GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 6029

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Juniours Palace Limited, proposes to develop a multi-storey residential development comprising two level basement for parking, 140 No. residential units (one bedroom and two bedroom units), a swimming pool, internal access roads, pedestrian pathways and stormwater drainage systems, underground and overhead water storage tanks, other associated amenities and facilities on plot L.r. No.26756/MN Nyali, Mombasa County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impact Mitigation Measures Waste Management • Minimize material wastage through accurate planning. • Segregate waste at source and provide labelled bins. • Engage licensed waste collectors approved by National Environment Management Authority. • Proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste (e.g., used oil). • Connect to approved sewer system / install compliant treatment system. Pressure on Public Infrastructure and Utilities • Provide adequate on-site roads, drainage, parking and sewer systems. • Install standby power and supplementary solar systems • Adopt green building technologies and rainwater harvesting. Soil Disturbance and Erosion • Control excavation works and compact soils properly • Install drainage and erosion control structures. • Landscape and rehabilitate disturbed areas promptly. Air Quality (Dust and Emissions) • Install dust screens and sprinkle water on exposed surfaces. • Cover transported materials. • Maintain machinery to reduce emissions. • Comply with Environmental (Air Quality) Regulations, 2014. Noise and Vibration • • Restrict construction to daytime hours (8.00 a.m.–5.00 p.m.). • • Maintain equipment and install temporary noise barriers where necessary. • Provide ear protection to workers • Obtain noise permits where required. Resource Efficiency and Sustainability • Install solar water heating systems • Use water-efficient fixtures and rainwater harvesting Impact Mitigation Measures • Design for natural lighting and ventilation. • Promote responsible electricity and water use. Public Health and Occupational Safety • Provide PPE and insurance cover for workers. • Install fire detection and suppression systems • Develop and implement Emergency Response Plan. • Maintain first aid facilities and trained personnel • Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007. Traffic Management • Conduct Traffic Impact Assessment where required. • Implement Traffic Management Plan • Schedule deliveries during off-peak hours. • Install signage and deploy traffic marshals as necessary. Climate Change and Carbon Management • Promote energy efficiency and renewable energy use. • Implement rainwater harvesting • Monitor and reduce project carbon footprint in line with national climate objectives. The 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, Mombasa 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 Kindly quate No. NEMA/ENVIS/SR/00466. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/8097985 National Environment Management Authority.