About Zonely Blog

The Zonely Blog is a free resource from AB+HvD Architects — helping property owners, buyers, and developers navigate zoning rules, heritage overlays, and building regulations in South Africa.

Our Philosophy

Architecture isn't just design — it's guiding people through the maze of rules (zoning, overlays, heritage, HOAs, servitudes, council, and building regulations) to work out what's legal, what's possible, and how it actually gets built.

Who Runs Zonely?

Zonely is created by AB+HvD Architects, an architecture practice based in Cape Town & Knysna led by Hanneke (SACAP-registered architect) and Andrew Blair (co-founder).

What We Cover

• Zoning regulations, coverage limits, and height restrictions
• Heritage areas and departure processes
• Second dwellings, extensions, and subdivisions
• HOA, estate, and title deed constraints
• Guidance on taking a property idea from feasibility to built

To learn more about the Zonely tool or request a personal feasibility read from our team, visit Zonely.co.za/about or check out our Free Feasibility Review.