GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 12843

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, Local Authorities Pension Trust (LAPTRUST) intends to establish a mixed-use development on a 7-acre site comprising of residential zone (5No. block apartments with one, two and three bedrooms, parking silo, social hall and madrasa/daycare), commercial zone (strip mall), hospitality zone (hotel), water and sewer system, other associated amenities and facilities on L.R. No. MN/VI/4836, MN/VI/3830 and MN/VI/4106, in Changamwe, Mombasa County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impact Mitigation Measure Loss of vegetation • Landscape and plant vegetation in all open areas after the completion of the project. • Restriction of construction activities to defined project areas. • Provide drainage channels to minimize erosion. • Soil conservation measures should be adopted at the stockpiles to prevent erosion. Increased noise and vibration generation • Serviceable machines should be used for excavation to ensure vibrations are kept at below risk levels. • The contractor should deploy compact machinery and fit them with mufflers and vibration dampers. • Install portable barriers to shield compressors and other small stationary equipment where necessary. • The contractor should endeavour to comply with the provisions of the Environmental Management and Coordination (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution) (Control) Regulations, 2009. Increased solid waste generation • Efficient use of building material to reduce waste and recycle/reuse where feasible. • Engage the services of registered waste handlers to collect and transport waste to designated disposal sites. • Use of an Integrated Solid Waste Management System (ISWMS); through a hierarchy of options including source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse. • Manage all waste in line with the requirements of the Environmental Management and Co- ordination (Waste Management) Regulations, 2006. Wastewater generation • The contractor should install portable toilets that will be maintained, cleaned, and supplied with adequate water during the construction phase. • Control of water usage during construction activities to minimize on wastage. Impact Mitigation Measure • Channel all wastewater to Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation Company (MOWASSCO) sewer system during the operation phase. • Regular inspection and maintenance of internal sewer systems during the operation phase. • Constant monitoring of water resources through regular sampling and testing during the operation phase. Air pollution, particles and dust emission • Ensure all waste such as papers and plastic containers are transported off-site, for processing at designated areas and not burnt or stored for any longer than is absolutely necessary. • Minimize the period for idling of machinery and construction vehicles. • Regular and prompt maintenance of construction machinery and equipment to minimize generation of hazardous gases. • Regular sprinkling of water on work areas to prevent fugitive dust violations. • Use of dust nets/screens around the construction site to contain and arrest dust. • Monitor the air pollution levels regularly as per the provisions of the Environmental Management and Coordination (Air Quality) Regulations, 2014. Occupational health and safety risks • Training of workers on construction safety, including but not limited to; work at heights, ergonomics, chemical safety, occupational first aid, fire safety, machine safety, transport safety, use of high-visibility safety apparel and emergency management. • Provide appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to workers. • Keep well-stocked first aid kits of the prescribed standards. • Provide sanitary facilities for employees. • Provide wholesome drinking water for employees. • Comply with the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007. Emergence and spread of social vices • Conduct periodic sensitization forums for employees on ethics, morals, general good behaviour, and the need for the project to co- exist with the neighbours. • Ensure enforcement of relevant legal policy on sexual harassment and abuse of office. • Contractor to employ workers from the immediate/local area where possible to avoid social conflict. • The contractor should ensure that external project workers are sensitized on the local culture. • Offer awareness, guidance and counselling on HIV/AIDS and other STDs to employees. • Provide Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) to construction workers onsite, focusing on prevention and proactive treatment of the disease. Traffic congestion and accidents • Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs) delivering construction materials should observe designated speed limits for the area. 4th October, 2024 THE KENYA GAZETTE Impact Mitigation Measure • Speed bumps should be erected on road sections passing through populated residential and market centres and near schools and worship centres. • Proper signage and warnings should be placed at appropriate places along the site road to forewarn other motorists of HCVs turning and transportation of abnormal loads. • All materials should be offloaded on the site and adequate space for that should be provided. Flagmen/traffic marshals shall be deployed at the entrance to guide traffic. • Undertake a Traffic Impact Assessment (TIA) study. Increased pressure on the existing infrastructure • Liaise closely with other development partners and Government/Council Departments, to upgrade the existing shared facilities including roads, water distribution systems etc. • Explore alternative means which are environmentally sound like employing the Green Energy Technologies when and where applicable. • Utilize water and energy conserving technologies. 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, 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 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/6529642 National Environment Management.