RAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT - SAHRIS | SAHRA

Director – P De Lange BL (UP) Pr LArch SAMobile: +27 82 571 5396 Fax: +27 86 588 4242 Email: [email protected]

P.O. Box 177 Woodlands 0072

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION FOR THE PROPOSED TOWNSHIP ESTABLISHMENT TO BEKNOWN AS ZANDSPRUIT PHASE II ON PORTIONS 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175OF THE FARM ZANDSPRUIT 191-IQ & AGRICULTURAL HOLDING 43 SONNEDAL A.H, WITHIN THE CITY OFJOHANNESBURG METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (GDARD)

Prepared on behalf of:

THE CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITYContact Person : Ms. Busi MolefePhysical Address : Roodepoort Ground Floor, Roodepoort Civic Centre, 100 Christiaan de Wet Road, Florida ParkP.O. Box : Private Bag X 30, RoodepoortPostal Code : 1725

Telephone : 011 761 0135E-mail : [email protected]

For review and approval by:

GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT11 Diagonal StreetDiamond BuildingNewtownJohannesburg2000

Tel: (011) 240 2500Fax: (011) 240 2700

MAY 2017

A Report Compiled by:

DELRON CONSULTING (Pty) LtdP.O. Box 177WOODLANDS0072

Mobile: 082 571 5396Fax: 086 588 4242

DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT

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Date May 2017

Document Title

DRAFT BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT: Application for Environmental Authorisationfor the Proposed Township Establishment to be known as Zandspruit Phase II onPortions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of theFarm Zandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H, within the City ofJohannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

Proponent / Applicant The City of Johannesburg MetropolitanMunicipality

Contact Person : Ms. Busi Molefe

Physical Address : Roodepoort GroundFloor, Roodepoort Civic Centre, 100

Christiaan de Wet Road, Florida Park

P.O. Box : Private Bag X 30, RoodepoortPostal Code : 1725

Telephone : 011 761 0135E-mail : [email protected]

The Competent Authority Gauteng Department of Agriculture andRural Development

11 Diagonal StreetDiamond Building

NewtownJohannesburg

2000

Tel: (011) 240 2500Fax: (011) 240 2700

Authority Reference Number

Environmental AssessmentPractitioner Delron Consulting (Pty) Ltd

P.O. Box 177WOODLANDS

0072

Mobile: 082 571 5396Fax: 086 588 4242

E-mail: [email protected] Number: #0

Prepared / Checked by: P De Lange, C Mahlangu

Approved: Mr. P De Lange (BL (UP) Pr LArch SA)

Signature:

COPYRIGHT IS VESTED IN DELRON CONSULTING (PTY) LTD IN TERMS OF THE COPYRIGHT ACT (ACT 98 OF 1978) AND NO USE ORREPRODUCTION OR DUPLICATION THEREOF MAY OCCUR WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE AUTHOR

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Undertaking by the EAP

I, Pieter De Lange, working as an EAP at Delron Consulting (Pty) Ltd declare that:

All work undertaken relating to the proposed project was done as an independent consultant;

I have the necessary expertise to conduct EIAs, including the required knowledge and understanding of any guidelines orpolicies that are relevant to the proposed activity;

I have undertaken all the work and associated studies in an objective manner, even if the findings of these studies werenot favourable to the project proponent;

I have no vested interest, financial or otherwise, in the proposed project or the outcome thereof, apart from fairremuneration for the work undertaken;

I have no vested interest, including any conflicts of interest, in either the proposed project or the studies conducted inrespect of the proposed project, other than complying with the relevant required regulations;

I have disclosed all material information in my possession that may have the potential to influence the competentauthority’s decision and/or objectivity in terms of any reports, plans or documents related to the proposed project asrequired by the regulations; and

I have included all comments and inputs provided by the Interested and Affected Parties during the Public ParticipationProcess in this Basic Assessment Report.

