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Appendix E: Comments and responses report E.1: IAP Register

Contact Details Notification Draft BAR Name Organisation Tel / fax Email Postal address Notified Response Notified Response

Diane van Rensburg

eThekwini Municipality: Private Developments Hub

Tel: 031 311 7136

[email protected]

166 K E Masinga Rd, Room G25, Ground Floor, City Engineers Building

Email; 4 hard copies; 4 CDs (central mail)

Yes - email Email; 4 hard copies; 4 CDs (central mail)

Yes - email

Bongiwe Sambo

KZN Department of Water Affairs

Email & hard copy of BID (registered post)

No Email; hard copy (registered post)

No

Dinesree Thambu

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife

Tel: 033 - 845 1425

[email protected]

P.O. Box 13053, Cascades, 3202

Email; hard copy (registered post)


No

Nonkululeko Memela / Zibusiso Dlamini

Department of Agriculture

033 355 9331

[email protected]

Private Bag X9059 Pietermaritzburg 3200



No

Judy Reddy

Department of Transport

033 355 0570

[email protected]

Private Bag X9043 Pietermaritzburg 3200


Yes - email Email; hard copy (registered post)

No

Natasha Brijlal / Yugeshni Govender

Department of Economic Development, Tourism & Environmental Affairs

033-322 2800

[email protected]

Department of Economic Development, Tourism & Environmental Affairs, 357 Dr Pixley Ka Seme, Eagle Building, 16th Floor, Durban

Email; hard copy (Central mail)

Thulani Bhengu

KZN Cogta Email No No No

Chellappan Arunajallam

Ward 60 Councillor

[email protected]

Email Yes - email Email No

Michael Abraham

Ward 61 Councillor

Email No No No

Fakazi Mdletshe

Community Leader Cottonlands

Yes – email (via Chellappan Arunajallam)

Email

Sandile Ndlovu

Ward Committee Member Cottonlands


Email

Lindiwe Khumalo

Ward Committee Member Cottonlands


Email

Bheki Shongwe

Tongaat Hulett Limited

[email protected]

Email


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E.2: Comments and Responses - Notification of Process

Name Organisation Issues / Concerns Response Chellappan Arunajallam

Ward 60 Councillor

Request to be registered as IAP. Request to register the following as IAP: Mr Fakazi Mdletshe - Community Leader

Cottonlands Mr Sandile Ndlovu - Ward Committee Member

Cottonlands Mrs Lindiwe Khumalo - Ward Committee Member

Cottonlands

Duly performed. Duly performed.

Diane Van Rensburg

eThewkini Municipality

Request to be registered as IAP. eThekwini Electricity Department There is 54m servitude directly over the area for both the solar park and the lower dam. The Department will not permit any change in ground levels or permanent structures to be built with this servitude. The relocation of MV/LV electrical services, if required, will be carried out at the expense of the applicant. The applicant must consult eThekwini Electricity's mains records for the presence of underground electrical services. In addition should any overhead line and/or servitude be affected, the specific permission of the Head: Electricity must be sought regarding the proposed development Environmental Planning and Climate Protection Department The BAR must include a map showing the extent of sensitive areas. The location of the proposed water and sewerage infrastructure must be overlain on a map showing sensitive environments. No biodiversity objection to proposed activities given that the earth dams already exist on the site and proposed sewer and stormwater will be located outside the sensitive wetland area. The Department is satisfied with the proposed mitigation measures to ensure the downstream users are not negatively impacted by the reinstatement of the dams. Furthermore, this Department is satisfied with the measures that will be put in place to rehabilitate the wetlands post construction. Land Use Management Branch No objection provided that any land use change conforms to North Scheme requirements. No objection, subject to: All infrastructure being accommodated within registered reserves. All storage facilities to be adequately cordoned off from pedestrian traffic and adequate safety measures to be in place preventing direct access from members of the

Duly performed. Noted. With the exception of the underground pipelines, which are to be located within the reserve of the existing road, no other infrastructure will be constructed within the servitude. Noted. Noted. See Appendix C. Noted. Noted. Noted. EMPr includes conditions which require storage areas to be demarcated and fenced.


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Name Organisation Issues / Concerns Response public or from residents of the village. Framework Planning Branch No objection . eThekwini Transport Authority No comment. Durban Solid Waste No requirement for this proposal. Parks Department The proposed development will have a direct negative impact on biodiversity, mainly wetlands and grasslands. According to the NBA 2011 national assessment, wetlands are most threatened of all ecosystems. Wetlands should be preserved where possible. Environmental Health Department Operational Phase: This Department does not support the use of sewer final effluent for irrigation of food gardens due to the detrimental chemical and bacterial nature of the effluent. Provide evidence that the final effluent will undergo daily testing by an approved laboratory (chemical and bacteriological). A copy of the contract to dispose of sludge at the eThekwini sewer works must be provided. A standby generator must be provided to run the sewer package plant and sewer pump station in the event of a

Noted. Noted. Noted. The grassland areas which may be impacted upon have limited biodiversity value as these are areas were up until recently under sugar cane. The wetland areas downstream of the upper dam will be negatively impacted upon by the proposed activities. Certain areas of wetlands will be lost with the repair of the existing dams. This impact is not considered to be significant as these wetlands areas have only recently formed as a result of the dams being drained. The remaining wetlands areas downstream of the two dams will be affected hydrologically as there will be less surface water moving feeding these areas, resulting in drier conditions. Noted. The remaining valley-bottom wetlands on site will be preserved. The food gardens will not be irrigated directly using sewer final effluent. The intention is to discharge the sewer final effluent into the lower dam where it will be further diluted. Water will then be abstracted from a different part of the lower dam to be used for irrigating the food gardens. A suitably qualified specialist will be appointed to sample the discharge from the sewer treatment plant on monthly basis in accordance with the DWA guidelines (GN R 399 of 2004) and eThekwini Green Droplet requirements. Furthermore, it is not considered practical to undertake daily testing given the high cost implications, and the time taken by an approved laboratory to test the samples (up to a week). This is outside of the scope of the Application. A copy of the contract will be submitted to the eThekwini Environmental Department when the Applicant lodges an application with the eThekwini Municipality for approval of the proposed package sewage treatment plan. Both the sewer package plant and sewer pump station will


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Name Organisation Issues / Concerns Response power outage. Adequate measures must be taken to prevent noise nuisance from the sewer package plant, the sewer pump station and standby generator. A qualified contractor and sewer plant operator must be appointed to ensure proper functioning of the plant. This Department does not support the use of sludge drying beds as they create an odour nuisance. The proposed EMPr must be strictly adhered to at all times by the Applicant so as to ensure proper functioning and monitoring of the sewer package plant. It is recommended that Special Limit Values (SLV) be achieved by the final sewer package plant type to be developed on site. All the necessary steps / measures must be implemented to prevent rodents and vectors from harbouring and breeding on site. All the necessary measures must be implemented to prevent odour nuisance from occurring during the operational phase of the project. A copy of the Plant Operational Plan must be submitted to this Department. Construction Phase: The proposed Environmental Management Programme (EMPr DM/0021/2014) must be strictly adhered to at all times by the Applicant and Contractors. A first aid kit must be provided and available on site at all times. All construction activities must be conducted during 08h00 to 17h00 during weekdays so as to ensure that no noise nuisance is created at night and on weekends. Access roads and stockpiles to be sprayed daily by a water tanker to suppress dust and frequently if deemed to be necessary. No major repairs to be carried out on vehicles and machinery on site. No flammable liquids or toxic chemicals to be stored on site.

be fitted with a standby generator in the event of a power outage. One of the recommended mitigation measures is that the sewer and irrigation pump stations must be located within an enclosed area to minimise potential noise impacts. One the recommended mitigation measures is that a suitably qualified specialist must be appointed to operate and maintain the package sewage treatment plant and sewer pump stations in accordance with the eThekwini Municipality’s requirements. This is outside of the scope of this Application. The intention is however not to use drying beds, but to dispose of sludge at the nearest municipal WWTW. Noted. This is outside of the scope of this Application. However, in terms of the DWA guidelines (GN R 399 of 2004), the proposed package sewer treatment is only required to meet General Limit Values (GLV). Given that bacterialogical activity is one of the main concerns, one the recommended mitigation measures is that the general limit value of 1,000 Ecoli/100ml is waived and a 0 Ecoli/100ml is applicable. Noted. Noted. This is beyond the scope of this Application. A copy of the operational plan will be submitted to the eThekwini Environmental Health Department when the Applicant lodges an application with the eThekwini Municipality for approval of the proposed package sewage treatment plan. One of the recommended mitigation measures is that an independent Environmental Control Officer (ECO) is appointed to monitor and report on compliance with the EMPr during the construction phase. Noted. See Condition A.7.2.4 in the EMPr. While it is impractical to spray the access roads and stockpiles on a daily basis, conditions have been included in Section A.7.1 of the EMPr which strictly control dust. See Condition A.5.2.6 in the EMPr. While it is impractical to not store and flammable liquids (e.g. fuel) or toxic chemicals on site, conditions have been


