Deputy Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes the statement by the North West department of human settlements on 10 June 2011, that contractors and developers who fail to deliver quality houses on time will have their contracts terminated and even be blacklisted;
(2) further notes that in most of these cases unscrupulous contractors cut costs to increase profits and in all cases where rectification of mistakes by contractors needs to be undertaken, a huge financial burden is placed on a municipality, hampering the implementation of housing delivery;
(3) acknowledges that the provision of shoddy houses compromises the safety of our people and endangers their lives; and
(4) takes this opportunity to welcome the intention by the department of human settlements to ensure that our people receive quality houses, security and comfort.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.