GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5802

PURSUANT to Regulation 21 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, Stima Investment Cooperative Society Limited, is proposing to construct a residential development consisting of one 21 floors apartment block. The project consist of a total of 449 units (235 No. 1 bedroom and 214 No. studio apartments), parking spaces, cafeteria, convenience store, management offices, associated facilities and amenities on Plot L.R. No. 209/1249/1, along Mushebi Road, Ngara, Nairobi City County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Mitigation Measures Exploitation of construction materials • The proponent will source building materials such as sand, ballast and hard core from registered quarry and sand mining firms, whose extraction sites have undergone satisfactory environmental impact assessment/audit and received NEMA approval. 2018 2018 Impacts Mitigation Measures • The proponent shall consider reuse of building materials and use of recycled building materials where applicable. Solid waste generation • Use of an Integrated Solid Waste Management System; through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse. • Engage the services of registered waste handlers to collect and transport waste to designated disposal sites. • To manage waste in line with the Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Air pollution/dust emission • 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. • Provide PPEs to the workers in dusty areas on the site. • Monitor the air pollution levels regularly as per the air quality regulations. Noise and excessive vibrations • Construction works shall be carried out only during the day from 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs. • Noise shields shall be used on noisy equipment. • All workers shall be trained and provided with PPEs. • Bill board shall be erected at the construction site entrance to notify of the construction activities and timings. • Regular monitoring of noise levels at the site as per the regulations. Increased water demand • Drill a borehole to supplement the county supply. • Provision of adequate underground and roof tanks for water storage. • Use water efficient appliances and fixtures for conservation of water. • Prompt detect and repair of all the water fixtures and fittings to reduce water wastage. Increased energy demand • Use of solar energy as an alternative source of energy. • Monitor energy use during construction and set reasonable limit. • Put off all lights immediately when not in use or are not needed. • Install and routine maintenance of energy efficient appliances. Surface run-off and storm water management • Semi permeable materials will be used for construction of pavements. • After completion of construction, the proponent shall embark on comprehensive landscaping. • Drainage channels shall be covered. Risk of fire outbreak • Provide adequate firefighting equipment and train staff on the use and ensure regular maintenance. • Conduct regular firefighting drills within the site. • Develop and post at the site fire emergency and evacuation procedures. Impacts Mitigation Measures • Maintain on site telephone contacts for fire brigade and ambulance service provider. Increased generation of waste water • Connecting and channeling all liquid/effluent wastes to the existing sewer system. • Provision of adequate and appropriate sanitary facilities for the workers during construction phase and tenants during the operation phase of the facility. • The design of the internal sewerage system shall be according to MOH guidelines and Engineers advice. Oil leakages and spills on the environment • All machinery shall be keenly inspected not to leak oils on the ground. • Install oil trapping equipment in areas where there is a likelihood of oil spillage. • Proper disposal of waste oil. Emergence and spread of social vices • The contractor shall install 24hr operating CCTV surveillance which will be monitored regularly. • Offer awareness, guidance and counselling on HIV/AIDS and other STDs to employees. • Provide safety tools such as condoms to employees. • Ensure enforcement of relevant legal policy on sexual harassment. Occupational health and safety • All workers shall use properly fitting PPEs to avoid injuries and illness which include working boots, overalls, helmets, goggles, earmuffs, masks, gloves etc. • Provide appropriate signage and warnings in work areas to avoid injuries to the workers and occupants. • The contractor shall adapt a suitable emergence response plan to manage occurrence of anticipated hazards during construction phase. • Comply with OSHA 2007 and all other relevant regulations governing health and safety of workplaces. Increased traffic • Ensure all construction vehicles to and from the construction site use the designated. • Entry/Exit to the project site. • All transportation of construction raw materials and excavated materials are to be conducted at traffic off peak hours only. • Ensure there is a traffic marshal at the site directing traffic. • Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand and other loose materials to avoid spillage. Soil erosion • Control excavation works especially during rainy/wet conditions. • The stockpiling of construction materials shall be properly controlled and managed. • Avoid unnecessary excavations and other soil disturbances that can predispose it to the agents of erosion. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: 5th May, 2023 THE KENYA GAZETTE (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 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/5164651 National Environment Management.