The functional objectives of the department are planning, designing, construction, operations and maintenance of; roads, foot paths, storm water drains, streetlights, high mast security lights, parks, recreational facilities and cemeteries. Maintenance of Council vehicles, plant and equipment also forms part of its objectives. Building inspectorate, public transport permitting management, traffic management as well as facilities and property management also form part of the functional objectives of the department. The department is also responsible for implementation of the Building and Housing Act in association with the Community Services Department, planning, monitoring, management and implementation of Council’s physical infrastructure land development project. It is also tasked with liaison with other service providers on service delivery and adherence to set standards.