# Introduction
**Welcome!**
This site was intended to convey information regarding implementation of a CCTV network for the De Oude Weg Area near Kommetjie, Cape Town.
As this is (hopefully) will be a community involved process, I thought the best idea would be to create a website laying out the plans and steps to be taken, in order to get feedback and assistance from interested parties.
The site has expanded slightly to include additional information relevant to local residents.
If you live in the De Oude Weg area, and would like further information, please join our Facebook Group
# Legal Requirements
In order to fulfil the various organizational requirements, De Oude Weg Neighbourhood watch needs to become a registered non profit organization.
Having a legal entity enables us to apply for the following:
* ICASA licence exemption.
* Cape Town CCTV registration.
* Potential sponsorship investment from the City of Cape Town, and other governmental departments.
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The downside to becoming a legal entity is that we require a certified audit each year to be submitted to the registrar.
I have listed the main registration requirements in order as sub-pages within the Legal Requirements page on the left.
## Further Reading
# Registering an NPO
Registration is fairly straightforward, and will be the first item that we will attempt to complete, as the other steps require it!
To register the De Oude Weg neighbourhood watch as an NPO we will need the following documents:
* A founding document/constitution
* A deed of trust (a written agreement used by trusts)
* The memorandum and articles of association (which set out the mission of our NPO and monitors its growth)
The easiest way to get the founding documents written is to look at other existing examples.
The Oranjezicht constitution is a good sample to use. I have uploaded it here - [http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/Neighbourhood Watch Sample Constitution.pdf](http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/Neighbourhood%20Watch%20Sample%20Constitution.pdf). \
It looks like a simple search and replace should suffice.
Another option is the Kommetjie NHW constitution. This one is a little more formal -
Once we decide on a constitution, and memorandum, we can appoint people to serve in the organization, and then proceed to registering as an NPO.
Registration link -
## Further Reading
# Neighbourhood Watch Registration
Nothing in life is easy, and creating a neighbourhood watch is full of fun, fun requirements, especially in Cape Town.
The Western Cape requires that a neighbourhood watch is registered with the local Community Police Forum in our police area (Ocean View).
That in turn requires us to conform to the Western Cape's rules and requirements.\
This is a rather long document available here -
**The bad news:** \
We will need to conform to those requirements.
**The good news:**\
Once we register, we can apply for free training, and potential funding.
## Further Reading
[http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/How to start a neighbourhood watch.pdf](http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/How%20to%20start%20a%20neighbourhood%20watch.pdf)
# ICASA Registration
A distributed CCTV network will require us to use wifi (wireless networking) in order to connect up the camera's.
Within South Africa, all use of radio frequencies for transmission is governed by an organization called ICASA.
ICASA rules require that all wireless installations that cross public roads or exceed certain transmission requirements procure a suitable licence or apply for an exemption.
As we intend that the De Oude Weg Neighbourhood Watch becomes a legally registered non-profit, we can register for an exemption license using ICASA's Form M.
**Form M** -
*One caveat; we cannot proceed with this application until we have a Section 21 Non Profit registered.*
## Further Reading
# City of Cape Town CCTV Registration
Registration requirements are laid out in Policy number 21207
[http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/Regulation of External and Privately Owned CCTV Cameras on City Property - (Policy number 21207) approved on 25 June 2014.pdf](http://deoudeweg.co.za/pdf/Regulation%20of%20External%20and%20Privately%20Owned%20CCTV%20Cameras%20on%20City%20Property%20-%20\(Policy%20number%2021207\)%20approved%20on%2025%20June%202014.pdf)
The short version of that is:
* Camera registration is required.
* A Section 21 company must be registered (i.e. Neighbourhood Watch is an NPO).
* CCTV equipment monitoring public area's needs to be accessible to SAPS on request.
* Wireless equipment must have a type approval certificate.
Applications for registration must be submitted via . Details are available in the policy document at the top of the page.
## Further Reading
# Logistical and other Requirements
Implementing a wide area CCTV network will take a few steps.
Initially we will need to determine locations to be monitored.\
Once we have determined locations, we will need to do a site survey for wifi.
As the network will be spread around a large area, we will need to use a wireless network. This will be a "private" network solely for CCTV use. ICASA and City of Cape Town regulations require us to use equipment that has an ICASA type approval (i.e. is legally ok to use).
Each identified location will have a point to point wifi router (ICASA certified) that will connect/ be pointed at a central location or relay point. Typically one would use a high site (a wifi router located somewhere high up) that other routers can see. As the network may involve going around corners, we will probably also need relay points too.
Once we have an idea of where things need to be located, we can proceed to the physical side of things, which will involve installing poles, and running power to sites.
