GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5009

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, Mettle Terra Development Limited proposes to construct an 18 storey residential building (2No. basements, ground floor, mezzanine floor, 18No. floors and a rooftop) comprising a total of 391 units (126 No. Studio units, 133 No. One bedroom units, 75 No. Two bedroom units, 38 No. Three bedroom units and 19 Four bedroom units) including swimming pool, sauna, gym, changing rooms, restaurant, kids play area, parking spaces, lifts, other associated facilities and amenities located on plot L.R. No. Nairobi/ Block 4/ 188 located along Sports Road in Westlands Area, Nairobi City County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impact Mitigation Measures Sound and vibrations pollution from construction machinery and vehicle movements.  Vehicles to move at low speed while within and around the site range.  Workers are encouraged to behave in an orderly manner.  Exposed workers will be provided with protective gear (noise muffs).  Grade sites to beneficial levels to be maintained and compensate appropriately the existing topography.  Maintain the cleanliness of the proposed development and its environs.  Use machines that are well serviced, oiled and maintained. Dust and particulate emissions  Workers to be provided with protective gear.  Provision of Construction masks and aprons as advised by DOSHS laws.  Observe EMCA (Air Quality Regulations, 2008)  Pursue good practices in energy use during operations and sensitize staff.  Provide appropriate personal protective equipment to site workers.  Ensure that the manuals of operations are followed to the latter to avoid possible accidents.  Ensure netting is done all around the proposed project as construction takes shape. Effluent/waste waters  Ensure connection to sewer line network has no spillage.  Dig drainage channels for water runoff.  Ensure that the rubbish bins are emptied whenever its full.  Get Approvals from relevant authorities regarding connections.  Do regular inspections along the draining lines to ensure no leakages. Vegetation regeneration  Do landscaping on completion of the proposed project.  Plant pot ornamental trees round the compound to improve the aesthetic appeal of the building.  Ensure the management company maintains all Impact Mitigation Measures vegetation cover regularly. Solid waste generated  Ensure that all solid wastes are collected and segregated.  Reuse those materials that can be reused.  Contact a licensed solid waste transporter to collect solid materials leakages and/or spillages.  Minimize waste at source by clear and harmonized procurement materials. Fire hazards  Ensure fire extinguishers are stationed in visible places.  Security personnel and occupants to be trained in firefighting skills.  Drilling exercises to be conducted regularly.  Train some of the premises maintainers team on how to use the fire-fighting equipment. Health and safety concerns  Provide personnel and passers-by signages and warnings, traffic control signs and warning.  Provide for appropriate signage and warnings at work sites.  Provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to site workers.  Provide for First Aid facilities as per the OSHA, 2007. Environmental auditing  Must be done annually to assess the efficacy of the development and how waste is being managed, the environmental status of the constructed development, security situation, health and safety of the occupants and employees among other parameters. The report will be submitted to NEMA to determine the level of compliance with EMCA regulations and implementation of this EMP. Security  Guarding proposed development by reputable security firm.  No outsiders should access the property without permission from the proponent.  Partnership with the neighbours to promote serenity in the area and conserve the environment.  Ensure all staff and workers at the proposed project are properly vetted. Traffic flow  Adequate road warning signs to traffic regulations.  Erect speed bumps where necessary.  Liaise closely with other development partners and government and council’s departments to upgrade the existing road networks. Oil leaks and spills  Use well serviced machinery to minimize grease/oil leaks.  No major servicing of the machinery at the site.  Ensure any oil leakages are dealt with immediately and site cleaned. High electricity demand  Energy conservation measures to be practiced.  Energy saving bulbs to be used in the houses.  Lights to be switched off when not in use.  Provide alternative source of power e.g. Solar Panels. Climatic change risks  Ensure the building Foundation can stand strong earthquakes.  Ensure there is adequate greenery within the building.  Using of Construction materials that have less 18241824 Impact Mitigation Measures carbon constituents.  Ensure drainage systems, flood drainages are cleared of any clogging.  Ensure the building adopts energy saving power generation systems like solar and installation of energy saving bulbs. 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 this publication 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/8098264 National Environment Management Authority.