Certificate of Compliance (COC) Services in Sea Point
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Which Certificates a Sea Point Sale or Rental Usually Needs
Most Sea Point transactions involve an apartment, not a house. That changes who holds which certificate, and it is worth sorting out before the property is listed. The table is a starting point only. Your offer to purchase, the bank and the conveyancer have the final say.
| Property | Usually asked for | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Sectional title apartment, sale | Electrical COC for the unit; water installation certificate; gas certificate if gas is installed | Ask your conveyancer how the City’s water certificate applies to a unit. Common-property certificates come from the body corporate. |
| Freehold house on the slopes, sale | Electrical COC; water certificate; gas, electric fence and beetle certificates where they apply | Outbuildings, garden lighting and a gate motor all form part of the electrical installation. |
| Apartment or house, rental | Electrical COC at minimum | The Electrical Installation Regulations put the duty on the user or lessor. |
| Shop, restaurant or office | Electrical COC; gas certificate for gas kitchens or heating | Lease terms often say who arranges certificates at handover. |
If you are not sure what applies to your property, send the address with a short description of what is installed: gas hob or cylinders, electric geyser or gas geyser, any fence, a granny flat, and solar or backup equipment. We issue Cape compliance certificates for electrical, plumbing, gas, electric fence, beetle and solar inspections.
Sectional Title in Sea Point: Unit Certificates and Common Property
Sea Point is dominated by sectional title apartments, so the dividing line between your unit and the building matters. In general, the unit owner is responsible for the installation inside their section, and the body corporate is responsible for installations on common property. Property24’s guidance for sectional title sellers makes the same distinction, and each scheme’s rules fill in the details.
What the unit owner arranges
The electrical Certificate of Compliance for your unit covers the wiring from the unit’s board onwards: the board, circuits, sockets, switches and fixed lighting, plus any fixed installation you added. If you have a gas hob or other fixed gas installation inside the unit, the gas certificate is normally yours too.
What the body corporate holds
Gate motors, security lighting, perimeter electric fences and shared boards are normally the body corporate’s responsibility. A seller in a scheme should ask the managing agent for copies of the current common-property certificates early, because the transfer attorneys may want them and the managing agent may need time to retrieve them.
Trustees can make life easier for every seller by keeping a current set of certificates on file, updating it after any work, and arranging periodic inspections of shared equipment. Managing agents looking after several buildings can request a combined quote.
What Tends to Fail in Older Sea Point Buildings
Sea Point includes Art Deco apartment blocks and some Victorian-era homes, alongside newer buildings, and older stock has often had wiring added piecemeal over the years. An older building does not automatically fail an inspection, but certain items turn up often enough to be worth checking before the inspector arrives.
| Item | Why it appears | Usual remedy |
|---|---|---|
| No working earth leakage protection | Original boards often predate it | Fit a tested earth leakage device or replace the board |
| Crowded, unlabelled or mixed-component DB board | Circuits added over time without tidying | Label on the spot, or replace the board |
| Corroded terminals and enclosures | Salt air reaches meter rooms, balconies and garages | Clean and re-terminate, or replace damaged parts |
| Reversed polarity or missing earth at sockets | Old or amateur sockets and extensions | Rewire the socket and replace damaged faceplates |
| Missing bonding to metal pipework | Plumbing renovated since the original wiring | Bond metal pipes to earth |
| DIY additions, such as air-conditioning or extra circuits | Renovations done without a certificate | Make compliant, or remove |
Because the unit is only one part of a building that may have several owners, an inspector may find that the fault lies in the supply to the unit rather than in the unit itself. In that case the body corporate has to be involved.
Selling Fast and Letting Short Term: Timing and Validity
Apartments in Sea Point change hands and tenants often, and many are let to visitors as well as long-term occupants. That puts a premium on getting the paperwork right the first time.
- Before listing. Book the inspections while you choose an agent, so repairs can be done before a buyer is involved.
- At mandate. Under the Property Practitioners Act, the seller or lessor completes a mandatory disclosure form listing known defects before the agent takes the mandate. It is separate from compliance certificates, which are issued after an inspection.
- After the offer. Read the compliance clauses. They set out which certificates are required, who arranges them and by when.
