GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 7111

PURSUANT to Regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Realty Brokers Limited, proposes to develop a modern residential complex of 1124 units in 8 Blocks of 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom houses, a parking silo with 2179 parking units, associated facilities and amenities on Plot L.R. 209/10211 within South C Area, Nairobi County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures Soil erosion • Excavated soil is to be used for backfilling excavated areas while excess soil is disposed of off-site. • Soils are not to be left exposed to wind/water. • Excavation activities to be done during the dry season to avoid soil erosion and siltation of streams. • Construction of effective drainages and culverts. • Plant soil binding grasses and other native plants. Air pollution • Control speed of vehicles and Prohibit idling. • Spray water during construction. • Maintenance vehicles and equipment regularly. • Provision of dust masks for use in dusty conditions. • Use serviceable vehicles/machinery to reduce smoke. • Water is to be sprayed on building undergoing demolition during decommissioning o reduce dust emission. Excess noise and • Use noise hearing protection devices when vibration working with noisy equipment or noisy environment. • Use serviceable equipment with low noise emission. • Instruct truck/machinery operators to avoid raving engines. • Noise reduction/ hearing protection devices when working with noisy equipment. • Use of noise protection (ear muff) during demolition. Generation of solid • Provide communal solid waste collection and liquid waste containers (skip) for the collection and storage prior to appropriate disposal. • County Government/NEMA to provide waste dumping site. • Engage a NEMA Registered Waste Collection Firm. • Construct a paved containment for storage of oils and other liquid chemicals being used in the construction site. 16th July, 2021 THE KENYA GAZETTE 3129 Possible Impacts Mitigation Measures • Contractor will develop and implement a Traffic management plan to mitigate possible accidents. Potential conflict • Establish a grievance redress mechanism that is easy to access for neighbours and stakeholders to report their concerns as they happen • Continuous communication between the developers and the stakeholders on the progress of the project and its effects. Water use and • During construction phase, use water increased economically to avoid wastage. demand • Conducting regular water system audits to identify and rectify any possible water leakages. • Provide additional source of water to reduce pressure on the existing water source. E.g. through rainfall harvest, and borehole drilling. • Incorporate water harvesting for landscaping and cleaning communal areas. • Implement water saving devices in the washrooms e.g. dual flush toilets, automatic shut-off taps, etc. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 301264)0100, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. (c) County Directors of Environment, Nairobi City County. A copy of the report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process regarding this project. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/1774507 National Environment Management Authority.