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Overview

The Town and Country Planning Act of 2013,under past II 4(2) stipulates the function of Director of Town and Country Planning as to keep a register of persons registered to practice as physical planners in Botswana.

Who is eligible?

All individuals who have successfully attained a qualification within the discipline of planning.

How do I get this service?
  • Complete, and submit the application form to register as a physical planner
  • Pay the registration fee 
  • The Planner’s registration will process the application and register the planner based on whether the application fully satisfies all requirements requested
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of identity document or passport
  • Certified copy ( ies) of relevant academic certificate (s) from recognized academic planning institution (s)
  • Curriculum Vitae (cv)
  • Affiliation with a local planning institute
How long will this service take?

2 months

Where can I obtain this service?

For more information please contact the two DTCP offices available below. Opening hours are from 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays:

 

Department of Town and Country Planning (Head Quarters)

Private Bag 0042

Gaborone, Botswana

Tell: (+267) 3630700

Fax: (+267) 3956015

 

Department of Town and Country Planning (Regional Office)

Private Bag 16

Francistown, Botswana

Tell: (+267) 2412966

Fax: (+267) 2415817

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