- Before lodgement. Check the date on the electrical certificate against the expected date of transfer.
Regulation 7(5) of the Electrical Installation Regulations says the user or lessor may not allow a change of ownership if the electrical certificate is more than two years old. If a unit sits on the market for months, check the date again before the conveyancer lodges. A landlord who lets a unit to guests or tenants should hold a current certificate before the first occupant arrives, and check the scheme’s rules on short-term letting. If you alter the installation after the inspection, a new certificate is needed for the new work.
Water, Gas, Electric Fence and Beetle Certificates in Sea Point
The electrical COC gets most of the attention, but a Sea Point sale can involve more.
Water installation certificate
The City of Cape Town requires a water installation certificate of compliance on transfer of ownership, signed by a plumber registered with the City, and the conveyancing attorney submits it. For an apartment, ask the conveyancer how the requirement applies to your unit and building. See our page on the plumbing compliance certificate.
Gas
The gas certificate of conformity is required under regulation 17(3) of the Pressure Equipment Regulations and covers the fixed installation: pipework, fixed appliances and cylinder positions. Portable appliances such as a gas braai are not covered. There is no fixed validity period in the regulations, and a new certificate is normally needed after any alteration or change of ownership. See gas compliance certificates.
Electric fence
Fences installed or altered after 1 October 2012 fall under regulation 12 of the Electrical Machinery Regulations, 2011. Whether a new certificate is needed at every sale is something commentary disagrees on, so rely on your agreement and conveyancer. See electric fence inspections.
Beetle
A beetle certificate is not required by legislation. It comes from a clause in the sale agreement and is customary in coastal parts of the Western Cape. It is most relevant where there is exposed timber, such as roof structures, floors and joinery. See beetle certificates.
Converted, Heritage-Graded and Mixed-Use Buildings
Some of Sea Point’s older apartment buildings began life as larger houses or hotels and were later converted into flats. Others are heritage-graded Victorian or Art Deco buildings. Neither status stops a certificate being issued. The certificate is about whether the electrical installation is safe and tests correctly against the wiring code, not about the age or style of the building.
Three practical points follow from this kind of history. First, the inspector needs access to every part of the installation, including roof spaces, meter rooms, locked cupboards and outbuildings, so arrange access before the visit. Second, if remedial work such as a new external box or conduit would be visible from the street, find out whether the building is graded and whether approval is needed. Third, a unit in a converted building may be supplied through shared wiring and boards, so the unit’s installation and the building’s installation may overlap and the body corporate should be involved from the outset.
Mixed-use buildings with a shop or office on the ground floor and flats above add another layer. Each occupant has their own installation to certify, and the shared parts belong to the body corporate.
Avoiding Fake Certificates and Choosing Who Inspects Your Property
The Department of Employment and Labour has warned the public about people posing as registered electrical contractors and issuing certificates for installations that were not safe. A fake or invalid certificate can sink a transfer and leave an unsafe installation behind. Only a registered person may issue an electrical certificate, and a proper certificate carries the registered person’s details, a unique number, the address, the date and a completed test report.
Red flags include a certificate offered without anyone visiting the property, a price far below every other quote, blank test sections, and an inspector who cannot show registration. Thermo Group is a member of the Electrical Contractors’ Association of South Africa (ECA) and the Institute of Plumbing South Africa (IOPSA), and certificates are issued by Thermo Compliance, a division of Thermo Group. Membership is one more thing to check, not a substitute for registration.
There is no call-out fee and no obligation. To arrange an inspection, call 021 203 5337 or 082 302 0683, or request a quote.
Thermo Group also provides certificates in nearby Green Point, Three Anchor Bay, Mouille Point and Bantry Bay. The citywide guide is on our compliance certificates in Cape Town page, and the electrical side is explained in the electrical certificate of compliance guide.
Compliance Certificates Sea Point: More Questions Answered
The City of Cape Town requires a water installation certificate on transfer of ownership, signed by a plumber registered with the City and submitted by the conveyancing attorney. How it applies to a sectional title unit can depend on the scheme, so ask your conveyancer early.
The body corporate, usually through the managing agent. Gate motors, security lighting, shared boards and perimeter electric fences are normally common property. As a seller, ask the managing agent for current copies early, because your transfer attorneys may want them.
