Property Information An Information and Service Directory Every property in the City of Johannesburg has a set of regulations to control development. These regulations are determined by the zoning of the property. Property zoning is set out in the applicable Town Planning Scheme, which determines such aspects as possible land use, floor area, coverage, building lines, parking provisions etc. There are presently different Town Planning Schemes for different areas of the City of Johannesburg. It is important to establish which scheme applies to which area, as the specific requirements of the schemes differ. The intent of this document is to provide our customers with a guide when completing and submitting property related applications.