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APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION FOR THE PROPOSED TOWNSHIP ESTABLISHMENT TO BEKNOWN AS ZANDSPRUIT PHASE II ON PORTIONS 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175OF THE FARM ZANDSPRUIT 191-IQ & AGRICULTURAL HOLDING 43 SONNEDAL A.H, WITHIN THE CITY OFJOHANNESBURG METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY

BASIC ASSESSMENT REPORT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION A: ACTIVITY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................ 11. PROPOSAL OR DEVELOPMENT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................... 1

2. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION, POLICIES AND/OR GUIDELINES .................................................................................... 9

3. ALTERNATIVES .............................................................................................................................................................. 13

4. PHYSICAL SIZE OF THE ACTIVITY............................................................................................................................... 16

5. SITE ACCESS ................................................................................................................................................................. 17

6. LAYOUT OR ROUTE PLAN ............................................................................................................................................ 18

7. SITE PHOTOGRAPHS .................................................................................................................................................... 19

8. FACILITY ILLUSTRATION .............................................................................................................................................. 19

SECTION B: DESCRIPTION OF RECEIVING ENVIRONMENT .......................................................................... 201. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................ 20

2. ACTIVITY POSITION....................................................................................................................................................... 21

3. GRADIENT OF THE SITE ............................................................................................................................................... 22

4. LOCATION IN LANDSCAPE ........................................................................................................................................... 22

5. GROUNDWATER, SOIL AND GEOLOGICAL STABILITY OF THE SITE....................................................................... 22

6. AGRICULTURE ............................................................................................................................................................... 25

7. GROUNDCOVER ............................................................................................................................................................ 26

8. LAND USE CHARACTER OF SURROUNDING AREA................................................................................................... 34

9. SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXT ...................................................................................................................................... 35

10. CULTURAL/HISTORICAL FEATURES ......................................................................................................................... 36

SECTION C: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (SECTION 41) ...................................................................................... 391. LOCAL AUTHORITY PARTICIPATION ........................................................................................................................... 39

2. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER STAKEHOLDERS ....................................................................................................... 39

3. GENERAL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................... 40

4. APPENDICES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION............................................................................................................... 40

SECTION D: RESOURCE USE AND PROCESS DETAILS................................................................................. 421. WASTE, EFFLUENT & EMISSION MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................................... 42

2. WATER USE.................................................................................................................................................................... 44

3. POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................................................ 44

4. ENERGY EFFICIENCY ................................................................................................................................................... 45

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SECTION E: IMPACT ASSESSMENT.................................................................................................................. 461. ISSUES RAISED BY INTERESTED & AFFECTED PARTIES ........................................................................................ 46

2. IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE CONSTRUCTION & OPERATIONAL PHASE.......................................... 46

3. IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE DECOMMISSIONING & CLOSURE PHASE ............................................ 78

4. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS................................................................................................................................................. 78

5. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT..................................................................................................................... 79

6. IMPACT SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSAL OR PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE .............................................................. 81

7. SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT TOOLS................................................................................................................................. 84

8. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PRACTITIONER ............................................................................................................ 84

9. THE NEEDS AND DESIRABILITY OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT................................................................... 86

10. THE PERIOD FOR WHICH THE ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION IS REQUIRED ............................................ 87

11. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (EMPR)....................................................................................... 87

SECTION F: APPENDIXES .................................................................................................................................. 88

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: Locality Plan: on Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of the FarmZandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H....................................................................................................... 2Figure 2: Vegetation Units ....................................................................................................................................................... 27Figure 3: Wetland/Stream Areas with 30m Buffer Zone .......................................................................................................... 32Figure 4: Environmental Sensitivity Map ................................................................................................................................. 33

LIST OF APPENDIXES

A LOCALITY MAP

B SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

C LAYOUT PLAN

D FACILITY ILLUSTRATION

E PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

E.1 PROOF OF SITE NOTICE

E.2 WRITTEN NOTICES ISSUED

E.3 PROOF OF NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS

E.4 COMMUNICATIONS TO AND FROM I&APS

E.5 MINUTES OF ANY PUBLIC AND/OR STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS