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Name Organisation Issues / Concerns Response Spill kits to be available on site at all times. Should any accidental spills occur, all necessary precautions need to be taken to prevent contamination of nearby surface water resources and groundwater. All waste, including spills, must be disposed of at an approved landfill site. Accurate records of such, to be kept and made available for inspection. If chemical toilets are to be provided for construction staff, then such toilets must be serviced / cleaned on a regular basis. A fresh supply of wholesome drinking water to be provided on site at all times. Geotechnical Engineering Branch A geotechnical investigation should be carried out to assess proposed pipelines routes for excavalability. No water borne sewer system anywhere nearby. Choice of sewage disposal systems should be guided by the capacity of the soils to absorb large volumes of water. No objection in principle. Reinstatement or rebuilding of dams must be done in terms of a comprehensive geotechnical investigation by an experienced engineering geologist. Recommendations in Preliminary Geotechnical Report must be followed for optimum reinstatement of dams. Coastal, Stormwater and Catchment Management No objection. eThekwini Water & Sanitation Plans must be submitted to this Department for approval. Must outline potential impacts to the receiving environment. Submit details of EMP for construction phase. As the pumping station is after the septic tanks, the pumping cycle will create a surge on the WWTW. Clarity on whether the dam will be part of the WWTW or merely the receiving environment. Has the WWTW been designed to treat to the required standards without the dam?

included in Section A.5.1 of the EMPr to ensure that hazardous materials are stored safely. See Condition A.5.1.8 in the EMPr. See Conditions A.4.3.1-3, A.5.3.1, and A.7.6.1 in the EMPr. See Condition A.2.2.5 in the EMPr. See Condition A.2.2.9 in the EMPr. This has been done. The proposed pipeline routes are in the main aligned with existing roads and infrastructure and the geotechnical conditions are known. This is known, and is the reason why a package plant is proposed to service the development. The sewage disposal system involves discharge of treated sewage to a dam, which is to be re-instated on the property. This has been included as recommended mitigation measure in Section F. Most of these recommendations have been included as recommended mitigation measures – see Section F. Noted. Noted. Noted. This will be done by the wastewater engineers concerned. Contained in Draft and Final BAR’s. One of the recommended mitigation measures are that the pumps will be fitted with override timers to limit the duration of operation. This will ensure that excessive loadings do not occur after a power outage. Furthermore, the settling units will be adequately sized to take the nominal feed pump delivery rate. The dam is the receiving environment. Yes. The dam will only be used to further polish the treated


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Name Organisation Issues / Concerns Response Will the sample point be situated above or below the dam? The pump sump (wet well) appears to only have 2 hours retention time. The size of the septic tanks are not specified. Bearing in mind that there will be 100% return flow to the septic tanks, the peak factor could be quite high depending on the misalignment of the return flow pump cycle and domestic peak flows, which will reduce the required response time. Disaster Management No comment. Fire Safety No objection subject to: Building plans to be submitted to the relevant departments for approval relative to infrastructure for Fire Department, the dam and construction pipelines falls outside the scope of the department.

sewage effluent. The sample point will be situated at the outfall of the package sewage treatment plant, which is above the dam. One of the recommended mitigation measures are that the pump sump is designed to have a 12 hour retention time. The septic tanks are 138m3 and 124m3. It is proposed that the return pumps will be on timers with a duty cycle of about 20%. The large size return pump is preferred as small diameter (delivery) pumps are prone to frequent blockages. Noted. Noted. This will be done as part of the normal plans approval process.

Judy Reddy, Michele Schmid

KZN Department of Transport

Request for property description. No objections. The Applicant is however reminded that: No buildings or any structures whatsoever, other than a fence, hedge, or a wall, which does not rise higher than 2.1 meters above or below the surface of the land on which it stands, shall be erected on the land within a distance of 15 meters measured from the edge of the road reserve boundary of Main Road 400. The road reserve boundary shall be determined in consultation with this Departments Road Information Services. Access to the proposed refurbished dams shall be taken via the internal roads. This correspondence does not grant authorisation or exemption from compliance with any other relevant and applicable legislation.

Duly performed. Noted. Noted. Noted. Noted.


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E.5: Copy of email sent to relevant authorities notifying them of process on 03 March 2014 From: Michael Van Niekerk <[email protected]> Sent: 03 March 2014 08:13 AM Subject: Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) - Application for Environmental

Authorisation Attachments: LIV_BID_Final(24 Feb).pdf Dear Potential Interested and Affected Party In accordance with the requirements of the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) and Government Notices R543, R544 and R546 of 2010, an Application for Environmental Authorisation has been submitted to the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs for the proposed repair and restoration of dams, construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments, and construction of a solar park, as part of the existing development. This Application requires a Basic Assessment process to be conducted, which will be undertaken by the appointed Independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner: FutureWorks! You are hereby encouraged to participate in this assessment by registering as an Interested / Affected Party and submitting any preliminary comments or concerns that you may have concerning the proposed development before Monday 10 March 2014 to Michael Van Niekerk – contact details below: Please see attached an electronic copy of the Background Information Document for this application. Note a hard copy has also been sent to you via registered mail and should reach you shortly. Kind regards, Michael Van Niekerk Environment Consultant (CEAPSA) P.O. Box 2221 Everton 3625 SOUTH AFRICA Tel: 031-764 6449 Fax: 031-764 4907 [email protected] www.futureworks.co.za


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E.6: Copy of email sent to potential IAPs notifying them of process on 03 March 2014 From: Michael Van Niekerk <[email protected]> Sent: 03 March 2014 08:13 AM Subject: Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) - Application for Environmental

Authorisation Dear Potential Interested and Affected Party In accordance with the requirements of the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) and Government Notices R543, R544 and R546 of 2010, an Application for Environmental Authorisation has been submitted to the Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs for the proposed repair and restoration of dams, construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments, and construction of a solar park, as part of the existing development. This Application requires a Basic Assessment process to be conducted, which will be undertaken by the appointed Independent Environmental Assessment Practitioner: FutureWorks! You are hereby encouraged to participate in this assessment by registering as an Interested / Affected Party and submitting any preliminary comments or concerns that you may have concerning the proposed development before Monday 10 March 2014 to Michael Van Niekerk – contact details below: A background information document can be downloaded from www.futureworks.co.za. Kind regards, Michael Van Niekerk Environment Consultant (CEAPSA) P.O. Box 2221 Everton 3625 SOUTH AFRICA Tel: 031-764 6449 Fax: 031-764 4907 E.7: Copy of email sent to relevant authorities notifying them of availability of Draft BAR on 20 August 2014 From: Michael Van Niekerk <[email protected]> Sent: 20 August 2014 04:52 PM Subject: (DM/0021/2014) - Notice of availability of Draft BAR and EMPr for

comment Dear Interested and Affected Party Please note that draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) and Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) for the proposed Reinstatement of Dams and Construction of Pipelines and Infrastructure in Sensitive Environments at Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV), Cottonlands, is available for public comment. A hard copy has been sent to you and should reach you in due course. As a registered I&AP, you are encouraged to submit in writing any comments or concerns you may have in terms of the proposed activities before the conclusion of the 40 day comment period on the 28 September 2014.


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Kind regards, Michael Van Niekerk Environment Consultant (CEAPSA) P.O. Box 2221 Everton 3625 SOUTH AFRICA Tel: 031-764 6449 Fax: 031-764 4907 [email protected] www.futureworks.co.za E.8: Copy of email sent to potential IAPs notifying them of availability of Draft BAR on 20 August 2014 From: Michael Van Niekerk <[email protected]> Sent: 20 August 2014 04:52 PM Subject: (DM/0021/2014) - Notice of availability of Draft BAR and EMPr for

comment Dear Interested and Affected Party Please note that draft Basic Assessment Report (BAR) and Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) for the proposed Reinstatement of Dams and Construction of Pipelines and Infrastructure in Sensitive Environments at Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV), Cottonlands, is available for public comment. Copies of the Draft BAR and EMPr may be obtained from Michael van Niekerk (details below) or downloaded from the FutureWorks website: http://www.futureworks.co.za/?page_id=26. As a registered I&AP, you are encouraged to submit in writing any comments or concerns you may have in terms of the proposed activities before the conclusion of the 40 day comment period on 28 September 2014. Kind regards, Michael Van Niekerk Environment Consultant (CEAPSA) P.O. Box 2221 Everton 3625 SOUTH AFRICA Tel: 031-764 6449 Fax: 031-764 4907 [email protected] www.futureworks.co.za


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E.9: Copy of advert that appeared in Northglen News on 04 February 2014


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E.10: Copy of iSiZulu poster erected on site on 04 February 2014


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E.11: Copy of English poster erected on site on 04 February 2014


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E.12: Photographs of English and iSiZulu Posters erected on site


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E.13: Copies of Comments and Responses received From: Chellappen Arunajallam

<[email protected]> Sent: 03 March 2014 08:48 AM To: Michael Van Niekerk Cc: [email protected]; Chellappen Arunajallam Subject: Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) - Application for Environmental

Authorisation Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Hi Michael, Please register the following people as Interested/ Affected Party: Community Leader- Cottonlands: Mr Fakazi Mdletshe 0724149732 Ward Committee Member- Cottonlands: Mr Sandile Ndlovu 0725561315 Ward Committee Member- Cottonlands: Mrs Lindiwe Khumalo 0781407662 Ward Councillor Chocks Arunajallam- Ward 60, Ethekwini Municipality 0823021925 ; [email protected] ; [email protected] Thank you. Councillor Chocks Arunajallam Ward 60 - Verulam. Ethekwini Municipality From: Judy Reddy <[email protected]> Sent: 12 March 2014 10:40 AM To: [email protected] Subject: SOLAR PARK AT LUNGISISA INDLELA VILLAGE Hi please can you give me a property description for the above. Thanks


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From: Michele Schmid <[email protected]> Sent: 08 September 2014 02:32 PM To: [email protected] Subject: P400_BAR_SolarParkLunisisa_resp Attachments: P400_BAR_SolarParkLunisisa_resp.pdf Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Good day, Please would you find attached. I trust all is in order. The original shall follow in post shortly. Michéle Schmid | Chief Engineering Technician KZN Department of Transport Street Address: 224 Prince Alfred St, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 Postal Address: Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 Office: 033 355 0581 Fax: 033 342 3962 Cell: 082 902 0120 e-mail: [email protected] Web Pages: http://www.kzntransport.gov.za; http://www.kzntransportgis.co.za/transport


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From: Diane VanRensburg <[email protected]> Sent: 27 March 2014 08:55 AM To: Michael Van Niekerk ([email protected]) Subject: DPM/EIA 638(N): BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT FOR

THE PROPOSED REFURBISHMENT OF DAMS, CONSTRCUTION OF PIPELINES AND INFRASTRUCTURE IN SENSITIVE ENVIRONMENTS AND CONSTRCUTION OF A SOLAR PARK AT LUNGISISA INDLELA VILLAGE

Attachments: doc20000128203314.pdf Importance: High Dear Michael, Attached please find the consolidated comments regarding the above application. Please acknowledge receipt of the comments. Regards Diane.


