Residents of Geneva Court in Scottsdene say years of repair delays have left the complex with persistent leaks and damp. Mould has appeared alongside those moisture problems, and residents report other defects as well. The disagreement covers both the physical condition of the homes and the way building-maintenance complaints were handled. Their concerns have become a political issue ahead of South Africa’s 4 November 2026 local government elections. The dispute calls for a clear account of how complaints were escalated and resolved. It also raises questions about whether maintenance systems give residents a timely and accountable response. With the local vote approaching, the condition of Geneva Court and the handling of complaints are likely to remain an issue in Scottsdene’s political debate.