08/06/2026
Water security is becoming a priority for South African homeowners, but drilling a borehole without proper compliance can lead to serious legal and financial consequences.
At Van Deventer Dowlath & Marx Incorporated, we are seeing municipalities tighten enforcement as more homeowners turn to private water solutions. From municipal approvals and servitudes to SANS compliance and property transfer implications, the legal responsibilities ultimately rest with the property owner.
A compliant borehole can add significant value to a property, but a non-compliant one can result in costly disputes, liability claims, delays in property transfers, and even bond approval issues.
Read the full article in the comment section to understand what every homeowner, buyer, seller, and property investor needs to know before drilling a borehole.
