The delegation enquired whether an assessment was done to determine for how long people were living there and whether notices were issued to them to vacate the area. The Portfolio Committee on Local Government and Housing of the Gauteng Legislature informed the delegation that they went on site and were blocked by the community from entering the area. On 16 November 2012, the department made a presentation to the provincial Portfolio Committee. The Committee was made aware of the following weaknesses: . Lack of implementation of by-laws; . Prevention of Illegal Eviction and Unlawful Occupation of Land Act, No. 19 of 1998 (PIE Act) was not working effectively in the province.