RDP Housing in Limpopo: How to Apply
Limpopo's housing programme is administered by the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA). Housing demand is concentrated around Polokwane, Tzaneen, and the Lephalale area, with significant rural housing need across the province.
Limpopo CoGHSTA (Human Settlements)
- Phone: 015 284 5000
- Walk-in: 28 Market Street, Polokwane
- Toll-free Housing Hotline: 0800 146 873
- Email: coghsta@limpopo.gov.za
Polokwane Local Municipality
- Phone: 015 290 2000
- Walk-in: Housing Department, Landdros Mare Street, Polokwane
- Regional offices: Seshego, Mankweng
Other Key Municipalities
- Mopani District Municipality (Tzaneen area): 015 307 5000
- Vhembe District Municipality (Thohoyandou area): 015 960 2000
- Waterberg District Municipality (Lephalale/Mokopane area): 014 717 1800
- Capricorn District Municipality: 015 294 3000
- Sekhukhune District Municipality: 013 260 3900
Limpopo has a high proportion of rural housing delivery compared to other provinces. If you live in a traditional community, contact your local inkosi (chief) or tribal authority office alongside your municipality application.
Rural Housing in Limpopo
A large proportion of Limpopo's population lives in rural and tribal areas. Housing projects in these areas often require engagement with the traditional authority and the local municipality simultaneously.
The Limpopo Rural Housing Programme builds homes in designated rural villages. Applications are submitted through the local municipality or, in some cases, through the traditional authority structure.
Current Waiting Times
Limpopo generally has shorter waiting times than Gauteng or the Western Cape, with estimates ranging from 3 to 8 years depending on the municipality and location. Smaller towns and rural areas may see faster delivery.
Polokwane has a higher backlog than smaller towns due to urbanisation.