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From: Diane VanRensburg <[email protected]> Sent: 30 September 2014 11:01 AM To: Michael Van Niekerk Subject: DPM/EIA 638A(N): (DM/0021/2014) DRAFT BAR PROPOSED

REFURBISHMENT OF DAMS, CONSTRUCTION OF PIPELINES AND INFRASTRUCTURE IN SENSITIVE ENVIRONMENTS AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SOLAR PARK AT LUNGISISA INDLELA VAILLAGE

Attachments: 201409301049.pdf Dear Michael, Attached please find the consolidated comments regarding the above mentioned application. Please acknowledge receipt of the comments. Regards Diane.


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Appendix F: Environmental Management Programme (EMPr)

Environmental Management Programme:

Proposed Reinstatement of Dams and Construction of Pipelines and Infrastructure in Sensitive

Environments at Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV), Cottonlands.

(DM/0021/2014)

Final Draft EMPr: LIV ii

AUTHOR & QUALITY CONTROL INFORMATION: Report Authors: Nicci Diederichs Mander (CEAPSA; Pr Sci Nat) and Michael Van Niekerk (CEAPSA) Report Release Date: Draft Report for comment: 31 June 2014

Final Draft Report to DAEA: 10 February 2015 Final Report Approved by DAEA:

PROJECT APPLICANT:

KZN CAPE REGION PostNet Suite 146, Private Bag X04 PO Box 2984, Knysna, 6570 Dalbridge, 4014 50 Davenport Sq, 89 Helen Joseph Rd Southern Right, 632 Steenbras Street, Knysna Glenwood, Durban Tel: 031 201 1209 Tel: 044 381 0712, Fax: 086 569 5554

Lungisisa Indlela Village PO Box 1024 Umhlanga Rocks, 4320 Tel 031 561 2800 Fax 031 561 2801 [email protected]

Final Draft EMPr: LIV iii

Table of Contents 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 1

2 Overview of the Development ............................................................................................................................ 3

3 Summary of Impacts Associated with the Development ..................................................................................... 4

4 Roles and Responsibilities ................................................................................................................................... 5

4.1 Developer ................................................................................................................................................... 5

4.2 Environmental Control Officer (ECO) ........................................................................................................... 5

4.3 Contractor .................................................................................................................................................. 6

4.4 Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) ....................................................................................................................... 6

5 Legal Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 6

6 Aim and Objectives of the Environmental Management Programme.................................................................. 6

7 Construction Phase EMPr .................................................................................................................................... 8

Access Routes onto and within the Property .................................................................................................... 8Access Routes.............................................................................................................................................. 8

Construction Camp .......................................................................................................................................... 8Layout ........................................................................................................................ ................................. 8Ablutions...................................................................................................................... ............................... 8

Worker Conduct .............................................................................................................................................. 8General Substances, Materials and Waste ........................................................................................................ 9

Storage Areas ............................................................................................................................................. 9Handling of General Waste.......................................................................................................................... 9Disposal of Waste ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Hazardous Substances, Materials and Waste .................................................................................................... 9Hazardous Substances and Materials Storage Areas .................................................................................... 9Handling of Hazardous Substances and Materials ...................................................................................... 10Disposal of Hazardous Substances and Materials ....................................................................................... 10

Natural Materials Management ..................................................................................................................... 10Source of Natural Materials ....................................................................................................................... 10Stockpile Management.............................................................................................................................. 10

General Site Management ............................................................................................................................. 10Dust Control .............................................................................................................................................. 10Noise ........................................................................................................................................................ 10Visual Impacts ........................................................................................................................................... 11Safety and Security .................................................................................................................................... 11Cultural Artefacts / Historical Objects ........................................................................................................ 11Environmental File .................................................................................................................................... 11

Earthworks and Soil Protection ...................................................................................................................... 11Soil Conservation ....................................................................................................................................... 11Exposed Surfaces ....................................................................................................................................... 11Earthworks Activities ................................................................................................................................. 12

Stormwater Management .............................................................................................................................. 13General Principles ..................................................................................................................................... 13Stormwater Detention Ponds..................................................................................................................... 13Unchannelled Flow .................................................................................................................................... 13

Conservation of Natural Environment ............................................................................................................ 14

Final Draft EMPr: LIV iv

Fauna and Flora ........................................................................................................................................ 14Protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas ........................................................................................... 14Site Rehabilitation ..................................................................................................................................... 15

Sanitation ...................................................................................................................................................... 158 Operational Phase EMPr ................................................................................................................................... 15

Maintenance of Package Sewage Treatment Plant and Sewer Pump Station ................................................... 15Maintenance of Stormwater Attenuation Infrastructure................................................................................. 15Protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas ............................................................................................... 16Lighting.......................................................................................................................................................... 16

Appendix 1: Approved SDP ....................................................................................................................................... 17

Acronyms used

CR Contractor’s Representative

ECO Environmental Control Officer

EMPr Environmental Management Programme

IAP Invasive Alien Plant

LIV Lungisisa Indlela Village

PM Project Manager

SDP Site Development Plan

Draft EMPr: LIV 1

1 Introduction FutureWorks was appointed by the Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) on the 16 October 2013 to undertake an Application for Environmental Authorisation, subject to Basic Assessment, for the repair of dams and construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments, and to compile an Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) to govern both construction and operation phase activities, and to give effect to the mitigation measures contained in the Basic Assessment Report (BAR).

2 Details of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner that Prepared the EMPr

This EMPr has been prepared by the following Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP): Ms Nicci Diederichs Mander – BSc (Hons) Environmental Science, CEAPSA, Pr Sci Nat FutureWorks PO Box 2984 Knysna, 6570 Summary of expertise of the EAP is as follows: Ms Diederichs Mander holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Environmental Science from the University of Natal. She has been practising as an Environmental Management Professional for over 16 years, and has undertaken over 100 environmental scoping, impact assessment and basic assessment processes throughout South Africa. Ms Diederichs Mander also has significant experience in integrated environmental management, and has prepared environmental management policies for 3 of the metro’s in South Africa, and a number of smaller municipalities. She has also prepared a large number of coastal management plans and catchment management plans. She has also overseen the implementation of environmental manaegement plans for a number of years at more than 15 large construction sites, and has been the recipient of a number of national awards for her work. Abridged CV as follows:

Curriculum Vitae of Nicola Diederichs Mander

PERSONAL DATA Nationality South African Languages English, Afrikaans ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & VOCATIONAL COURSES Bachelor of Science (Honours), Environmental Science – Cum Laude

University of Natal 1998

Bachelor of Science, Geography and Botany University of Natal 1997 Market Solutions to Environmental Issues. Kinship Conservation Institute (Montana, USA). 2004 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS Professional Natural Scientist (Environmental Science) - SA Council for Natural Scientific Professions, Reg: 400236/12 Certified Environmental Assessment Practitioner – Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of SA

FIELDS OF EXPERTISE Years’ experience

Draft EMPr: LIV 2

Green economy strategies and solutions 7 years Sustainability and climate protection 8 years Environment assessment, planning and management (urban, rural) 16 years Sustainable use of plant resources and natural products commercialisation 15 years Poverty alleviation through environmental projects 15 years Project and programme management 16 years Statement of Experience in Environmental Impact Assessment Nicci has been practising as an Environmental Impact Assessment consultant since 1998. She undertakes a wide variety of environmental policy, planning and management work, of which EIA is just one specialty. Nicci has completed well over 100 environmental assessment processes, and has undertaken these for a wide variety of types and scales of developments. Nicci has also developed and overseen the implementation of Environmental Management Plans for a large number of developments, and has been the recipient of numerous national awards for environmental planning and design, environmental restoration and project management. Relevant Environmental Impact Assessments – demonstrating experience

o Basic Assessment – Application for Waste Management License for Natal Solvent Recovery Facility in Pinetown, Durban - current o Basic Assessment – Removal of Obstructions in the Klein Brak River Estuary, Western Cape, Causing Flooding in adjacent areas - current o Basic Assessment – Lungisisa Indlela Children’s Village, Cottonlands (Durban, KwaZulu-Natal) - proposed refurbishment of dams and