E.6 COMMENTS AND RESPONSES REPORT

E.7 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON BASIC ASSESSMENT (BA) REPORT

E.8 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON AMENDMENTS TO THE BA REPORT

E.9 COPY OF THE REGISTER OF I&APS

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E.10 LIST OF STATE DEPARTMENTS

F WATER USE LICENSE(S) AUTHORISATION, SAHRA INFORMATION, SERVICE LETTERS FROMMUNICIPALITIES, WATER SUPPLY INFORMATION

G TECHNICAL AND SPECIALIST REPORTS

H EMPR

I OTHER INFORMATION

GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Environment The surroundings (biophysical, social and economic) within which humans exist and thatare made up of:i. the land, water and atmosphere of the earth;ii. micro-organisms, plant and animal life;iii. any part or combination of (i) and (ii) and the interrelationships among and between

them; andiv. the physical, chemical, aesthetic and cultural properties and conditions of the foregoing

that influence human health and wellbeing.

Environmental Aspects Elements of an organization’s activities, products or services that can interact with theenvironment.

EnvironmentalDegradation

Refers to pollution, disturbance, resource depletion, loss of biodiversity, and other kinds ofenvironmental damage; usually refers to damage occurring accidentally or intentionally asa result of human activities.

Environmental ImpactAssessment (EIA)

A study of the environmental consequences of a proposed course of action.

Environmental Impact An environmental change caused by some human act.

EnvironmentalManagement Programme(EMP)

A document that provides procedures for mitigating and monitoring environmental impacts,during the construction, operation and decommissioning phases.

Land Use The various ways in which land may be employed or occupied. Planners compile, classify,study and analyse land use data for many purposes, including the identification of trends,the forecasting of space and infrastructure requirements, the provision of adequate landarea for necessary types of land use, and the development or revision of comprehensiveplans and land use regulations.

Public ParticipationProcess

A process of involving the public in order to identify needs, address concerns, in order tocontribute to more informed decision making relating to a proposed project, programme ordevelopment.

Registered Interested andAffected Party

In relation to an application, means an interested and affected party whose name is recordedin the register opened for that application.

Watercourse a) A river or spring;

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b) A natural channel in which water flows regularly or intermittently;c) A wetland, lake or dam into which, or from which, water flows, andd) Any collection of water which the Minister may, by notice in the Gazette, declare to bewatercourse, and a reference to a watercourse includes, where relevant, its bed and banks.

Wetland It is a land area that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, such that ittakes on the characteristics of a distinct ecosystem. Primarily, the factor that distinguisheswetlands from other land forms or water bodies is the characteristic vegetation that isadapted to its unique soil conditions.Wetlands consist primarily of hydric soil, which supports aquatic plants.

ABBREVIATIONS

BAR Basic Assessment ReportBID Background Information DocumentCBA Critical Biodiversity AreaCoJMM The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan MunicipalityCRR Comments and Responses ReportDBAR Draft Basic Assessment ReportDEA Department of Environmental AffairsDEIR Draft Environmental Impact ReportDMR Department of Mineral ResourcesDSR Draft Scoping ReportDWA Department of Water AffairsEA Environmental AuthorisationEAP Environmental Assessment PractitionerEAPSA Interim Certification Board of the Environmental Assessment Practitioners of South AfricaECO Environmental Control OfficerEIA Environmental Impact AssessmentEIR Environmental Impact ReportEMP Environmental Management ProgrammeEMS Environmental Management SystemFEIR Final Environmental Impact ReportFSR Final Scoping ReportGA General AuthorisationGDARD Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentGIS Geographical Information SystemGN Government Noticeha HectareHIA Heritage Impact AssessmentI&AP Interested and Affected PartyIDP Integrated Development PlanIWULA Integrated Water Use License Application

