GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 1452

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act, 2019, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Bamburi Sunspot Apartment Limited proposes to construct 11 residential blocks (A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, Z) with a total of 528 units. Block A and B each will have 9 floors (18No.units 1-bedroom, 18No.units 2-bedroom and 18No.units 3-bedroom). Block C and D each will have 8 floors (16No.units 2-bedroom and 32No.units 3-bedroom). Block E and F each will have 8 floors (16 No.units 1-bedroom, 16 No. units 2-bedroom and 16No.units 3- bedroom). Block G, H, I, and J all will have 8 floors (16No.units 2- bedroom and 32No.units 3-bedroom). Block Z will comprise of 8 floors (18No.units 2-bedroom, 18No.units 3-bedroom), parking spaces, other associated facilities and amenities, on plot L.R. No. MN/1/17713 in Bamburi Ward, Kisauni Sub-County, Mombasa County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impact Mitigation Measure Dust emission • Watering all active construction areas as and when necessary to lay dust. • Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand and other loose materials or require all trucks to maintain at least two feet of freeboard. 9th February, 2024 THE KENYA GAZETTE Impact Mitigation Measure • Pave, apply water when necessary, or apply (non-toxic) soil stabilizers on all unpaved access roads, parking areas and staging areas at construction sites. • Sweep daily (with physical sweepers) all paved access roads, parking areas and staging areas at construction sites. • Cover construction site with hessian cloth/ scaffolding netting to contain the dust within the premises and plant trees around the site upon construction completion. Noise pollution • Use of noise suppressors or silencers on noisy equipment or noise shields i.e. corrugated iron sheet structures. • Construction works should be carried out only during the specified time i.e. from say 0800hrs to 1700 hrs. During this time of the day a majority people are away and also the outside environment is noisy • Machineries should be maintained regularly to reduce noise resulting from friction. • Workers should be provided with suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as earmuffs when operating noisy machinery and when in noisy environment. • Drivers delivering materials should avoid unnecessary horning of the trucks/vehicles. • Provision of a bill board at the construction site/gate notifying of the construction activity and timings. • Drivers to switch off vehicle engines while offloading materials. Biodiversity disruption • Propose restoration programmes early such as landscaping and rehabilitation proposals and their role in mitigating impacts for the affected areas. • Manage the introduced vegetation on completion of the development to restore or improve the site. • Landscaping as proposed in the designs should be done by specialists. Solid waste generation • Efficient use of building material to reduce waste and recycling where possible. • Engage the services of registered waste handlers to transport waste to designated disposal sites. • Use of an integrated solid waste management system; through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse, will facilitate waste handling during occupation phase. • Provision for dustbin cubicles. Increased energy demand • Turn off machinery and equipment when not in use. • Put off all lights immediately when not in use or are not needed. • Use energy conserving electric lamps for general lighting. • Make use of alternative source of energy such as solar power. Occupational health and safety • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to avoid injuries and illness. • A First Aid Kit should be provided within the site and during construction phase. Impact Mitigation Measure • Adapt a suitable emergence response plan to manage occurrence of anticipated hazards during construction phase. • Safety awareness may be gained through regular safety meetings, safety training or personal interest in safety and health. • The contractor should have workmen’s compensation cover. It should comply with workmen’s compensation Act, as well as other ordinances, regulations and union agreements. • Workers should always be sensitized on social issues such as drugs, alcohol, diseases such as HIV/AIDS and STIs. • Ensure provision of safe drinking water for the workers on site. Increased water demand • Drill a borehole to supply water for the development in both construction and occupation phase. • The contractor should use water bowsers and tankers to bring in water for construction activities such as during periods of high-water demand. • Install water conserving taps that turn-off automatically when water is not in use. • Encourage water reuse/recycling during construction and occupation phases. • Roof catchments of building blocks should be provided with rainwater harvesting systems (gutters, down pipes and water storage facilities) to enhance collection and storage of the resulting run-off. Such water can be used in watering flower gardens, general cleaning. • Provide notices and information signs to sensitize on means and needs to conserve water resource for instance Keep/Leave the Tap Closed. Liquid waste generation • Construction soak pit and septic tanks. • The design of the internal sewerage system should consider the estimate discharges from individual sources and the cumulative discharge of the entire project. • All drain pipes passing under building, driveway or parking should be of heavy duty PVC pipe tube encased in concrete surround. All manholes on drive ways and parking areas should have heavy-duty covers set and double sealed airtight; as approved by specialists. • Sanitary facilities should be kept clean always, through regular washing/cleaning. • Frequent monitoring of the internal drainage system. • Blockages and damages should be fixed expeditiously The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change 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, Mombasa County. A copy of the EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke, 430 430 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 e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/6198538 National Environment Management Authority.