construction of infrastructure in sensitive natural environments - current o Basic Assessment - Aeroville Cemetery, Somerset East, for Blue Crane Route Municipality (Eastern Cape) - 2014 o Basic Assessment – Construction of a boardwalk in the Garden Route National Park for Knysna Municipality (Western Cape) – 2014 o Basic Assessment – Development of a new campus for Oakhill School in Knysna, for Oakhill School (Western Cape) – current o Basic Assessment – Development of a residential estate on ERF4932 Knysna, for Acacia Ways Properties (Western Cape) – current o Basic Assessment – Development of Crowhurst Estate, Everton, Durban (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2014 o Basic Assessment and Application for Amendment - Cayley Lodge Resort Expansion for The Leisure Holiday Club (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2013 o Basic Assessment - Rezoning and development of 23 Rockview Rd, Amanzimtoti for eThekwini Municipality (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2013 o Basic Assessment - Mahasiddha Kadampa Buddhist Temple (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2012 o Basic Assessment – Cotswold Fens Equestrian Estate for Global Property Investments (KwaZulu-Natal) – 2011 o Basic Assessment – Development of a Furniture Manufacturing Hub in KwaMashu, for eThekwini Municipality (KwaZulu-Natal) – 2011 o Basic Assessment - Restoration of Hope Childrens Village and social amenity area in Stockville (Durban) - 2010 o Environmental Impact Assessment – Cotswold Energy Centre, for NJG Holdings (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2010 o Scoping Study - Buddhist Retreat (KwaZulu-Natal) - 2006 o Scoping Studies - > 20 low cost and rural housing schemes (KwaZulu-Natal and Free State) – 2001 - 2007 o Scoping Studies and one Environmental Impact Assessment - 12 public / private resorts and residential developments (KwaZulu-Natal

and Eastern Cape) – 2001 - 2009 o Scoping Study, Basic Assessment and Applications for Amendment - Cotswold Downs Golf Estate (Durban) – 700 unit and 18 hole

championship golf course development - 2006 o Scoping Study - Community hospice care centre in KwaNyuswa (Durban) - 2006 o The redevelopment of the KwaMashu Town Centre (Durban) - 2006 o New Town Planning Scheme for Stockville Valley (Durban) - 2002 o 28,000m2 office park in Hillcrest (Durban) - 2006 o > 30 land rezonings from agricultural / undetermined, and virgin land to other zonings (KwaZulu-Natal) – 2001 - 2008 o 7 fuel filling stations (KwaZulu-Natal) – 2001 - 2012 o 7 wastewater treatment plants and pump stations (KwaZulu-Natal) – 2001 - 2013

Stand-alone Environmental Management Plans

o EMPrs for Upgrading and refurbishment of infrastructure and facilities at the KwaZulu-Natal Herbarium (Durban) and KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden (Pietermaritzburg) for SANBI - 2014

o 11 retreats, tourist lodges and resorts (Namibia and South Africa). o > 50 townhouse complexes, fuel filling stations and wastewater treatment works (Durban). o > 20 low cost and rural housing schemes (KwaZulu-Natal and Free State). o Environmental Control Officer function for implementation of a large number of EMP's in the Durban area, including major golf estates

and shopping centres.

Larger clients for these EIA and EMP projects have included: o Shell SA o Retail Africa o Tongaat Hulett Group o Elan Group o Beekman Brothers o Owen Kemp o Afriquest Leisure Group o Club Holiday Leisure Group o eThekwini Municipality

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o Cotswold Downs Development Company o Mount Edgecombe Estate o Clifton Hills Estate o Le Domaine Estate o GRID construction o Wakefields Estate Agents o Champagne Sports Resort o Pumula Hotel o Cayley Lodge o Global Property Investments o Gough Homes

3 Overview of the Development Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV), located in Cottonlands (Durban), comprises 96 houses, a school, church, sports fields and associated infrastructure (i.e. roads, water, stormwater etc.), aimed at providing a holistic living environment for more than 100 orphan children and 28 house mothers. Due to current and proposed future expansions at LIV, the intention is to pursue certain changes to the development plan. The major changes involve: o Repair and restoration of two existing dams on the property, which are to be used for storing water to irrigate

food gardens, o Installation of sewerage and irrigation infrastructure, portions of which are located within sensitive environments. The site is 31 hectares in extent and is located outside the urban areas of Durban abutting Vincent Dickenson Road. Low density informal settlement is located to the south of the site; sugarcane cultivation to the east and west; and largely natural areas falling within the Durban Metropolitan Open Space System (DMOSS) to the north. The site is located at the head of a tributary of the Mdloti River in the middle reaches of the Mdloti River catchment. Hazelmere Dam, located on the Mdloti River, is approximately 600 m to the east of the site. The streams which flow through the site feed into the Mdloti River immediately downstream of the dam. The site is located in an open valley with relatively gentle slopes down to an unchannelled valley bottom wetland system located in the centre of the site. The two dams which are to be repaired and restored are located within this central wetland area. These wetland areas were previously cleared for sugarcane cultivation and drained using ridges and furrows, and have since been recolonized by pioneer grasses, alien invasive bushclumps and weeds with the cessation of sugarcane cultivation. There is also an artificial drainage channel (2m wide by 1-1.5m deep) in the upper reaches of this wetland area which has resulted in drawdown of the water table and decreased the natural extent of wetness. As a result, wetland habitat only occurs as a narrow corridor of sedges and bulrushes along the bed and banks of the channel. Furthermore, there also two smaller wetlands systems which feed into this central system. Only a portion of the western wetland system occurs within the boundaries of the property. This wetland area was also cleared in the past for sugarcane production and a central drainage channel was established down the length of the system to drain water out the wetland soils. As with the central system, these areas have been recolonized by pioneer grasses, alien invasive bushclumps and weeds with the cessation of sugarcane cultivation. The eastern wetland system comprises an upper and lower section. The lower section is a hillslope seepage wetland system which was previously cleared for sugarcane cultivation, and as a result, no natural habitat remains. The majority of this wetland area is now under vegetable cultivation interspersed with disturbed secondary grassland areas. The upper section is an un-channelled valley bottom wetland system which is currently under banana cultivation and no natural wetland habitat is present. The northern portion of this wetland has been in-filled with the

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establishment of the platform for the sportsfield. Furthermore, a number of gullies have recently formed in the lower reaches of the wetland area as result of the diversion of stormwater runoff into the upper reaches of the wetland system, as well headward gully erosion initiated by the establishment of the road crossing culverts.

4 Summary of Impacts Associated with the Development A summary of the predicted impacts associated with the repair of dams and construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments (construction and operational phases), which require specific management actions, are summarised in the Table 1 below. Table 1: Key potential impacts associated with the construction and operational phases

PHASE IMPACT DESCRIPTION Construction Loss of and

disturbance to adjacent environmentally sensitive areas

Direct disturbance of environmentally sensitive area as a result of construction activities e.g. site clearing and earthworks, as well as indirect impacts such as accelerated stormwater runoff and soil erosion.

Stormwater Site clearing and earthworks could result in accelerated stormwater runoff and soil erosion.

Noise Construction noise.

Dust Site clearing and earthworks could result in dust.

Visual impact Potential visual impacts as a result of earthworks and construction equipment.

Operational Habitat transformation and invasion of exotic / alien plants

Indirect impacts as a result of uncontrolled and accelerated stormwater flows, pollution from package sewage treatment plant, and poor management of environmentally sensitive areas.

Reduced flows to downstream wetland areas

The repair of the two existing earth dams will result in reduced flows to downstream wetland areas.

Pollution The LIV will be serviced by a package sewage treatment plant. Potential pollution risks to environmentally sensitive areas on site, as well as those downstream of the site.

Visual impact Potential visual impacts as a result of hard infrastructure located in or near environmentally sensitive areas.

Noise impact Potential noise impacts as a result of package sewage treatment plant, sewer pump station, and irrigation pump station.

Odour impact Potential noise impact as a result of package sewage treatment plant

Stormwater The proposed development will result in a increase in hard surfacing of the property compared to the status quo. Potential impacts associated with accelerated stormwater runoff and soil erosion.

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5 Roles and Responsibilities The roles and responsibilities of the key parties involved in the implementation of the EMPr are detailed below:

5.1 Developer The Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) is ultimately responsible for the implementation of the EMPr. Even where construction or operational activities are contracted out (e.g. to Contractors or Sub-contractors), the liability for non-compliance still rests with the Developer. The duties of the Developer include: o Comply with all applicable legislation, authorisations and requirements of the EMPr. o Appointment of an Environmental Control Officer (ECO) to monitor the implementation of the EMPr. o Ensure that the Contractors (and sub-contractors) are aware of and adhere to the provisions of this EMPr. o Ensure that the Contractors (and sub-contractors), as well as the ECO respond to non-compliance issues and

unforeseen events timeously and to the satisfaction of the authorities; o Notify the ECO, as well as the relevant authorities should non-compliance issues and unforeseen events not be

remedied timeously. o Ensure that a Non-user Conservation Servitude in favour of the eThekwini Municipality is registered over the

sensitive area of the site as demarcated on the approved SDP. The Developer must identify a Project Manager (PM) who has over-all responsibility for managing the Contractors and for ensuring that the relevant legal requirements are met. During the construction phase, the PM may be the consulting engineer or construction manager. All decisions regarding environmental procedures and protocol must be approved by the PM who also has the authority to stop any construction activity that is in contravention of the EMPr.

5.2 Environmental Control Officer (ECO) In terms of Condition XX of the Environmental Authorisation for the repair of dams and construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments (dated XX 2014), an Environmental Control Officer (ECO) must be appointed by the Developer for the duration of the construction phase. The duties of the ECO include: o Maintain, update and review the EMPr. o Liaison between the Developer, PM, Contractors (and sub-contractors), and relevant authorities on all

environmental concerns. o Monitoring the performance of the Contractors (and sub-contractors), and ensuring compliance with the EMPr. o Conducting regular audits to ensure that the EMPr is being implemented effectively. o Checking of Contractor’s records of environmental incidents (spills, impacts, legal transgressions etc.), as well as

corrective and preventative actions taken. o Checking of Contractor’s public complaints register in which all complaints are recorded, as well as action taken. o Issuing of site instructions to Contractors for corrective actions required. The ECO will also be responsible for conducting environmental awareness training for all Contractors (and sub-contractors) that will be working on site. This will cover the environmental requirements of the project, as well as the conditions contained in the EMPr. At the end of the training, participants will have to confirm that they have participated in the environmental awareness training, that they understand the requirements of the EMPr, and that they will undertake to comply with the conditions therein. It is the responsibility of the contractors which attended the training to ensure that all their staff understand and comply with the conditions of the EMPr.

