. The housing backlog in Cape Town was estimated at 475 000, while growth due to migration growth was estimated at 20 000 families per annum. Migratory trends were taken into account when funding was allocated at national level. . In most areas, units were of poor quality. However, quantity surveyors who authorised payments for work that did not meet the specified standards would be held liable. . The national Department of Human Settlements was requested to increase subsidies for informal settlements. . There was a need for the introduction of GAP market housing policy to address the issue of well-located land available for low-cost housing units. . The City of Cape Town acknowledged the need to address the plight backyard dwellers and to ensure that they had access to basic services.