GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 4068

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act, 1999, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above-proposed project. The proponent, LAPTRUST proposes to construct 13No. blocks of residential apartments of 15No. floors each (ground, 15No. floors plus a roof floor) comprising a total of 1284 No. units (31NO. One bedroom units, 865No. two bedroom units of type A, B, C and D and 388No. three bedroom units), 99No. shops, circulation spaces, parking silos, health centre with wellness and hospitality components, associated facilities and amenities. The proposed project will be located on Plot L.R. No. Kisumu Municipality/Block 9/28 (a portion thereof). The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Environmental Impacts Mitigation Measures Change of land use • Apply for and obtain a change of user from the County Government of Kisumu. • Landscaping of the area post construction. Overexploitation of raw materials • Adoption of green building technologies. • Conservation of resources; use of renewable resources; rain water harvesting and storage; installation of solar energy systems. • Sourcing materials from environmentally compliant suppliers/sources. • Use of recyclable materials; Installation of water conserving taps and facilities; waste water recycling and reuse. • Ensure electrical equipment, appliances and lights are switched off when not being used. • Design to provide for adequate natural lighting and ventilation. Increased water demand and effluent generation • Liaise with Kisumu Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited to ensure reliable supply of water to the development. • Install oil and grease traps in the kitchen sinks. • Installation of water-conserving automatic taps and toilets. • Any water leaks through damaged pipes and faulty taps shall be fixed promptly by a qualified staff. • Comply with the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Water Quality Regulations), 2006. Solid waste generation and management • Procure appropriate infrastructure for solid waste management including receptacles with segregation capacity. • Designate of a waste collection area. • Procure the services of a NEMA licensed contractor. • Comply with the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Sustainable Waste Management Act) 2022. Public health and occupational safety and health risks • Register the site with Director of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHs) as a workplace. • Ensure workers are allocated duties and responsibilities based on their training and competencies. THE KENYA GAZETTE 5th April, 2024 Environmental Impacts Mitigation Measures • Provide first aid kits at the site and train selected employees on first aid administration. • Provide and enforce the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs). • Erect safety signage and boards at all construction zones. • Ensure moving parts of machines and sharp surfaces are securely protected with guards to avoid unnecessary contacts and injuries. • All accidents should be reported, investigated and corrective action taken to prevent reoccurrence. • Contractor should have appropriate insurance cover as per the Work Injury Benefits Act. • Comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007. Noise pollution • Locate peak noise producing machines away from settlements. • Procure and provide adequate earmuffs. • Use serviceable machinery. • Sensitize truck drivers to avoid unnecessary hooting and running of vehicle engines • Comply with Environmental Management and Co-ordination the (Noise Regulations), Air pollution • Install appropriate and adequate dust screens around the project site. • Sprinkle water at the excavation areas to suppress fugitive dust. • Cover stockpiles of construction materials. • Procure, provide and enforce the use of dust masks. • Use serviceable machinery/equipment and trucks. • Comply with Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Air Quality Regulations), 2014. Traffic congestion • Erect signage and warnings along the road to forewarn other road users on the use of the road by HCVs. • Offload construction materials on the site and not on the road reserves to ensure smooth flow of traffic. • Sensitize drivers to observe the designated speed limit along the road. • Comply with the provisions of the Environmental Management and Co- ordination Act (Traffic Act), 2016. Impacts of climate change • Incorporate climate change proofing in the design of the proposed residential development. • Comply with the Climate Change Act, 2023 and National Climate Change Action Plan 2018-2022. Fire risks and emergency • Ensure the development with an insurance company to safeguard against loses from fire risks. • Develop, clearly display and implement a fire and emergency response action plan. Environmental Impacts Mitigation Measures • Install appropriate firefighting equipment at strategic locations within the development. • Firefighting equipment should be serviced by fire service providers. • Designate a fire assembly point and clearly display emergency exit points at strategic locations within the development. • Size all staircases for emergency escape. • Undertake regular inspection and maintenance of electrical appliances. Insecurity • Contract a reputable security company to provide adequate guards, radio and alarm back-ups. • Install CCTV cameras at strategic locations within the development. • Control access to the development at all times. • Provide adequate lighting along the sky streets and the fence areas of the development. Increased energy demand • Sensitize the residents to switch off lights along the stairways and corridors when not in use. • Promote the use of energy saving bulbs in the apartments. • Harness solar energy to power lighting system in areas such walkways and parking areas among others. • Install solar water heating systems. 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, Kisumu 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/6222483 National Environment Management.