GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 7656

PURSUANT to regulation 2! 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, Metricon Home Nairobi Company Limited, proposes to develop residential apartments on plot L.R. No. 330/155 (Original No. 330/39/8) along Mbaazi Avenue in Thompson, Nairob: City County. The project will involve the construction of three residential blocks of 16No. storey each (2No. basements, ground, I- 16th) comprising 512No. Units (336No. one 144No. two and 32No. three bedroom units), parking on the basement and ground floor, perimeter wall with entry and exit gates, lifts and staircase, associated facilities and amenities. The proposed design has provided sewer and other plumbing reticulation. and surface run-off drains. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Soil disturbance * Control earthworks and compact loose soils. * Ensure the geo-technical survey is conducted before commencement of any excavations. Install drainage structures properly. Impacts Change in hydrology Liquid waste Increased energy use Solid waste Oil pollution Water resources Proposed Mitigation Measures Landscaping on project completion. Control and manage excavation activities. Control activities especially during rainy conditions. Provide soil erosion contro! and conservation — structures/means where necessary. Ensure standard appropriate practices on the provided gardens. Proper installation of drainage structures commensurate with the new development. Install cascades to break the impact of water flowing in the drains. Ensure efficiency of drainage structures through proper design and maintenance. Provide gratings to the drainage channels. Ensure sanitary facilities are kept clean always through regular cleaning. Ensure regular maintenance of foul water drainage works at the premises to prevent clogging and fore-stall breakdowns. Frequent monitoring of the internal drainage system. Solar energy will be used as an alternative source of energy. Use energy efficient appliances such as LED bulbs for lighting. Switch off electrical appliances when not in use. Regular maintenance of all the electrical components. Regular inspection and maintenance of the solar panels. Use of an integrated solid waste Management system through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse, will facilitate waste handling. Ensure segregation of waste (enganic and inorganic) at source. Provide clearly marked dustbing cubicles to serve the specified use. Ensure that wastes generated are efficiently managed through -secycling, reuse and proper disposal procedures. Engage services of a registareed NEMA waste handler to dispose the waste regularly at approved disposal paints. Proper storage, handling and diaposal of new oil and used oil wastes as per waste regulations. Maintain plant and equipment to avoid leaks. Maintenance of constructian vehicles should be carried out in the contractors yard (off the site). Provide oil interceptors along the drains leading from car park and potentially oil risk areas. Management of water usage. Avoid unnecessary wastage. Ist July, 2022 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures * Recycling of water at the construction phase where possible. Make use of root catchments to provide water te for general purposes. Public health, © Train staff/workers on occupational health occupational hand safety. health and safety Provide full protective gear and workmen's compensation cover in addition to the right tools and operational instructions and manuals during construction. * Adopt sound housekeeping practices. ¢ Sensitize residents on environmental management. * Design of sewerage system should be as provided in the plans. * Post strategically the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007 Abstract and provide matertal safety data sheets. * Post clear warning signs e.g. “No unauthorized use of machines”, ensure there are guards on moving parts e.t.c * Provide fully equipped First Aid kits and train staff on its use. Ensure adherence with the legal requirements -OSH Act, 2007. Fire ¢ Install firefighting equipment as provided elsewhere in the report. Conduct training on firefighting, evacuation and emergency response. * Sensitize the residents on fire risks i.e. conduct regular fire drills. * Adapt effective emergency response pian. ¢ Maintain service firefighting machinery regularly. * Provide emergency numbers at strategic points. Water quality and * Follow NEMA regulations. waste management Traffic * Conduct a traffic impact assessment and Management generate a traffic management plan. * The traffic management plan should be followed throughout the project cycle. Security * Provide security guards and facilities during the entire project cycle. The full repart of the proposed project is available for inspection during working ours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, !2th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 36T26-00100, 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 anport 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/3822623 National Environment Management Authority.