Klapmuts backyard dwelling survey: A hazard and vulnerability assessment
This report presents the findings of the survey to assess the risk and vulnerability context of backyard dwellers in Klapmuts, South Africa. Beginning with an overview of the development history and most recent demographic and socio-economic profile of Klapmuts, the report explores the issue of backyard dwellings in South Africa more generally, making reference to other research. It then presents the findings of the research project, with a focus on illustrating the realities of life and the risk profile found in the backyards of Klapmuts and identifying some of the key developmental problems that were identified in the area. The report concludes with recommendations for possible municipal policy development and risk reduction interventions, providing some final reflections.
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