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5.3 Contractor The duties of the Contractor include: o Comply with all applicable legislation and requirements of the EMPr. o Provide environmental awareness training to staff. o Ensure that sub-contractors comply with the conditions of the EMPr. The Contractor will be held responsible for

their sub-contractors’ non-compliance. o Supply method statements for all activities requiring special attention to the PM and ECO for the duration of their

appointment. o Conduct all activities in a manner that minimises disturbance to residents and the general public, as well as the

receiving environment. o Bear the costs for any damages / compensation as a result of non-compliance with the EMPr or written

instructions. o Notify the PM and ECO well in advance of any activities which may require the input of the ECO. Furthermore, each Contractor should appoint a Contractor’s Representative (CR), who is responsible for the on-site implementation of the EMPr (or relevant sections of the EMPr). This may be the site agent, site engineer, a dedicated ECO or an independent consultant. The duties of the Contractor’s Representative include: o Support the ECO in the monitoring of the EMPr by maintaining a permanent presence on site. o Inspect the site as required to ensure adherence to the conditions contained in the EMPr. o Provide inputs to the regular environmental audit report to be prepared by the ECO. o Liaise with the construction team on issues related to the implementation of, and compliance with, the EMPr. o Maintain a record of environmental incidents (spills, impacts, legal transgressions etc.), as well as corrective and

preventive actions taken, for submission to the PM and ECO. o Maintain a public complaints register in which all complaints are recorded, as well as action taken, for submission

to the PM and ECO.

5.4 Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) During the operational phase, the Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV) will also be responsible for the ongoing implementation of the EMPr. The duties of the LIV include: o Comply with the conditions of the EMPr and Environmental Authorisation. o Rehabilitation and continued management of the wetlands and development buffers on the property.

6 Legal Requirements As the preparation and implementation of an EMPr is a condition of the Environmental Authorisation for the repair of dams and construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments, all controls contained herein are legally binding. Implementation of the conditions contained in this EMPr is ultimately the responsibility of the Lungisisa Indlela Village (LIV).

7 Aim and Objectives of the Environmental Management Programme The aim of this EMPr is to ensure that undue or reasonably avoidable adverse impacts of the construction and operation of a project are prevented; and that the positive benefits of the project are enhanced.

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The objectives of the EMPr include: o Detail specific actions required to mitigate the potential environmental impacts associated with the repair of

dams and construction of pipelines and infrastructure in sensitive environments. o Implementation of the mitigation measures relating to construction and operational phases as contained in Final

Basic Assessment Report (BAR). o Assigning responsibilities for implementation of the EMPr to relevant parties. o Measuring and monitoring of environmental performance on site. o Providing feedback for continual improvement in environmental performance. o Responding to unforeseen events. The EMPr is presented in the following two parts: 1. Construction phase EMPr (see Section 7) 2. Operational phase EMPr (see Section 8)

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8 Construction Phase EMPr

No. Activity Responsibility A.1 Access Routes onto and within the Property Sound environmental principles must be followed whilst establishing access to the site. A.1.1 Access Routes A.1.1.1 Access routes for construction vehicles into the site, and haulage routes within the site

boundaries must be identified and agreed by all parties, including the ECO, at the outset of construction. This is to include appropriate turning points for construction vehicles on the site. Note that in designing the access and haulage routes, only the existing road below the dam may be used for crossing the valley in the north-west corner of the property. No other valley crossings shall be built.

PM, Contractor and ECO

A.1.1.2 Contractors shall ensure that internal construction haulage and access roads are maintained in good condition by attending to potholes, corrugations and stormwater damage as soon as these develop.

Contractor

A.1.1.3 Cognisance of vehicle weight / dimensions must be taken when using access constructed out of certain materials e.g. paved surfaces / cobbled entranceways.

PM and Contractor

A.1.1.4 Unnecessary compaction of soils by heavy vehicles must be avoided; construction vehicles must be restricted to agreed access, haulage routes and turning areas.

Contractor

A.1.1.5 If necessary, staff must be employed to clean surfaced roads used for access to the construction site where materials have been spilt.

Contractor

A.2 Construction Camp Careful planning of the construction camp can ensure that time and costs associated with environmental management and rehabilitation are minimised. A.2.1 Layout A.2.1.1 Choice of site for the Contractor’s camp requires the PM and ECO’s permission and must take

into account location of local residents and / or ecologically sensitive areas. A site plan must be submitted to the ECO for approval.

PM, Contractor and ECO

A.2.1.2 The size of the construction camp shall be minimised and the boundaries thereof clearly demarcated.

Contractor

A.2.1.3 Adequate parking must be designated for site staff and visitors and for earthmoving / construction equipment.

Contractor

A.2.1.4 The Contractor must attend to drainage of the camp site to avoid standing water and / or soil erosion.

Contractor

A.2.1.5 The Contractor shall ensure that his camp and parking areas are kept clean and tidy at all times. Contractor A.2.1.6 The Contractor to appoint someone to ensure that at the end of each day, all litter in the

construction camp is picked up and placed in the bins provided. Contractor

A.2.2 Ablutions A.2.2.1 Temporary chemical toilets must be provided for the duration of the construction period. Contractor A.2.2.2 Toilets shall be no closer than 100m from any water bodies or from the edge of the

environmentally sensitive area in the central, eastern and western portions of the property. Contractor

A.2.2.3 Toilets shall not be further than 100m from where staff is working (where practical). Contractor A.2.2.4 No more than 20 people shall share one toilet. Contractor A.2.2.5 Chemical toilets are to be maintained in a clean state. All waste from the chemical toilets is to

be disposed of in a proper manner at an appropriate wastewater treatment facility by a certified chemical waste contractor.

Contractor

A.2.2.6 The construction of “long drop” toilets is forbidden. Contractor A.2.2.7 Under no circumstances may open areas or the surrounding bush be used as a toilet facility. Contractor A.2.2.8 All shower areas must be properly constructed and must drain into a properly constructed soak

away if waterborne sewerage is not available. Contractor

A.2.2.9 Water for human consumption must be provided on site for workers. Contractor A.3 Worker Conduct A general regard for the social and ecological well-being of the site and adjacent areas is expected of the site staff. A.3.1 No alcohol / drugs, or pets, are to be brought onto the site whatsoever. Contractor A.3.2 No firearms allowed on site or in vehicles transporting staff to / from site, (unless used by

security personnel). Contractor

A.3.3 Construction workers shall be made aware that they are not to make excessive noise (e.g. shouting / hooting)

Contractor

A.3.4 Poaching, setting snares and the harvesting of firewood, medicinal plants, tree bark, flowers or any other natural materials, animals, birds, reptiles etc. is forbidden on the site and adjacent properties.

Contractor

A.3.5 Trespassing on neighbouring properties is forbidden. All workers must be shown the limits of Contractor

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the property and remain within these limits during the course of the working day. A.3.6 No workers may sleep on the property unless proper accommodation and ablutions for this has

been established. Contractor

A.3.7 Workers must be instructed to be polite to neighbours, and be told whom any interested members of the public may be directed to on site.

Contractor

A.3.8 Only fires within a controlled braai area are permitted. This area should be established within the boundary of the construction camp and to the satisfaction of the ECO.

Contractor

A.4 General Substances, Materials and Waste A.4.1 Storage Areas A.4.1.1 Choice of location for materials storage areas must take into account prevailing winds, distance

to water bodies and general on-site topography. PM and Contractor

A.4.1.2 Storage areas must be designated, demarcated and fenced if necessary. Contractor A.4.1.3 Storage areas shall be secure so as to minimize the risk of crime. They shall also be safe from

access by children / animals etc. Contractor

A.4.1.4 Fire prevention facilities must be present at all storage facilities. Contractor A.4.2 Handling of General Waste A.4.2.1 The excavation and use of rubbish pits on site is forbidden. Contractor A.4.2.2 Burning of any waste whatsoever is forbidden. Contractor A.4.2.3 A fenced area must be allocated for waste sorting and temporary storage. Contractor A.4.2.4 Individual skips for different types of waste (e.g. “household” type refuse, building rubble, etc.)

shall be provided. Contractor

A.4.2.5 Refuse must be placed in the designated skips / bins which must be regularly emptied by a registered waste collection and disposal contractor. These shall remain within demarcated areas and shall be designed to prevent refuse from being blown out by wind.

Contractor

A.4.2.6 In addition to the waste facilities within the construction camp, provision must be made for waste receptacles to be placed at intervals along the work front where relevant.

Contractor

A.4.2.7 Littering on site is forbidden and the site shall be cleared of litter at the end of each working day.

Contractor

A.4.2.8 Recycling is to be encouraged by providing separate receptacles for different types of waste and making sure that staff are aware of their uses.

Contractor

A.4.3 Disposal of Waste A.4.3.1 All waste must be removed from the site and transported to a registered landfill site. Contractor A.4.3.2 Waybills proving legal disposal shall be kept in an Environmental File on site for the ECO, PM, or

the relevant authorities’ inspection. Contractor

A.4.3.3 Construction rubble may be disposed of in pre-agreed, demarcated spoil dumps that have been approved by the PM and ECO, or at a registered landfill site.

