Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Witzenberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Theewaterskloof Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swellendam Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Swartland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Stellenbosch Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Stellenbosch Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Stellenbosch Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Stellenbosch Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Saldanha Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Prince Albert Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Overstrand Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Oudtshoorn Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Mossel Bay Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Matzikama Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Langeberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Knysna Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Kannaland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Kannaland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Kannaland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Kannaland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Kannaland Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Hessequa Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of George Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Drakenstein Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cederberg Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Cape Agulhas Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede Valley Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede ValleyLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede ValleyLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede ValleyLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede ValleyLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Breede ValleyLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bitou Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bergrivier Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort West Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bergrivier Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bergrivier Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bergrivier Local Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Bergrivier Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.This layer covers the area of Beaufort West Local Municipality.
This layer contains Protected Areas (PAs).Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_PA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).NEMPAA - 1= type of protected area recognized in the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA); 0 = type not listed in NEMPAA.Name - Protected Area name.Type - Primary type of Protected Area.Type_2 - Secondary type of Protected Area, in terms of Mountain Catchment Areas (MCAs) and World Heritage Sites (WHSs).
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort West Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 1 (CBA1) which are those CBAs likely to be in a natural condition. These are divided into subcategories forest, terrestrial, river, wetlandand or estuary which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort West Local Municipality.
This layer contains Critical Biodiversity Areas category 2(CBA2) which are those CBAs likely to be in a degraded state or represent secondary vegetation. These are divided into subcategories terrestrialand aquatic which allows greater specificity when applying land use guidelines.
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_CBA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort WestLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 1 (ESA1) which are those ESAs likely to be in a functional condition ie. natural, near natural or only moderately degraded. These are further divided into types of ecological support function provided,
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA1_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort WestLocal Municipality.
This layer contains Ecological Support Areas category 2(ESA2) which are those ESAs likely to be in a severly degraded condition and require restoration where feasible. Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ESA2_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldbe used in conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.
Description: The Western Cape Biodiversity Spatial Plan (WCBSP) 2017 is the product of a systematic biodiversity planning assessment that delineates, ona map (via a Geographic Information System (GIS)), Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs) and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) whichrequire safeguarding to ensure the continued existence and functioning of species and ecosystems, including the delivery of ecosystemservices, across terrestrial and freshwater realms. These spatial priorities are used to inform sustainable development in the WesternCape Province. This product replaces all previous systematic biodiversity planning products and sector plans with updated layers andfeatures.
This layer covers the area of Beaufort West Local Municipality.
This layer contains Other Natural Areas (ONAs).
Publication Date: 6 March 2017
For more information please refer to the Cape Nature metadata for this layer available at http://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_ONA_LocalMunicipalities.pdf
The layers shouldusedin conjunction with the WCSBP 2017 handbook and its proposed landuse guidelines available athttp://sharepoint.westerncape.gov.za/depts/dotp/psm/smi/ProvincialSpatialInformation/Shared%20Documents/Spatial%20Data/Cape%20Nature%20Data/WCBSP2017/WCBSP2017_Handbook_Mar2017.docx
Field descriptions:
Quick_Ref - Quick reference assigned per categories: PA (Protected Area), CBA1 (Critical Biodiversity Area), CBA2 (Critical Biodiversity Area:Degraded), ESA1 (Ecological Support Area), ESA2 (Ecological Support Area: Restore), or ONA (Other Natural Area).Category - Full category name: Protected Area (PA), Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA1), Critical Biodiversity Area: Degraded (CBA2), Ecological Support Area (ESA1), Ecological Support Area: Restore (ESA2), or Other Natural Area (ONA).SubCat1 - Sub-category division into terrestrial and aquatic feature types for CBA1, CBA2 and ESA1 categories. Sub-category division into restoration types for ESA2 sites.SubCat2 - (CBA only) Further sub-category divisions into forest, terrestrial, river, wetland and estuary feature types.Feature - (ESA only) Type of ecological support function provided by the spatial record (of those mapped).Definition Definition of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.Mngmt_Obj - Desired Management Objective of the category to which the spatial record has been assigned.