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MAR Mean annual rainfallMPRDA Minerals & Petroleum Resources Development Act (Act 28 of 2002)NEMA National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act 107 of 1998)NEMBA National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (Act 10 of 2004)NEM:AQA National Environmental Management Act: Air Quality Act, 2004 (Act 39 of 2004)NEM:WA National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act 59 of 2008)NHRA National Heritage Resources Act, 1999 (Act 25 of 1999)NWA National Water Act, 1998 (Act 36 of 1998)PoS Plan of StudyPPP Public Participation ProcessRSDF Regional Spatial Development FrameworkSAHRA South African Heritage Resources AgencySDF Spatial Development FrameworkSIA Social Impact AssessmentSR Scoping ReportTIA Traffic Impact AssessmentToR Terms of ReferenceVIA Visual Impact AssessmentWML Waste Management LicenseWWTW Wastewater Treatment Works

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Basic Assessment Report in terms of the National Environmental Management Act,1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998), as amended, and the Environmental Impact AssessmentRegulations, 2014 (Version 1)

Kindly note that:

1. This Basic Assessment Report is the standard report required by GDARD in terms of the EIA Regulations, 2014.

2. This application form is current as of 8 December 2014. It is the responsibility of the EAP to ascertain whether subsequentversions of the form have been published or produced by the competent authority.

3. A draft Basic Assessment Report must be submitted, for purposes of comments within a period of thirty (30) days,to all State Departments administering a law relating to a matter likely to be affected by the activity to be undertaken.

4. A draft Basic Assessment Report (1 hard copy and two CD’s) must be submitted, for purposes of comments withina period of thirty (30) days, to a Competent Authority empowered in terms of the National EnvironmentalManagement Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998), as amended to consider and decide on the application.

5. Five (5) copies (3 hard copies and 2 CDs-PDF) of the final report and attachments must be handed in at offices of the relevantcompetent authority, as detailed below.

6. The report must be typed within the spaces provided in the form. The size of the spaces provided is not necessarily indicativeof the amount of information to be provided. The report is in the form of a table that can extend itself as each space is filledwith typing.

7. Selected boxes must be indicated by a cross and, when the form is completed electronically, must also be highlighted.

8. An incomplete report may lead to an application for environmental authorisation being refused.

9. Any report that does not contain a titled and dated full colour large scale layout plan of the proposed activitiesincluding a coherent legend, overlain with the sensitivities found on site may lead to an application forenvironmental authorisation being refused.

10. The use of “not applicable” in the report must be done with circumspection because if it is used in respect of materialinformation that is required by the competent authority for assessing the application, it may result in the application forenvironmental authorisation being refused.

11. No faxed or e-mailed reports will be accepted. Only hand delivered or posted applications will be accepted.

12. Unless protected by law, and clearly indicated as such, all information filled in on this application will become publicinformation on receipt by the competent authority. The applicant/EAP must provide any interested and affected party withthe information contained in this application on request, during any stage of the application process.

13. Although pre-application meeting with the Competent Authority is optional, applicants are advised to have these meetingsprior to submission of application to seek guidance from the Competent Authority.

DEPARTMENTAL DETAILS

Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentAttention: Administrative Unit of the of the Environmental Affairs BranchP.O. Box 8769Johannesburg2000

Administrative Unit of the of the Environmental Affairs BranchGround floor Diamond Building11 Diagonal Street, Johannesburg

Administrative Unit telephone number: (011) 240 3377 Department central telephone number: (011) 240 2500

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If this BAR has not been submitted within 90 days of receipt of the application by the competent authority and permission wasnot requested to submit within 140 days, please indicate the reasons for not submitting within time frame.

Not Applicable

Is a closure plan applicable for this application and has it been included in this report?

if not, state reasons for not including the closure plan.Not Applicable

Has a draft report for this application been submitted to a competent authority and all State Departmentsadministering a law relating to a matter likely to be affected as a result of this activity?