Contractor

A.5 Hazardous Substances, Materials and Waste Hazardous substances / materials are those that are potentially: poisonous, flammable, carcinogenic or toxic. Examples include: o diesel, petroleum, oil, bituminous products o cement o solvent based paints o lubricants o pesticides, herbicides o LPG A.5.1 Hazardous Substances and Materials Storage Areas A.5.1.1 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) shall be readily available on site for all chemicals and

hazardous substances to be used on site. Where possible and available, MSDSs shall additionally include information on ecological impacts and measures to minimise negative environmental impacts during accidental releases or escapes.

Contractor

A.5.1.2 Hazardous materials storage areas must be bunded with an impermeable liner to protect soil and water resources. Bunded areas must have a capacity of at least 150% of the volume of the container storing the substance(s). Bunded areas constructed of concrete blocks lined with suitably dense plastic sheeting may be used.

Contractor

A.5.1.3 Refuelling areas must be bunded with an impermeable liner to protect soil and water resources. A portable metal / plastic sheet having a lip on all sides sufficiently high enough to contain spillages may be used.

Contractor

A.5.1.4 Fuel and oil storage tanks must meet relevant safety specifications and be stored on an impermeable base with an oil tight bund. Fuel tanks shall be elevated so that leaks may be easily detected.

Contractor

A.5.1.5 Spills in bunded areas must be cleaned up, removed and disposed of safely from the bunded area as soon after detection as possible to minimise pollution risk and reduced bunding capacity.

Contractor

A.5.1.6 Storage areas containing hazardous substances / materials must be fenced, clearly demarcated, Contractor

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and required signs displayed. These areas are to be kept under lock and key. A.5.1.7 Fire prevention facilities must be present at all storage facilities and be easily accessible at all

times. Contractor

A.5.1.8 A spill kit is to be kept at hazardous materials storage areas at all times. Contractor A.5.1.9 Staff dealing with these materials / substances must be aware of their potential impacts and

follow the appropriate safety measures. Contractor’s Representative

A.5.1.10 Contractors shall submit a method statement and plans for the storage of hazardous materials and emergency procedures to the PM and ECO for approval prior to bringing the materials on site.

Contractor

A.5.2 Handling of Hazardous Substances and Materials A.5.2.1 All concrete mixing must take place on a designated, impermeable surface. Contractor A.5.2.2 Mixing / decanting of all chemicals and hazardous substances must take place either on a tray

or on an impermeable surface. A portable metal / plastic sheet having a lip on all sides sufficiently high enough to contain spillages may be used. Waste from these shall then be disposed of to a suitable registered landfill site that accepts hazardous wastes.

Contractor

A.5.2.3 No vehicles transporting concrete to the site may be washed on site. Contractor A.5.2.4 No vehicles transporting, placing or compacting asphalt or any other bituminous product may

be washed on site. Contractor

A.5.2.5 Lime and other powders must not be mixed during excessively windy conditions. Contractor A.5.2.6 All substances required for vehicle maintenance and repair must be stored in sealed containers

until they can be disposed of / removed from the site. No major repairs on vehicles or equipment may be carried out on site.

Contractor

A.5.2.7 Hazardous substances / materials are to be transported in sealed containers or bags. Contractor A.5.2.8 Spraying of herbicides / pesticides shall not take place under windy conditions and must comply

with OHSA specs and other chemical handling laws. Contractor

A.5.3 Disposal of Hazardous Substances and Materials A.5.3.1 Hazardous waste collection, transport and disposal must be carried out by an approved

hazardous waste contractor. Waybills proving safe disposal shall be kept in the Environmental File on site for the PM, ECO and relevant authorities’ inspection.

Contractor

A.6 Natural Materials Management A.6.1 Source of Natural Materials A.6.1.1 Contractors shall prepare a source statement indicating the sources of all natural materials

(including topsoil, sands, natural gravels, crushed stone, asphalt, clay liners etc.), and submit these to CR and ECO for approval prior to commencement of any work.

Contractor

A.6.1.2 The supplier must provide proof that they have sourced materials from an approved site. A signed document from the supplier of natural materials must be obtained confirming that they have been obtained in a sustainable manner and in compliance with relevant legislation.

Contractor

A.6.2 Stockpile Management A.6.2.1 Stockpiles must be positioned away from sensitive areas to prevent soil eroding directly into

these areas. Stockpiles must not be situated in or within 20m of the edge of the environmentally sensitive area in the central, eastern and western portions of the property.

Contractor

A.6.2.2 Stockpiles shall not exceed 2m in height unless otherwise permitted by the PM. Contractor A.6.2.3 If stockpiles are exposed to windy conditions or heavy rain, they must be covered either by

grass or cloth, depending on the duration of the project. Stockpiles may further be protected by the construction of berms or low brick walls around their bases.

Contractor

A.6.2.4 Stockpiles shall be kept clear of weeds and alien vegetation growth by regular weeding. Contractor A.6.2.5 Material stockpiles or stacks, such as pipes must be stable and well secured to avoid collapse

and possible injury to site workers / local residents. Contractor

A.6.2.6 Obstruction to drivers’ line of site due to stockpiles and stacked materials must be avoided, especially at intersections and sharp corners.

Contractor

A.6.2.7 No materials are to be stored in unstable or high-risk areas such as on steep slopes. Contractor A.7 General Site Management A.7.1 Dust Control A.7.1.1 Vehicles travelling around site must adhere to the speed limit of 20km/hr unless specified

otherwise to avoid creating excessive dust. Contractor

A.7.1.2 Areas that have been stripped of vegetation must be dampened periodically to avoid excessive dust.

Contractor

A.7.1.3 Where dust is unavoidable, screening may also be required utilising wooden supports and shade cloth.

Contractor

A.7.1.4 Fine materials being transported must be covered with tarpaulins or equivalent material. Contractor A.7.2 Noise A.7.2.1 Construction vehicles are to be fitted with standard silencers prior to the beginning of

construction. Contractor

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A.7.2.2 Equipment that is fitted with noise reduction facilities (e.g. side flaps, silencers etc.) shall be used as per operating instructions and maintained properly during site operations.

Contractor

A.7.2.3 Machinery and vehicles are to be kept in good working order for the duration of the project to minimize noise nuisance to neighbours.

Contractor

A.7.2.4 Noisy activities must be restricted to working hours (08h00 to 17h00) during week days. Contractor A.7.3 Visual Impacts A.7.3.1 Storage facilities, elevated tanks and other temporary structures on site shall be located such

that they have as little visual impact as possible. Given that construction activities are generally located along the main access road, these construction areas should be screened from users of the main access road using a 1.8 m high shade cloth fence.

Contractor

A.7.3.2 Lighting on the construction site shall be pointed downwards and inwards. Contractor A.7.3.3 Special attention shall be given to the screening of highly reflective materials on site. Contractor A.7.3.4 The site must be kept clean to minimise the visual impact of the site. Contractor A.7.4 Safety and Security A.7.4.1 The site shall be fenced in order to reduce the opportunity for criminal activity in the locality of

the construction site. Contractor

A.7.4.2 Potentially hazardous areas such as trenches are to be demarcated and clearly marked with appropriate signage.

Contractor

A.7.4.3 Lighting on site is to be set out to provide maximum security and to enable easier policing of the site, without creating a visual nuisance to local residents.

Contractor

A.7.4.4 Flammable materials shall be stored as far as possible from adjacent residents / businesses. Contractor A.7.4.5 Fire fighting equipment shall be present on site at all times as per the requirements of the

OHSA. Contractor

A.7.5 Cultural Artefacts / Historical Objects A.7.5.1 Prior to the commencement of construction, all staff need to know what possible

archaeological or historical objects of value may look like and to notify the PM / Contractor shall such an item be uncovered. Possible items of historical or archaeological value include old stone foundations, tools, clayware, jewellery, remains, fossils etc.

Contractor

A.7.5.2 If something of this nature is uncovered, the Research and Professional Services Division of AMAFA shall be contacted and work shall be stopped immediately. The contact details are: telephone no 033-3946543, fax 033-3426097.

Contractor

A.7.6 Environmental File A.7.6.1 An Environmental File, which is to be prepared by the ECO, shall be kept at the construction

camp at all times. This file must contain copies of the following documents: o EMPr. o Waybills providing proof of safe disposal of all general and hazardous waste at appropriate

registered landfill site(s) suitable for the different waste types. o Complaints register. o Spill Response Plan

ECO and CR

A.8 Earthworks and Soil Protection The stripping of vegetation during preliminary activities and earthworks on site greatly

increases the risk of erosion. Uncontrolled soil erosion may cause siltation and pollution of water bodies and result in loss of valuable topsoil.

A.8.1 Soil Conservation A.8.1.1 Once an area has been cleared of vegetation, the top layer (nominally 100mm) of soil shall be

removed and stockpiled in a designated area. This is to be used for site rehabilitation purposes. Contractor

A.8.2 Exposed Surfaces

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A.8.2.1 The time that stripped areas are exposed shall be minimised wherever possible. Contractor A.8.2.2 Topsoiling and revegetation shall commence immediately after the completion of an activity

and at an agreed distance behind any particular work front. Particular priority is to be given to cut / fill embankments, where the time between completion of earthworks and start of revegetation may not exceed 1 week.

Contractor

A.8.2.3 Stormwater control and wind screening shall be undertaken to prevent soil loss from the site. Contractor A.8.2.4 Side tipping of spoil and excavated materials into the environmentally sensitive portion of the

property shall not be permitted – all spoil material shall be disposed of as directed by the PM.

Contractor

A.8.2.5 Battering of all banks shall be such that cut and fill embankments are no steeper than previous natural slopes unless otherwise permitted by the PM. Cut and fill embankments steeper than previous ground levels shall be revegetated immediately (revegetation must start no more than 1 week following completion of earthworks) or shall be protected against erosion using bioengineered stabilisation measures as shown in below. Deep-rooted vegetation such as Vetiver grass is effective to stabilise steeper embankments.