If you have a fixed gas installation, such as pipework, a fixed hob or cylinders in a set position, a gas certificate of conformity is normally needed at sale and after alterations. Portable appliances are not covered. A registered gas installer can confirm what applies.
Beetle certificates are not required by law. They come from a clause in the sale agreement, and banks or buyers may ask for one. They matter most where there is exposed timber such as roof structures or floors, so check the clause with your conveyancer.
The regulations require every user or lessor to hold a valid certificate, which applies to a unit let to guests as well as to tenants. Check also whether your body corporate rules or the people you let through set additional requirements.
It should show the registered person’s name, signature and registration details, a unique certificate number, the property address and a description of the installation, the date of issue, and a completed test report. If any of this is missing, ask for it or have it checked.
Regulation 7(5) says a change of ownership may not go ahead on an electrical certificate older than two years, but banks, buyers and agreements can set their own standard. Check the clause, and if the dates do not work, arrange a fresh inspection before lodgement.
Yes. The certificate confirms that the electrical installation is safe and tests correctly, not that the building is new. Arrange access to all areas, and check whether any visible remedial work on a graded building needs approval before it is done.
Thermo Compliance is a division of Thermo Group that specialises in Electrical, Plumbing, Gas, Beetle, Electric Fence & Solar Certificates of Compliance (COC) for Sea Point and the wider Atlantic Seaboard.
Whether you need an Electrical COC, Plumbing (Water) COC, Gas Certificate of Compliance, Beetle (Wood Destroying Organism) COC, Electric Fence COC or Solar COC in Sea Point, our registered inspectors handle every certificate type — for cash sales, property transfers, and rentals alike.
Plumbing, Gas, Beetle & Electric Fence Compliance in Sea Point
Beyond electrical work, Thermo Compliance issues the full range of Certificates of Compliance property owners in Sea Point need. Our Plumbing (Water) COC inspections check geysers, pipework and drainage in Sea Point’s apartment blocks and houses. Our Gas Certificate of Compliance covers gas hobs, gas geysers and LPG installations common in the suburb’s renovated kitchens. A Beetle (Wood Destroying Organism) Certificate is often required before transfer on Sea Point’s older timber-floored apartments and Art Deco buildings. And where a property has an Electric Fence or perimeter security system, we issue the required Electric Fence COC. As with our electrical work, every certificate is backed by a proper inspection, clear reporting, and repairs carried out by our own qualified team where needed.
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Looking for a trusted and professional provider of Electrical Certificates of Compliance (COCs) in Sea Point, Cape Town?
Thermo Compliance provides professional electrical inspections, compliance testing, fault finding, repairs and Electrical Certificate of Compliance services for apartments, sectional title units and houses throughout Sea Point, from the Beach Road high-rises to the streets climbing up towards Fresnaye and Green Point.
Sea Point is one of the most densely built-up suburbs on the Atlantic Seaboard, dominated by mid-century apartment blocks that have stood along the Promenade since the 1950s and 60s. That mix of older buildings and an unusually high volume of sectional title sales means our compliance team ends up here more often than in almost any other Cape Town suburb.
Whether you’re an agent or seller needing a COC ahead of transfer on a Regent Road or Beach Road apartment, a body corporate arranging compliance work in a block’s shared meter room, or a homeowner near the Sea Point Pavilion wanting a backup power setup properly certified, Thermo Compliance can assist.
Electrical COC Services in Sea Point
Our qualified electricians carry out comprehensive electrical inspections and compliance assessments throughout Sea Point, Fresnaye and the surrounding Atlantic Seaboard.
Our services include:
- Electrical Certificate of Compliance inspections
- Electrical COCs for property transfers
- New Electrical Certificates of Compliance
- Electrical inspections for apartments and sectional title units
- Electrical compliance inspections for commercial and retail properties along Main Road
- Electrical fault finding and repairs
- Distribution board and shared meter room inspections
- Earth leakage testing
- Plug point and lighting circuit testing
- Main switch and circuit breaker testing
- Earthing and bonding verification
- Wiring and cable inspections
- Electrical upgrades and compliance repairs
- Repairs required before an Electrical COC can be issued
Electrical Inspections for Sea Point’s Apartment Blocks
Sea Point’s biggest compliance challenge isn’t wind or sand, it’s age and density. Many of the suburb’s apartment blocks were wired decades before today’s electrical regulations existed, and a lot of that original wiring, and the shared distribution boards feeding dozens of units, is now well past the point where a COC can simply be signed off without upgrade work.
