Gordon’s Bay Mosque: Residents sow discord CapeTimesSA
The Gordon’s Bay Islamic Society says justice and religious tolerance have prevailed following the rezoning of land for a mosque to be built in the harbour town after more than 100 objections were raised by community members.
The relaxation of the building line from 5m to 3.5m was granted and a restriction that no amplified sound equipment be used for the call to prayer was imposed. The 135 objections that were submitted included concern about traffic. Gordon’s Bay Islamic Society chairperson Cassim Peer said yesterday: “We are pleased that justice has prevailed and the constitutional right for everyone to have a place of worship.
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