Contractor

A.8.2.6 All embankments, unless otherwise directed by the PM, shall be protected by a cut off drain to prevent water from cascading down the face of the embankment and causing erosion.

Contractor

A.8.3 Earthworks Activities A8.3.1 Earthworks activities must be completed in accordance with the Earthworks Plan approved by

the PM and ECO. Any deviations from this Plan must first be approved by these parties before the earthworks activities commence.

Contractor

A8.3.2 Earthworks in the vicinity of the environmentally sensitive areas are to be carefully controlled to prevent:

a) Incursions into the wetland areas with earth / spoil / rubble / rocks;b) Any threats to, or impacts on, the stability of slopes;c) Excessive sedimentation / sediment collection downslope of construction areas as a

result of uncontrolled stormwater run-off, activities of earthworks machinery or any other cause;

d) Earthworks machinery entering the wetland areas.

Contractor

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8.3.3 A 1.8 m high shade cloth fence should be erected between construction sites and environmentally sensitive areas to act as a barrier to all materials moved in the earthworks process. This measure must achieve protection of the wetland areas from all soil / spoil / rock and sediment loosened during the earthworks process. This includes, but is not limited to: o The northern, southern, and western edges of the site for the package sewage treatment

plant; o The southern edge of the site for the sewer pump station; o The western edge of trenches for sewer pipelines between sewer pump station and

package sewage treatment plant; o All sides of the site for the irrigation pump station and associated pipelines; o The southern edges of the site for the repair of two existing earth embankments.

Contractor

A.9 Stormwater Management Serious financial and environmental impacts can be caused by unmanaged stormwater. Construction activities frequently result in diversions of natural water flow resulting in concentration of flow and an increase in the erosive potential of the water. Measures in this section are aimed at reducing the erosive potential of stormwater. A.9.1 General Principles A.9.1.1 The stormwater management plan for the LIV must ensure that adequate attenuation is

undertaken on the property to minimise the risk of contributing to elevated peak flows in downstream aquatic environments (and cause associated river scouring and erosion).

PM

A.9.1.2 Temporary cut off drains and berms shall be used to capture stormwater and promote infiltration.

Contractor

A.9.1.3 There shall be a periodic checking of the site’s drainage system to ensure that the water flow is unobstructed.

Contractor

A.9.1.4 The use of high velocity stormwater pipelines shall be avoided in favour of open, high friction, semi-permeable channels wherever feasible.

Contractor

A.9.1.5 A number of smaller stormwater outfall points shall be constructed rather than a few large outfall points.

Contractor

A.9.1.6 Stormwater outfalls shall be designed to reduce flow velocity and avoid soil erosion. Contractor A.9.1.7 Internal roads on the flatter portions of the site should be gravel, while internal roads on the

steeper potions of the site should be brick-paved to encourage infiltration (except where there is a high risk of fuel / oil spillage onto the surfaces). This will reduce surface stormwater flow volumes and thus erosivity.

Contractor

A.9.2 Stormwater Detention Ponds A.9.2.1 Peak stormwater discharge from the site/area should not be increased with development of

the site/area. Stormwater should be detained on site through the use of stormwater detention ponds wherever possible. A series of detention ponds may be required where flow volumes are high.

Contractor

A.9.2.2 Detention ponds should be vegetated either with wetland vegetation or grass from the revegetation specification. The detention ponds must not block the water flow, but should encourage spreading of the flow over a wider area to reduce velocity and encourage infiltration.

Contractor

A.9.2.3 The detention / retention ponds will act as silt traps during the construction phase and should be cleared periodically.

Contractor

A.9.2.4 Silt dredged from the ponds must be disposed of at a registered landfill site if it cannot be re-used in construction and landscaping (as topdress). No silt may be dumped in an ad hoc fashion anywhere on site.

Contractor

A.9.3 Unchannelled Flow A.9.3.1 During construction unchannelled flow must be controlled to avoid soil erosion. Where large

areas of soil are left exposed, rows of straw / hay or bundles of cut vegetation shall be dug into Contractor

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the soil in contours to slow surface wash and capture eroded soil. The spacing between rows will be dependent on slope (see below figures).

A.9.3.2 Where surface runoff is concentrated (e.g. along exposed roadways / tracks), flow shall be

slowed by contouring with thatch, hay bales or bundled vegetation generated during site clearance operation. If the area must be used for construction vehicles, berms may be used instead. The berms must be at least 30cm high and well compacted. The berms shall channel concentrated flow into detention ponds or areas protected with hay bales for flow reduction and sediment capture.

Contractor

A.10 Conservation of Natural Environment A.10.1 Fauna and Flora A.10.1.1 No vegetation may be cleared without prior permission from the ECO and PM. Contractor A.10.1.2 Trees that are to be protected shall be marked beforehand with danger tape. The ECO must be

given adequate advance notice of impending clearing activities to mark vegetation that is to be conserved before the Contractor begins clearing the site.

Contractor and ECO

A.10.1.3 Only trees that have NOT been marked beforehand may be removed. Contractor A.10.1.4 Care must be taken to avoid the introduction of alien plant species to the site and surrounding

areas (Particular attention must be paid to imported soil / compost materials). Contractor

A.10.1.5 Disturbance to birds, animals and reptiles and their habitats shall be minimised wherever possible.

Contractor

A.10.1.6 The hunting of birds and all other animals on site and in surrounding areas is forbidden. Contractor A.10.1.7 The setting of snares and traps on site and in surrounding areas are forbidden. Contractor A.10.1.8 Immediate revegetation of stripped areas and removal of aliens by weeding must take place.

This significantly reduces the amount of time and money that must be spent on alien plant management during rehabilitation.

Contractor

A.10.1.9 Alien vegetation encroachment onto the site must be controlled during construction.

Contractor

A.10.2 Protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas A.10.2.1 The environmentally sensitive areas in the central, eastern, and western portions of the

property must be demarcated and fenced off for the duration of the construction phase. No workers or machines are permitted in this area unless for the purposes of undertaking environmental restoration and management activities.

ECO and Contractor

A.10.2.2 For construction activities, such as repairs to the existing earth embankments and construction of irrigation pump station, which occur within environmentally sensitive areas, a construction zone must be defined and fenced using a 1.8 m high shade cloth fence.

ECO and Contractor

A.10.2.3 No indigenous vegetation shall be removed or cut within designated environmentally sensitive Contractor

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areas without prior permission from the ECO and PM. A.10.2.4 Construction workers shall, where possible, minimise disturbance to sensitive areas outside the

development footprint. Contractor

A.10.2.5 No heavy machinery should be used within the designated sensitive areas. Contractor A.10.3 Site Rehabilitation A.10.3.1 Fast growing, locally indigenous trees and shrubs are to be planted around the package sewage

treatment plant, sewer pump station, and irrigation pump station, to soften hard building / roof lines, and screen exposed infrastructure.

Landscaping Contractor

A.10.3.2 Rehabilitation and landscaping should commence immediately after completion of construction.


A.10.3.3 Where possible, physical methods, such as hand-pulling, chopping, sawing or slashing, shall be used to remove invasive alien plant saplings or shrubs.


A.10.3.4 No herbicides which are applied as a foliar spray may be used within the designated sensitive areas. Cut stump applications are permissible under controlled conditions.


A.10.3.5 Cut invasive alien plant material must be removed from the sensitive areas and disposed of at a registered garden refuse / landfill site. Burning of such garden refuse is not permitted on the property.


A.10.3.6 Soft engineering approaches, such as rock packs, cut material, or soil, can be used to fill small drains or ditches.


A.10.3.8 Revegetation with indigenous plants to follow immediately after removal of invasive alien plants.


A.10.3.9 Suitable indigenous trees to be planted next to remaining exotic trees in order to replace these trees in the future.


A.11 Sanitation A.11.1 PM to confirm that there are no cross-connections between sewage and stormwater

reticulation systems during construction phase. PM

9 Operational Phase EMPr

No. Activity Responsibility B.1 Maintenance of Package Sewage Treatment Plant and Sewer Pump Station B.1.1 Qualified Operator and Servicing B.1.1.1 The LIV must appoint a qualified contractor to inspect and service the package sewage treatment

plant on a regular basis. The contractor must be available at short notice to attend to any problems with the plant.

LIV

B.1.1.2 A Plant Operation Plan must be established that sets out the operational controls, inspection schedules, and servicing schedules for all equipment. The Plan must include a Spill Response Plan that details the steps that must be taken by the LIV in the case of overflow, spill or other malfunction of the Plant.

LIV

B.1.2 Plant Inspections B.1.2.1 The LIV must either appoint a suitable person to conduct daily and weekly checks of the Plant as

required by the Plant Operation Plan, or appoint persons living or working at the LIV to undertake this function.

LIV

B.1.2.2 The LIV must ensure that the daily, weekly, monthly and annual Package Sewage Treatment Plant checks and monitoring are undertaken in accordance with the Plant Operation Plan and proper records of such inspections are kept.

LIV

B.1.3 Maintaining a Sound and Odour Buffering B1.3.1 Trees and shrubs must be maintained around the package sewage treatment plant to act as a noise

and odour buffer, as well as a visual buffer of this facility. LIV

B1.3.2 The standby generator for the package sewage treatment plant and sewer pump station is to be permanently housed in a closed structure that offers soundproofing.

LIV

B.2 Maintenance of Stormwater Attenuation Infrastructure B.2.1 Surface run-off must be managed such that all run-off from hard-surfaced areas is contained within

the engineered run-off channel or designated areas. LIV

B.2.2 The stormwater attenuation infrastructure is to be regularly maintained. This includes: o Checking and repairing leaks or structural problems. o Upgrading existing infrastructure as required to prevent future erosion. o Desilting stormwater attenuation features when required.

