What We Do

The Council for the Built Environment (CBE) is a Schedule 3A Public Entity that reports to the National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. It is a regulatory body established under the Council for the Built Environment Act (No. 43 of 2000) (the CBE Act). The CBE was established for the purpose of instilling good conduct within built environment professions, mobilising transformation in the built environment professions, protecting the interest of the public and advising the South African Government on Built Environment related issues.

Brand Promise

The Council for the Built Environment is committed to upholding the highest standards of governance, integrity, and accountability within the built environment sector.

Our Brand Promise is to lead with transparency, regulate with fairness, and serve with professionalism. We strive to protect the public, support the development of built environment professions, and promote excellence across all councils under our oversight.

Through ethical leadership and sound governance, we aim to build trust, strengthen confidence, and ensure sustainable growth within South Africa’s built environment.