Add to that Sea Point’s very high turnover of apartment sales and rentals, plus a growing number of owners installing balcony-mounted inverters and battery backup systems in response to load shedding, and each inspection has to account for both the building’s original infrastructure and whatever’s been added to it since. Where a solar or backup power system has been installed on a balcony or in a unit, we also check that it’s been wired and earthed correctly, since it’s rarely covered by the block’s original design.
Where common property is involved, such as a shared DB room or the building’s main supply, we’re used to working alongside body corporates and managing agents to get compliance work approved and completed with minimum disruption to other residents.
Buying or Selling a Property in Sea Point?
If you are selling an apartment or house in Sea Point, an Electrical Certificate of Compliance is required as part of the property transfer process, and given how frequently units here change hands, it’s one of the most common reasons we’re called out to the area.
Thermo Compliance can carry out a professional inspection of the electrical installation and provide a clear assessment of any items that require attention.
Where non-compliant or unsafe items are identified, our experienced electricians can carry out the necessary electrical repairs and upgrades. Once the required work has been completed and the installation meets the applicable requirements, the necessary Electrical Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
This allows you to deal with the inspection, repairs and compliance process through one professional electrical team.
Common Electrical Compliance Issues We Find in Sea Point
During an Electrical COC inspection in Sea Point, we regularly come across:
- Ageing wiring and shared distribution boards in mid-century apartment blocks
- Balcony or patio-mounted inverters and battery systems not correctly wired or earthed
- Corrosion of switchgear and outdoor points in units exposed to sea air along Beach Road
- Non-compliant electrical work from short-term rental and Airbnb conversions
- Missing or faulty earth leakage protection in older units
- Overloaded circuits in subdivided or repurposed apartments
- Plug point and lighting circuit faults in high-turnover rental units
- Outdated main switches and circuit breakers that no longer meet current standards
Each property and electrical installation is different, which is why a proper inspection is important before an Electrical Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
Electrical Repairs and Compliance Work in Sea Point
If faults or non-compliant items are identified during the inspection, Thermo Compliance can assist with the necessary electrical repairs and compliance work. Rather than simply identifying the problems, our qualified electricians carry out full installation and repair work for Sea Point properties, from Beach Road apartments to family homes on the slopes towards Fresnaye.
Electrical Installations
We install: new electrical wiring, plug points and lighting circuits, LED lighting upgrades, distribution board replacements and upgrades for older blocks, inverter and battery backup wiring for apartments, main electrical supplies and circuit breakers, and earth leakage and surge protection.
Electrical Repairs
Our electricians quickly diagnose and repair power failures, tripping breakers, earth leakage faults, faulty plug points and light fittings, ageing-wiring faults in older blocks, and balcony or outdoor electrical faults.
Solar Installation & Maintenance in Sea Point
Rooftop space in Sea Point is often shared or limited, since most properties are apartments rather than standalone houses, so many residents opt for battery and inverter backup systems rather than a full rooftop solar array. Where roof or garden space does allow it, particularly on houses higher up towards Fresnaye and Rocklands, Thermo Group offers complete solar solutions from installation through to ongoing maintenance.
For sectional title properties, we’re familiar with the body corporate approval process that installing solar or backup power on common property usually requires, and can help prepare the technical information needed for that sign-off.
Our solar and backup power services include solar PV installations, battery storage systems, hybrid inverter installations, backup power systems for apartments and houses, solar fault finding and servicing, panel cleaning and monitoring, and inverter and battery replacements.
Want a New Installation Instead of a Certificate?
The booking form below is set up for compliance certificate inspections. If you’re after a new solar installation, electrical installation, or repair work instead, it’s quicker to WhatsApp us or call us on 021 203 5337 and we’ll arrange a quote directly.
Why Choose Thermo Compliance for Your Electrical COC in Sea Point?
Thermo Compliance has carried out numerous electrical inspections and compliance assessments in Sea Point apartment blocks, houses and commercial units along Main Road.