Is a list of the State Departments referred to above attached to this report including their full contact details and contactperson?

Refer to Appendix E.10

If no, state reasons for not attaching the list.Not Applicable

Have State Departments including the competent authority commented?

If no, why?

This application is the first Draft Basic Assessment Report submitted.

(For official use only)

NEAS Reference Number:

File Reference Number:

Application Number:

Date Received:

No

Yes

Yes

No

SECTION A: ACTIVITY INFORMATION1. PROPOSAL OR DEVELOPMENT DESCRIPTION

1.1 Project Title (must be the same name as per application form):

Application for Environmental Authorisation for the Proposed Township Establishment to be known as Zandspruit Phase IIon Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ & AgriculturalHolding 43 Sonnedal A.H, within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

1.2 Development Description

The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality (CoJMM) (the Applicant) proposes the development of a mixed-usetownship development to be known as “Zandspruit Phase II” on Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73,76, 104, 160 & 175 of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H, within the City of JohannesburgMetropolitan Municipality, hereafter refer to as the subject property.

The Zandspruit informal settlement have a long history of service delivery protests. The City of Johannesburg has secureda number of land parcels of the farm Zandspruit 191-IQ with the intention to be developed as an integrated human settlementdevelopment. The Zandspruit Integrated Human Settlement Development is planned to create a holistic, integrated andsustainable mixed-use development that will cater for the gap and rental markets, as well as for the betterment of the criticalmasses who currently reside in this marginalized area of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality. It is envisagedthat the development will enable the creation a truly mixed-use living environment with varying housing typologies andfinance options.

In terms of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act 107 of 1998) (as amended) (herein referred to asNEMA), the proposed development triggers a suite of activities which require authorisation from the competentenvironmental authority, namely the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD).

CoJ’s representative Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd, appointed Delron Consulting (Pty) Ltd as the project’s independentEnvironmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) so as to assist in undertaking the process as prescribed in the NationalEnvironmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA, 1998) (Act 107 of 1998). This Basic Assessment Report forms part of theapplication for environmental authorisation for the proposed development.

The application is made in terms of the 2014 EIA Regulations (as amended) under the National Environmental ManagementAct, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) (NEMA).

CoJMM proposes the development of a township, namely:

“Zandspruit Phase II” on Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of the FarmZandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H, within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality.

The land earmarked for the Zandspruit Integrated Human Settlement Development that will accommodate the upgradedZandspruit informal settlement is immediately adjacent to the existing informal settlement, in the western extents of the Cityof Joburg Metropolitan Municipality.

Zandspruit Phase II is situated northwest of Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD) in Roodepoort, GautengProvince. The development area boundaries are: Beyer’s Naude (M5), Marina Street, and the Zandspruit stream. TheZandspruit stream is adjacent to Jackal Creek Golf Estate and Cosmo City Extension 3.

The proposed development will take place on a site assembly consisting of 18 portions of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ,which measures approximately 128,82 hectares. The development area will take up approx. 95 ha (75 % of the total landarea, leaving open space measuring some 33,78 ha undeveloped.

Brown Field Already developed /transformed

Portions 23 (partially), 47, 59, 60, 73, 76, & 175of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ Approx. 45 ha

Green Field Vacant /Undeveloped

Portions 16, 23, 42, 55, 56, 67, 68, 69, 72, 104and 160 of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ &Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H

Approx. 83 ha

Figure 1: Locality Plan: on Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of the FarmZandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H

1.2.1 Development Proposal

The development proposal is to develop a township comprising (refer to Appendix C for Layout Plan):

Brown Field Sites (Alreadydeveloped / transformed)

Portions 23 (partially), 47,59, 60, 73, 76, & 175 of the Farm

Zandspruit 191-IQ

ZONING

STANDSIZE

LANDUSE

AREA(Ha)

Density(units/Ha)

