Use under the municipality’s SPLUMA/Land-Use scheme—requirements depend on zoning, scale and impacts. There’s no citywide night cap or separate STR register. Comply with Fire Brigade/Fire Safety by-laws (equipment, signage, evacuation information, servicing). Declare income to SARS; VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover exceeds R1,000,000 in any rolling 12 months. Properties used for guest accommodation may be re-rated to a business category under the City’s Rates Policy.
Defined in municipal planning schemes (often as ‘transient/visitor accommodation’). Thresholds vary; some councils use ~30 days as a guide. Check local scheme.
Short-term lets are legal in Ballito, but they’re managed by KwaDukuza Municipality’s planning framework. Running a dwelling as visitor accommodation (guest house/B&B/short-term accommodation) will often need Special/Consent Use under the municipality’s SPLUMA/Land-Use scheme—requirements depend on zoning, scale and impacts. There’s no citywide night cap or separate STR register. Comply with Fire Brigade/Fire Safety by-laws (equipment, signage, evacuation information, servicing). Declare income to SARS; VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover exceeds R1,000,000 in any rolling 12 months. Properties used for guest accommodation may be re-rated to a business category under the City’s Rates Policy.
Registration / Permit
No city STR register. Check your property’s zoning; apply for Special/Consent Use where not otherwise permitted. Meet building/fire-safety requirements and any approval conditions.
Max Nights
None locally; South Africa has no national night-cap rule.
Planning / Zoning
Timeframes vary with advertising/referrals—expect several weeks to a few months from a complete submission.
Safety & Insurance
Comply with municipal Fire Brigade/Fire Safety by-laws: provide and maintain appropriate fire-fighting equipment, evacuation signage/information, and service records; operate in line with any conditions set by Fire & Emergency Services.
Tax
SARS income tax on rental profits; VAT 15% if supplies > R1,000,000/12 months. Municipal property rates/tariffs per city (e.g., Durban/eThekwini) may differ.
SARS income tax on rental profits; VAT 15% if supplies > R1,000,000/12 months. Municipal property rates/tariffs per city (e.g., Durban/eThekwini) may differ.
Comply with municipal Fire Brigade/Fire Safety by-laws: provide and maintain appropriate fire-fighting equipment, evacuation signage/information, and service records; operate in line with any conditions set by Fire & Emergency Services.
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KwaDukuza has been reviewing/amending its Land-Use Scheme—watch municipal notices for any changes affecting short-term rentals (e.g., consent requirements, definitions, conditions).
Defined in municipal planning schemes (often as ‘transient/visitor accommodation’). Thresholds vary; some councils use ~30 days as a guide. Check local scheme.
⭐ Rated 4.8/5 by 2,500+ Hosts
This guide is informational and not legal advice. Always confirm with
KwaDukuza Municipality — Development Planning; KwaDukuza Fire & Emergency Services
your local authority.