We focus on providing a professional and thorough service, with clear communication throughout the inspection and compliance process.
When you choose Thermo Compliance, you benefit from:
- Experienced and qualified electricians
- Inspections that account for Sea Point’s older apartment wiring and shared building infrastructure
- Thorough electrical compliance testing
- Clear reporting and explanations
- Electrical fault finding and repairs
- Compliance upgrades and corrective work
- Residential, rental and body corporate services
- Assistance with property transfer requirements
- One team for inspection, repairs and certification
- Service throughout Sea Point, Fresnaye, Green Point and the greater Atlantic Seaboard
Book a Certificate of Compliance Inspection in Sea Point, Cape Town
If you require a Certificate of Compliance in Sea Point — Electrical, Gas, Electric Fence or Water — need an inspection before selling your apartment or house, or have been advised that your property requires compliance work, Thermo Compliance is ready to assist.
Our team provides professional Electrical, Gas, Electric Fence and Water compliance inspections, fault finding, repairs and certification services throughout Sea Point and the Atlantic Seaboard.
Contact Thermo Compliance today to arrange your Certificate of Compliance inspection in Sea Point.
Nearby Areas We Also Serve
Thermo Compliance also provides Certificate of Compliance services in these nearby Cape Town suburbs:
- Certificate of Compliance Constantia
- Certificate of Compliance Rondebosch
- Certificate of Compliance Claremont
- Certificate of Compliance Parklands
- Certificate of Compliance Sunningdale
- Certificate of Compliance Camps Bay
- Certificate of Compliance Blouberg
See our full Areas We Service page or our Compliance Certificates in Cape Town overview for more information.
Areas We Provide Certificate of Compliance (COC) Inspections
We proudly provide Certificate of Compliance (Electrical, Gas, Electric Fence & Water) services throughout Cape Town Including:
Cape Town City Centre(CBD), Bishopscourt, Constantia, Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay, Sea Point, Green Point, Newlands, Pinelands, Claremont, Rondebosch, Hout Bay, Fish Hoek, Noordhoek, Simons Town, Durbanville, Plattekloof, Edgemead, Century City, Bloubergstrand, Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Strand and surrounding areas. We also offer our services throughout the Western Cape.
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What is an Electrical Certificate of Compliance (COC) in Sea Point?
An Electrical Certificate of Compliance (COC) — also known as an electrical clearance certificate — is an official document issued by a registered electrical contractor confirming that a property’s electrical installation complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Electrical Installation Regulations. We issue Electrical COCs throughout Sea Point, covering Sea Point’s mix of older Art Deco apartment blocks and newer sectional title developments.
When is an Electrical Certificate of Compliance required?
An Electrical Certificate of Compliance is generally required when a property is sold and ownership is transferred to a new owner. It may also be required after significant alterations or additions have been made to the electrical installation, such as installing a new distribution board, rewiring, or adding a solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Who is responsible for obtaining the Electrical Certificate of Compliance?
In most property transfers, the seller is responsible for providing a valid Electrical Certificate of Compliance before transfer can take place, unless the Offer to Purchase states otherwise. The conveyancing attorney will usually request the certificate as part of the transfer documentation.
How long is an Electrical Certificate of Compliance valid?
An Electrical Certificate of Compliance does not have a fixed expiry date. It remains valid provided that no changes, alterations, additions, or repairs have been made to the electrical installation after the certificate was issued. If modifications have been carried out, a new or supplementary certificate may be required for the affected work.
What is inspected during an Electrical COC inspection?
During an Electrical Certificate of Compliance inspection, a qualified electrician assesses the safety and compliance of the electrical installation. This may include inspecting:
- Distribution boards
- Earth leakage protection
- Circuit breakers
- Earthing and bonding
- Electrical wiring
- Plug points and switches
- Lighting circuits
- Main isolator
- Cable terminations
- Electrical connections
- Compliance labelling
- General safety of the installation
The purpose of the inspection is to identify any defects that could pose a safety risk or prevent compliance.
How long does an Electrical COC inspection take?
The duration of an inspection depends on the size and complexity of the property. Most residential inspections take between one and three hours. Larger homes or commercial properties may require additional time.