**Each monitoring site will require**
* Power
* Mounting Poles
* Wifi Links to transmit data
* Camera(s)
**Our central monitoring will need.**
* Power
* Basic Computer system with sufficient storage.
* Recording or someone watching the feed's (if we want live monitoring)
* Some sort of internet connection (if we plan on providing external access).
**Optional items that could be added depending on funds**
* LPR (Licence plate recognition)
* Communal area wifi
# Wireless Equipment
Wireless comes in 2 sets of publically usable frequencies.
* 2.4Ghz
* 5 Ghz
Most basic consumer wireless equipment is currently using the 2.4Ghz spectrum.
In order to avoid potential interference with consumer hardware, we will be using the 5ghz range for our wireless hardware.
We intend on using Ubiquiti Nanostation M5's for point to point wireless, and Ubiquiti Rocket M5's for high site/ repeaters.
The Ubiquiti devices are suitable for our requirements, have type approval certification from ICASA, and hence can legally be installed.
Wireless links will be created at locations identified, to allow for remote camera access. Each location will optimally point to either a repeater location, or a central high point to connect all locations to one network.
The monitoring computer will need a connection to one of the high points or repeater locations. This will physically need to be within 100M of a mounted wireless point, repeater or high site. If necessary we can use a dedicated Nanostation M5 to pointed at the closest high site or repeater to connect.
**Certification**\
Nanostation M5 ICASA type approval - \
Rocket M5 ICASA type approval -
# Mounting Poles
In order for camera's and other equipment to be useful, they will need to be mounted high up.
This is usually done on a metal or wooden pole, typically in the 3 meter height range to deter theft.
Poles have to be less than 4 meters in height in order to comply with city regulations (essentially they cannot be within potential reach of power cables).
Poles can be mounted in either public or private property if permission is applied for.
We will need to run or power to our poles in order to power the wifi and camera's.
We should be able to use PoE (Power over Ethernet) to supply both the wifi router, and the camera's with power. This is easier, as low power installations don't incur the same requirements that mains run's do.
## Public property
If our registration for CCTV with Cape Town is successful, we can apply to utilize their existing poles, and utilize council public area's.
There is also the option of Cape Town subsidizing the power requirements for each location on their property (roughly R30 a month at R2/KW per location)
Excerpted from the CCTV regulations:
2.5. If there is benefit of a private and external CCTV camera to the Metro Police CCTV Department, the City of Cape Town will subsidize the monthly electricity usage for each individual third party camera.
2.6. The City may consider the possibility of paying, in full, or part thereof, the installation fees for City approved Special Rating Areas, Community based Organisations (registered with the Sub Council / City of Cape Town), Neighbourhood Watches and Community Police Forums (registered with the Provincial Dept. of Community Safety), of the actual cost involved to install a pole for one or more cameras, including the electrical connection to such pole (or on any other existing City owned infrastructure),as well as the monthly electrical tariff, upon considering a written submission made by such entity, which will include proof of funding limitations suffered by such entity or any other relevant factor which the City could consider. The City may consider installing additional poles for the sole purpose of CCTV surveillance if there is no existing City pole that can be used, as per 2.5.
## Private Property
Another option is to install poles on private property (with the permission of the land owner). This may make sense for Cape Canalis or other larger area's within our remit.
## Hardware
We probably can talk to local suppliers like Valley Steel for hardware, as they supply Steel and custom brackets etc.
Valley Steel 021-785-3947
# Power
Equipment mounted on poles will require power.
We can either use mains power, or power over ethernet (PoE).
If we use mains power we also need to comply with Eskom regulations.\
PoE may be an easier alternative.
Either way, this can be pulled from nearby council infrastructure (with appropriate permission), or run from a nearby house.
Another (much more expensive option) is to use a solar panels + batteries.
We will need to investigate the easiest way to approach this for each location.
## Equipment Power Requirements
Equipment power requirements are fairly modest.
* Wifi will use roughly 5-8W an hour.
* Camera's will use between 5-15W an hour.
At an average usage of say 20W an hour, it will take roughly 50hours to use 1KW, or 1 unit of electricity.
To make calculations easier, rounded up pricing for electricity per KW (unit) is R2.
R2 for 50hrs = R1 for 25hrs, so close to R1 a day, or roughly R30 for a month (per location).
# Camera's
# Monitoring
# Funding / Costs
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## Costs
**Equipment for initial setup.**\
Ladders, poles, cement, cabling, equipment boxes, wiring etc.\
Volunteers or paid staff time etc.
**New Site costs per location**\
Camera / Pole / Wifi
**Maintenance / repairs.**\
Theft / vandalism / replacement costs..
**Running costs.**\
Electrical running costs are approximately R1 per day per site.