LIV

B.2.3 Any soil erosion must be attended to immediately. LIV B.2.4 Any surface run-off that may contain pollutants for any reason (e.g. following a fuel spill in the

parking area) must be filtered before being discharged to the stormwater system. LIV

B.2.5 No unattenuated stormwater runoff-may be directed towards the environmentally sensitive areas. LIV

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B.2.6 Surface run-off must be managed such that all run-off from hard-surfaced areas is contained within the engineered run-off channel or designated areas.

LIV

B.3 Protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas B.3.1 No infrastructure which may result in the direct disturbance of environmentally sensitive areas on

site should be permitted, unless it has been authorised in terms of this (DM/0021/2014) and the previous (DM/007/10) Environmental Authorisations.

LIV

B.3.2 No cultivation may take place within the delineated wetland areas. LIV B.3.3 Cultivation may take place within the wetland buffer areas so long as it does not result in the direct

disturbance of adjacent wetland areas. LIV

B.3.4 The environmentally sensitive areas must be kept clear of invasive alien plants in accordance with the Wetland Rehabilitation Plan (see Appendix D of BAR), and must be protected from soil erosion and other damage. Any such issues that arise must be remediated immediately.

LIV

B.3.5 The environmentally sensitive areas are to be rehabilitated in accordance with the attached Wetland Rehabilitation Plan (see Appendix D of BAR). No landscaping may take place in these areas.

LIV

B.3.6 No hunting of any wildlife may be undertaken on the property. LIV B.3.7 Any pathways in the environmentally sensitive areas must be properly constructed so as to avoid

these areas becoming sources of soil erosion, and must be properly maintained. LIV

B.4 Lighting B.4.1 Lighting should be minimised to help reduce the visual impact of the development, and to minimise

impact on the natural areas abutting the property. No bright lighting shall be permitted to shine into the environmentally sensitive areas.

LIV

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Appendix G: Other information

Comparison of 2010 EIA Regulations Listed Activities that have been assessed in this Basic Assessment Report, and applicable Listed Activities in terms of the 2014 EIA Regulations

GNR. 544 of 2010 Activities:

Describe the relevant Basic Assessment Activity(ies) in writing as per Listing Notice 1 (GN No. R. 544)

Describe the portion of the development as per the project description that relates to the applicable listed activity.

GNR983 of 2014 Activities: Comment

18 The infilling or depositing of any material of more than 5 cubic metres into, or the dredging, excavation, removal or moving of soil, sand, shells, shell grit, pebbles or rock of 5 cubic metres or more from: (i) a watercourse;

The proposed reinstatement of the two existing earth dams would require more than 5m3 of soil to be moved/infilled/deposited in the drainage line

19. The infilling or depositing of any material of more than 5 cubic metres into, or the dredging, excavation, removal or moving of soil, sand, shells, shell grit, pebbles or rock of more than 5 cubic metres from: (i) a watercourse;

Activity 19. Of GNR983 (2014) affects the proposed development and is directly comparable to Activity 18. Of GNR544 (2010). The assessment of impacts associated with this listed activity has therefore been addressed in the Basic Assessment Report.

11 The construction of: (xi) Infrastructure or structures covering 50 square metres or more.. where such construction occurs within a watercourse or within 32 metres of a watercourse...”

The development of the sewer pump station and associated pipelines, sewer outfall and headwall, and irrigation pump station and associated pipelines, cumulatively may be more than 100 square metres or more, within a distance of 32 m from the edge of the watercourse.

12. The development of: (xii) Infrastructure or structures with a physical footprint of 100 square metres or more… where such development occurs- (a) within a watercourse; (c) if no development setback exists, within 32 metres of a watercourse, measured from the edge of a watercourse”

Activity 12. Of GNR983 (2014) affects the proposed development (cumulatively across the whole site) and is directly comparable to Activity 56. of GNR544 (2010). The assessment of impacts associated with this listed activity has therefore been addressed in the Basic Assessment Report.

12. The development of: (iv) dams, where the dam, including infrastructure and water surface area exceeds 100m2 in size (a) within a watercourse(c) …within 32m of a watercourse…

This trigger is not applicable as the dams are being re-instated and are therefore not new structures that could be defined as being “developed”. Regardless, the impact of reinstating the dams has been assessed in the BAR.

25. The development and related operation of facilities of infrastructure for the treatment of effluent, wastewater or sewage with a daily throughput capacity of more than 2000m3 but less than 15000m3

This trigger does not apply as the daily throughput capacity of the package treatment plant constructed at LIV will be 345m3. Regardless, certain impacts associated with constructing and operating the package plant have been assessed in the BAR. For contextual purposes.

28. Residential,……or institutional developments where such land was used for agriculture… on or after 1 April 1998 ad where such development (ii) will occur outside an urban area,

This trigger does not apply because although the property on which LIV has been developed is outside an urban area, is larger than 1 hectare and was used for agriculture after 1 April 1998,

where the total land to be developed is bigger than 1 Ha, excluding where such land has already been developed for residential, … or institutional purposes.

the development and operation of the childrens home at LIV had already happened at the time that the 2014 EIA Regulations were promulgated.

48. The expansion of (iv) dams, where the dam, including infrastructure and water surface area, is expanded by 100m2 or more in size

This trigger does not apply as the proposal is to reinstate two degraded pre-existing dams to their former size, or smaller, and not expand their capacity.

66. The expansion of a dam….

This trigger does not apply as the proposal is to reinstate two pre-existing dams to their former height and storage capacity – no expansion is proposed.

GNR 545 of 2010 Activities

Describe the relevant Basic Assessment Activity(ies) in writing as per Listing Notice 2 (GNR 545)



16. The development of a dam where the highest part of the dam wall….is 5m or higher….

This trigger is not applicable as the dams are being re-instated and are therefore not new structures that could be defined as being “developed”. In addition, neither of the two dams are proposed to have walls that are higher than 5m.

GNR 546 of 2010 Activities

Describe the relevant Basic Assessment Activity(ies) in writing as per Listing Notice 3 (GNR 546)



12 The clearance of an area of 300 square metres or more of vegetation where 75% or more of the vegetative cover constitutes indigenous vegetation…(a) within any critically endangered or endangered ecosystem listed in terms of section 52 of the NEMBA or prior to the publication of such

The lower dam is located within an area identified as CBA 1 (Critical Biodiversity Area 1) in the KwaZulu-Natal Terrestrial Systematic Conservation Plan and Critically Endangered ecosystem in terms of the National List of Ecosystem that are Threatened and in Need of Protection (GNR 1002, 2011). Portions of the property has been identified as “Irreplaceable” in terms of the EKZNW Terrestrial Systematic Conservation Plan, as well as “Interior North Coast Grasslands”, which are listed as a critically endangered ecosystem in terms Section 52 of NEMBA. The proposed reinstatement of the

12. “The clearance of an area of 300 square metres or more of indigenous vegetation except where such clearance of indigenous vegetation is required for maintenance purposes undertaken in accordance with a maintenance management plan… (a) in KwaZulu-Natal (v) Within any critically endangered or endangered ecosystem listed in terms of section 52 of the NEMBA or prior to the publication of such a list, within an area that has been identified as


a list, within an area that has been identified as critically endangered in the National Spatial Biodiversity Assessment 2004”

dam, which includes removing all vegetation from the dam basin (1.2 ha or 12,000 m2 in extent), would require an area of 300 square metres or more of vegetation where the vegetative cover constitutes indigenous vegetation to be cleared. However, this vegetation to be cleared comprises wetland vegetation and does not comprise the Critically Endangered Durban Metropole North Coast Grassland predicted by the relevant conservation plans to occur in this location.

critically endangered in the National Spatial Biodiversity Assessment 2004; (v) Critical biodiversity areas as identified in systematic biodiversity plans adopted by the competent authority or in bioregional plans;

16 The construction of: (iv) Infrastructure covering 10 square metres or more� where such construction occurs within a watercourse or within 32 metres of a watercourse, measured from the edge of a watercourse, (a) In KwaZulu-Natal: ii. Outside urban areas, in: (ff) Critical biodiversity areas or ecosystem service areas as identified in systematic biodiversity plans adopted by the competent authority or in bioregional plans;”

The watercourse and existing earth dams on the LIV property fall within an area identified as “Irreplaceable” in terms of the EKZNW Terrestrial Systematic Conservation Plan. The construction of sewer pump station and associated pipelines, sewer outfall and headwall, and irrigation pump station and associated pipelines, may be more than 10 square metres or more within a distance of the 32 m of the central wetland areas

14. The development of: (xii) Infrastructure or structures with a physical footprint of 10 square metres or more; where such development occurs: a) within a watercourse

(d) in KwaZulu-Natal: (vii). Critical biodiversity areas or ecological support areas as identified in systematic biodiversity plans adopted by the competent authority or in bioregional plans


14. The development of (iv) dams, where the dam including infrastructure and water surface area exceeds 10m2 in size…. (d) In KwaZulu-Natal … (vii) in Critical Biodiversity Areas, or (viii) Sensitive areas as identified in an EMF.

This trigger is not applicable as the dams are being re-instated and are therefore not new structures that could be defined as being “developed”.

23. The expansion of (iv) dams, where the dam is expanded by 10m2 or more in size…. (e) In KwaZulu-Natal … (vii) in Critical Biodiversity Areas, or (viii) Sensitive areas as identified in an EMF.

This trigger is not applicable as the dams are being re-instated and are therefore not new structures that could be defined as being “developed”. The dams are also being reinstated to their previous size and are therefore not being expanded.

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