GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 1921

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Coordination Act, Cap. 387, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, International Housing Solutions, proposes to construct 3 multi-storey residential apartment blocks comprising a total of 210 units (90 No. one- bedroom and 120 No. two-bedroom units, internal access lanes/roads, parking areas, landscaping / green areas, 10m demarcated WRA riparian buffer zone, transformer, associated amenities and facilities on plot L.R. No. Dagoretti/Mutuini/1600, at Karen End, Mutuini location, Mutuini Ward, Dagoretti South Sub-County, Nairobi City County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Mitigation measures Biodiversity impacts • Preserve existing native vegetation on the site outside the project footprint. • Utilize native plant species in landscaping to replace lost trees and promote biodiversity. Riparian ecosystem disturbance • Protect and fence off the 10-m riparian buffer to prevent encroachment. • Install silt fences, sediment traps and diversion channels along the buffer edge. • Re-vegetate any disturbed riparian areas with indigenous plant species. 596 596 Impacts Mitigation measures Air pollution • Enclose the site with dust-proof net during construction • Undertake dust control measures such as using dust suppressants. • Using efficient machines with low emission technologies Noise and excessive vibrations • Erect suitable and adequate noise barriers during construction. • Use construction equipment/machinery that meet noise emission & vibration standards. Solid waste generation • Use of an integrated solid waste management system. • Contract a NEMA licensed waste management firm for disposal. Increased demand for water and energy • Harvest rainwater and use water from the own borehole to supplement water from NCWSC mains. • Install water efficient appliances • Consider integrating renewable energy sources like solar for lighting & heating. Occupational health and safety • Ensure proper training and supervision for workers on occupational health & safety. • Require all construction workers to wear appropriate PPE • Establish fire safety procedures (fire extinguishers, emergency exits, etc.) • Provide first aid kits at strategic places on the site Traffic management • Establish designated construction site entrance and exit for construction traffic. • Install proper signage (warnings, detours, speed limits within and around the site. • Ferry building materials during off-peak hours Gender-based violence; sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual harassment • Mandatory awareness creation for workers on required lawful conduct in Loresho community and legal consequences for failure to comply with laws • Mandatory signing and implementation of code of conduct for the workers Security and social impacts • Install perimeter fencing, controlled access points, and 24-hour security during construction. • Register and control all personnel and vehicle movements to prevent unauthorized entry. • Install CCTV, adequate lighting, and secure access systems during operation.. Carbon footprint • Use low-carbon, locally sourced construction materials and reduce construction waste including recycled/low- impact materials and on-site recycling to minimise embodied carbon and transport emissions. • Improve building energy efficiency and integrate renewable energy systems through insulation, energy-efficient appliances, natural lighting/ventilation, and rooftop solar. Emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures • Design suitable documented emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures to be used during any emergency. A full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Director General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (b) County-Director of Environment, Nairobi City County. A copy of the EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environmental 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 for this project. Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/8091437 National Environment Management Authority.