Insurance?\
Other registration costs eg accounting fee's etc.
## Funding
Regular funding will need to be sourced to pay for equipment, maintenance and other ancillary costs.
This can probably be raised in the form of a small neighbourhood levy, or via sponsorship, or donations, or all three.
We can also apply for government assistance. The local CPF and Ward Councillor have discretionary funding which can be applied for.
# FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
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# Important Numbers
## Security Related
**Emergency Control Centre**\
107 (landline only) / 021 782 0333
The EMERGENCY CONTROL CENTRE works in conjunction with all Emergency Services, including Armed Response Units, South African Police Services, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue Services
**Ambulance**\
10177 / 082 10177
**Fire Service**\
107 (landline only)\
Mobile: 021-480 7700
**Fire Rescue Service Command & Control Centre** \
021 590 1900 (report mountain fires to this number)
**Fish Hoek Fire Station**\
021 782 9082
**SAPS Fish Hoek**\
Tel: 021 784-2700/20
**SAPS Ocean View**\
Tel: 021 783 8306/17
**SAPS Muizenberg**\
Tel: 021 787 9000
**SAPS Sector 2 Van**\
082 522 2053
**Flying Squad**\
10111 (landline only)
**ADT** \
0861212300
## Council Related
**CITY of Cape Town**\
**General Service Enquiries**\
0860-103-089
**CIVIC CENTRE, Fish Hoek**\
Tel: 021 784 2000/2009\
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**Building Inspector**\
Quentin Larry Carelse\
Email \
Tel: 021 444 2631 / 084 222 1310
**WATER**\
Call 0860 103 089 or sms 31373\
Give a short description of the problem. (leaks, burst mains, low water pressure, etc)
**ELECTRICITY**\
0860 125 002 (failure or supply problems)
**WHEELIE BINS**\
0860 102 640 (stolen, destroyed, replacements, etc)\
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**WASTE ISSUES (Bin Pickers etc)**\
086 010 3089 (Refuse & Waste dept)\
Bin Picking is illegal, can be reported to this number. Alternately, if you are a member of ADT or similar services, call them to move the bin pickers elsewhere.
## Animal Related
**Baboons**\
When baboon's enter our area, please phone these numbers to report:\
021 712 9522 / 071 588 6540 (Janet)
**Snakes**
# Internet in DOW
Internet availability options and recommendations in the DOW area.
## Fibre
There is currently no Fibre availability in DOW.
Surrounding area's are being gradually provisioned by either Link Africa (i.e. Kommetjie) , or Frogfoot (Capri and Sunnydale).
I tentatively expect Fibre to become available within 1-2 years given the surrounding infrastructure installations in progress.\
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Signup form to gauge interest in DOW Fibre install here - \
## LTE
**Rain** - Completely unusable due to speed issues, ok for limited use for those on a budget.\
**Telkom LTE** - usable, but expensive.\
**Other 4G** - (Cell C, MTN etc) intermittent at times, but works.
## Fixed Wifi
**Wibernet** - My preferred choice - reasonable costs, and uncapped / unthrottled packages, with routable ip's.\
[https://wibersolutions.co.za ](https://wibersolutions.co.za)\
R599 / month for 10M down / 5M up.\
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Blue Dog - More expensive than Wibernet, others in the area happy with their service.\
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R699/ month for 10M down / 5M up / 600G transfer.\
R1150 / month for an equivalent package to Wibernet R599 package.
# Noise and other Complaints Ticketing System
Cape Town's issue ticketing system - the Online Service Requests (C3) system should be used to ticket complaints.
The C3 system allows you to add a trouble ticket for a variety of issues including:
* leaking water pipes;
* no power or electricity / unscheduled outages;
* blocked stormwater drains;
* potholes;
* uncollected refuse or waste;
* tree removal and cutting;
* illegal dumping;
* noise nuisances;
* graffiti and stolen or vandalised City property;
* unruly or inappropriate behaviour;
* problem buildings;
* speeding and traffic offences.
Ticket can be raised at the url below -
# Bin Picking / Waste Disposal Advice
The Solid Waste Department has a dedicated department meant to deal with bin picking issues. If you have been affected by this, you can contact the following unit:
**The Solid Waste By-law Enforcement Unit**\
**021 400 6157 during office hours**\
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Or
**the City of Cape Town**\
**0860 103 089**
# Solole Redevelopment Info
Last updated May 8 2021.
## Redevelopment Plans
Cape Town City Council has plans to add low cost housing for 409 houses in the old "Solole" / New Fire Station area in between Capri and De Oude Weg in Ward 69 on Wood Road.\
This will be supplemented by additional access roads into Masiphumele running through our area. A draft report was recently submitted to council with the proposals in late March / early April 2021. \
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The new planned development additions are marked in grey below. \
New roads are marked in black.\
Green shows a new planned route to the mountain reserve from Masi.