What happens if my property fails the inspection?
If non-compliant items are identified, the inspector will provide a report outlining the defects that must be corrected before the certificate can be issued. Once the required repairs have been completed, the installation is re-inspected, and the Electrical Certificate of Compliance can then be issued if all requirements have been met.
Can Thermo Compliance complete the repairs?
Yes. If defects are identified during the inspection, Thermo Compliance can provide a quotation for the required repairs and complete the remedial work using qualified electricians. Once the installation complies with the applicable regulations, the Electrical Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
Can I use my own electrician to carry out repairs?
Yes. You are free to appoint any suitably qualified and registered electrical contractor to complete the repairs. But because of problems we have had in the past with many electrical contractors that don’t carry out repairs correctly, Thermo Compliance will not sign off work that has been done by another contractor or company. It would also be better to get Thermo Compliance to carry out the repairs because our technicians have many years of compliance experience and it will also avoid you sitting with many problems and unresolved compliance issues. Because of our experience, technical ability, understanding of the laws and track record many still rate us as the best Certificate of Compliance Company in Cape Town!
Contact us, and we will make sure the process is smooth and stress free.
Will an older property automatically fail an Electrical COC inspection?
No. The age of a property does not determine whether it will pass or fail. We regularly inspect Sea Point’s mix of older Art Deco apartment blocks and newer sectional title developments in Sea Point, and many older buildings fully comply with the regulations because they have been properly maintained and upgraded over the years. The inspection focuses on whether the installation complies with the applicable regulations at the time of the inspection.
Can I sell my property without an Electrical Certificate of Compliance?
In most cases, no. The seller is generally required to provide a valid Electrical Certificate of Compliance before the property transfer can be completed. Without the required certificate, the transfer process may be delayed until compliance has been achieved.
Does installing solar panels require a new Electrical Certificate of Compliance?
If a solar PV system has been added or significant alterations have been made to the electrical installation, a supplementary Electrical Certificate of Compliance may be required for the new work. The exact requirements depend on the nature of the installation and the existing electrical system.
What is a Supplementary Electrical Certificate of Compliance?
A Supplementary Electrical Certificate of Compliance is issued when additions or alterations have been made to an existing electrical installation that already has a valid certificate. It confirms that the newly installed or modified portion complies with the applicable regulations without replacing the original certificate for the rest of the installation.
Does an Electrical Certificate of Compliance guarantee that nothing will ever go wrong?
No. An Electrical Certificate of Compliance confirms that the electrical installation complied with the applicable regulations at the time it was inspected. Like any system, electrical installations require ongoing maintenance, and components may deteriorate or become damaged over time.
Why should I choose Thermo Compliance for my Electrical COC?
Thermo Compliance provides professional Electrical Certificate of Compliance inspections throughout Sea Point and the greater Cape Town area. Our experienced team offers thorough inspections, clear reporting, honest advice, and, where required, complete compliance repairs to help Sea Point property owners achieve their COC certificate of compliance as quickly and efficiently as possible. We work with homeowners, estate agents, conveyancers, property managers, and businesses to ensure a smooth and hassle-free compliance process.
What happens if my property in Sea Point doesn’t pass the compliance inspection?
If any part of the installation doesn’t meet SANS 10142-1 standards, we provide a written schedule of defects with a clear, itemised quote to fix them. Once the repairs are done, we re-inspect your Sea Point property at no extra call-out charge and issue the Certificate of Compliance as soon as it passes.
Does a Certificate of Compliance cover my geyser, stove and other appliances in Sea Point?
A COC covers the fixed electrical installation — wiring, distribution boards, earthing, and the points appliances connect to — rather than the appliances themselves. So your geyser’s wiring, isolator switch and earthing are inspected, but a faulty geyser element or stove isn’t part of the COC. If you’d like your Sea Point property’s appliances tested at the same time, we’re happy to check those during the same visit.
Do I need a separate Certificate of Compliance for a granny flat or flatlet in Sea Point?
Yes — any self-contained flatlet, granny flat or cottage with its own electrical connection needs to be included in the compliance inspection, even if it shares a meter with the main house. We check the sub-circuit, isolator and earthing for the flatlet as part of the same Sea Point COC visit, so you get one certificate covering the whole property.