The project was initiated in 2000. The private developer had constructed houses of poor quality and would frequently disappear from the site. The land used to be owned privately by smallholdings. While the deed of sale was signed and paid for, the land had yet to be transferred. The municipality recommended that the developer's contract be terminated. The MEC decided to offer the developer a second opportunity, but closely monitored the situation. However, due to continued poor workmanship the developer's contract was terminated. After litigation, the developer won the case on technical grounds. Since then the infrastructure has continued to deteriorate. A total of 247 houses has been completed and handed over without any electricity. There was no intention to develop the remainder of the units. Water plans would be rolled-out in within two weeks.