The housing plans consist of:\
\- 323 Community Residential Units (CRU) - aka Council Flats.\
\- 86 Breaking New Ground (BNG) - aka starter housing. \
\- Additional roads to link through the De Oude Weg Area through to Capri and Masi (in black above)\
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Budgeted amounts are below; as well as additional detail
## What can we do?
Comments on the SDF (Spatial Development Framework) plans can and **should be made here** - or \
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Alternately send an email to: [masiphumelele.lsdf@capetown.gov.za](mailto:masiphumelele.lsdf@capetown.gov.za?subject=%22Comments%20on%20Masiphumelele%20and%20Environs%20LSDF%20Draft%20March%202021%22)\
Use the subject line - "Comments on Masiphumelele and Environs LSDF Draft March 2021"\
(If you click the email link above, it should automagically add that in your email software.)\
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**Comments on the Masiphumelele and Environs LSDF Draft 2201 must be in with the city by the 31st May 2021.** \
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**Remember to include your full name and address, and contact number (and ERF number if you know it offhand) with the submission comments.**\
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The proposed additions will have a number of implications for our area. \
Some suggested concerns to use in comments on the SDF are below -
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* Fire Safety :: The fire station was planned to be a replacement for Fish Hoek fire station, placed in a suitable location for Masi - where regular fires occur. Reducing footprint means that proposed expansion will not be feasible and have implications for fire safety.
* Taxi throughfare :: Taxi's will use the area as a rat run to avoid traffic on Kommetjie road.
* Public Safety :: Rioting is already a regular occurence. Having Masi on both sides of Kommetjie Road will make road closures and safety in both Capri and De Oude Weg a real concern.
* Personal Safety :: Crime will increase dramatically.
* Property Devaluation :: Property values will plummet. \
(Note that the council has traditionally had little regard for this as a concern)
* The evidence that additional BNG or site & service housing provision results in yet further backyard subletting and over-crowding etc. (cited in the Masi SDF PDF Page 35). \
The plan to move existing squatters from the proposed Hoemoed extension will mean more squatters in new locations - like Solole.
* Defacing of public areas with the littering that escalated beyond being manageable. The current road area littering extends to Capri entrance, opening this side will have a huge negative impact.
* Squatters / vagrants - the roadside area continually has squatter and drug issues that will be exacerbated by this proposed addition. \
This is already a major concern that has been repeatedly reported to council.
* Infrastructure is already insufficient for additional housing. Electrical infrastructure is insufficient for additional housing, especially if Hoemoed extension is in place, and Masiphumele additional housing is implemented.
* Traffic concerns - traffic on Kommetjie road is at a standstill as it is, and the recent road work is already completely insufficient for the traffic volume. The council is well aware of this. Traffic in the mornings is regularly backed up. At a minimum the main road needs to be increased to a 4 lane through to Imhoff, not the current 2 lane update that is planned.
* Green space. The area in question currently acts as a green lung for the area. A number of birds, and other wildlife inhabit the area.
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## Who else can I contact about this?
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Our Councillor for Ward 69 is Felicity Purchase.
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The Sunnydale Ratepayers association (our area contacts with Council).
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Capri Neighbourhood Watch\
Given both our area's will be affected, I suggest that we co-ordinate with Capri to pose a united front against this proposed development.
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Noordhoek Environmental Action Group.\
So far they have been successful in holding back development efforts on Hoemoed Road. While not strictly related, their assistance would be useful.
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## Other contacts
## ERF numbers for easy reference
The PDF document references a number of area's that will be upgraded. A scan of the ERF numbers for our area is below for reference purposes.
## Council Spatial Development Plan PDF
You can read the Council Plans PDF for further info here -\
A backup copy of the councils LSDF (Local Spacial Development Plan) for Masi has also been made here -
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Council Plans for Masi extension
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## SRA 5th May 2021 Briefing PDF
The SRA (Sunnydale Ratepayers Association) held a zoom meeting for affected residents on the 5th May 2021 to go over the Masiphumelele LSDF proposal, and alderman Felicity Purchase (our Ward Councillor) was present to answer questions.\
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The PDF of the SRA presentation is attached below; and details the SRA objections to the LSDF plan.
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Contact details for the SRA - \
[www.sunnydaleratepayers.co.za](https://www.deoudeweg.co.za/www.sunnydaleratepayers.co.za)\
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It is well worth joining the SRA in order to be kept in touch with updates in our communities. Membership is quite reasonable, and paid yearly.
## SRA Zoom Meeting 5th May 2021
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