GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 7189

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, The Islamic Foundation Nairobi Registered Trustees proposes to develop a residential apartment consisting of 2 blocks, with a total of 236No. units. Block one will have 24 floors (120No. units 2-bedroom, 80No.units 1- bedroom). Block two will have 18 floors (36No.units 3-bedroom with DSQ). Two basements, parking space, open office space, gym, associated facilities and amenities. The proposed project will be located on plot L.R. No. 1870/III/233, along School lane, Westland , Nairobi City County The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Solid waste generation • Use of an Integrated Solid Waste Management System; through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse. • Engage the services of registered waste handlers to collect and transport waste to designated disposal sites and to manage waste in line with the Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Increase generation of waste water • Provision of adequate and appropriate sanitary facilities for the workers during construction phase and tenants during the operation phase of the facility. • Connecting and channelling all liquid/effluent wastes to the existing sewer system. Exploitation of construction materials • The Proponent will source building materials such as sand, ballast and hard core from registered quarry and sand mining firms, whose extraction sites have undergone satisfactory environmental impact assessment/audit and received NEMA approval. • The Proponent shall consider reuse of building materials and use of recycled building materials where applicable. Increased traffic • Ensure all construction vehicles to and from the construction site use the designated. • Entry/Exit to the project site and ensure there is a traffic marshal at the site directing traffic. • All transportation of construction raw materials and excavated materials are to be conducted at traffic off peak hours only. Soil erosion • Avoid unnecessary excavations and other soil disturbances that can predispose it to the agents of erosion and control excavation works especially during rainy/wet conditions. • The stockpiling of construction materials shall be properly controlled and managed. Air pollution/ dust emission • Regular sprinkling of water on work areas to prevent fugitive dust violations. • Use of dust nets/screens around the construction site to contain and arrest dust. • Provide PPEs to the workers in dusty areas on the site. • Monitor the air pollution levels regularly as per the Air Quality regulations. Noise and excessive vibrations • Construction works shall be carried out only during the day from 0800hrs to 1700 hrs. • Noise shields shall be used on noisy equipment. • Bill board shall be erected at the construction site entrance to notify of the construction activities and timings. • Regular monitoring of noise levels at the site as per the regulations. 2430 2430 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Increased water demand • Drill a borehole to supplement the county supply. • Provision of adequate underground and roof tanks for water storage. • Use water efficient appliances and fixtures for conservation of water. • Prompt detect and repair of all the water fixtures and fittings to reduce water wastage. Increased energy demand • Use of solar energy as an alternative source of energy. • Monitor energy use during construction and set reasonable limit. • Install and routine maintenance of energy efficient appliances. Surface run-off and storm water management • Ensure that all the solid waste management during construction and operational phases of the project do comply with the (Waste management) regulations of 2006. Semi permeable materials will be used for construction of pavements. • After completion of construction, the proponent shall embark on comprehensive landscaping. • Drainage channels shall be covered. Disturbance of the existing vegetation • Preserve the existing natural vegetation as much as possible. • Set out a plan for re-vegetation of disturbed areas. Risk of fire outbreak • Provide adequate firefighting equipment and train staff on the use and ensure regular maintenance. • Conduct regular firefighting drills within the site. • Develop and post at the site fire emergency and evacuation procedures. • Maintain on site telephone contacts for fire brigade and ambulance service provider. Oil leakages and spills on the environment • All machinery shall be keenly inspected not to leak oils on the ground. • Install oil trapping equipment in areas where there is a likelihood of oil spillage. • Proper disposal of waste oil. Emergence and spread of social vices • The contractor shall install 24hr operating CCTV surveillance which will be monitored regularly. • Offer awareness, guidance and counselling on HIV/AIDS and other STDs to employees. • Ensure enforcement of relevant legal policy on sexual harassment. Occupational health and safety • All workers shall use properly fitting PPEs to avoid injuries and illness which include working boots, overalls, helmets, goggles, earmuffs, masks, gloves etc. • The contractor shall adapt a suitable emergence response plan to manage occurrence of anticipated hazards during construction phase. • Comply with OSHA 2007 and all other relevant regulations governing health and safety of workplaces. 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, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30126–00100, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (c) County Director 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/5182530 National Environment Management.