NrofUNITS

FSR

COVERAGE

HEIGHT

GLA(m

²)

%ofAREA

%of

UNITS

Residential 2(bonded) 150 sqm Freestanding

Residential 17.685 60 1179 NA 50% 2 storey 14% 13%

Residential 3 90 sqm Row housing 1.16 80 93 NA 70% 2 storey 1% 1%Residential 4(Subsidised) na BNG Walk-ups 14.99 210 3147 1.5 50% 4 storey 224785.7 12% 35%

Residential 4 (privrental) na Walk-up

apartments 5.00 210 1049 1.5 50% 4 storey 74928.57 4% 12%

Residential 4 (socialhousing) na Walk-up

apartments 5.00 210 1049 1.5 50% 4 storey 74928.57 4% 12%

Residential 4 (CRU) na Walk-upapartments 5.00 210 1049 1.5 50% 5 storey 74928.57 4% 12%

Institutional na CommunityCentre 7.44 na na 0.5 50% 2 storey 37208.14 6%

Municipal na TransportationFacility 1.21 na na 0.5 50% 2 storey 6046.215 1%

Educational naPrimary andSecondarySchools

3.44 na na 0.5 40% 2 storey 17200 3%

Special na

CommunityFacility,InstitutionalRetail,Residential

8.37 210 1500 1.5 50% 3 storey 125491.4 6% 17%

Public Open Space na Parks 1.26 na na na na na na 1%Roads na 25.76482 na na na na na na 20%

Open areas na Floodlines,PWV5 etc. 32.52588 na na na na na na 25%

TOTAL 128.8241 9066 100% 83%

The bulk development will comprise of medium to higher density residential development between 60 (single) to 210dwelling units/hectare. This development will be complemented by a wide-ranging community facilities, retail andcommercial capacities in the study area.

1.2.2 Associated Infrastructure

An Engineering Services Report was prepared by Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. A summary is presented here, and thecomplete report may be found in Appendix G.

1.2.2.1 Road Network

The majority of the existing road network in Zandspruit Phase II will be demolished during township development based onthe existing aerial imagery of the area and the draft layout plan, as shown in Appendix C. Upgrades of the surroundingexisting road network, such as road widening, may be required to allow for access into the proposed township i.e. additionalturning lanes. The developer will be responsible for the construction of any service road within the township, the accessroad and the upgrading of the Council owned road at any access intersections, where necessary.

1.2.2.2 Site Access

Access to the site has been separated into two categories: major and minor. Major accesses are accesses connecting tomajor external roads, while minor accesses connect to small existing internal roads. Proposed major accesses are:

Via Libhuma Street (Two Residential Access Collectors); Via Peter Road (Local Distributor).

In addition, there are further accesses / connections to the existing road network which are shown as proposed minoraccesses.

1.2.2.3 Internal Township Roads

Internal township roads will vary from asphalt roads in 10 – 20 m road reserves with roadway lane widths between 3.0 m –9.0 meters.

1.2.2.4 Stormwater

Zandspruit Phase II, in general, has no formal stormwater system as majority of the site is undeveloped. “Rivulets” ofdomestic waste water and possibly sewage water occur across the southern informal settlement area. This water may inpart represent groundwater emanating from springs, but based on satellite imagery, generally appears to be associatedwith runoff from taps.

The concept stormwater design for the Zandspruit Phase II Township Establishment is based on Johannesburg RoadsAgency Roads & Stormwater Manual (2015) and has been incorporated into the concept layout of the network. Thefollowing concepts have been implemented:

The minor internal stormwater reticulation shall be conveyed to the municipal system. The major overland flow shall be discharged without damage to property. Stormwater attenuation ponds on site shall be constructed by the developer and shall be located outside of the 100

year flood lines. It is noted that the preferred means of attenuation is on surface. The attenuation ponds shall not beless than 350 m³/ha.

The runoff associated with the development is to be attenuated such that the predevelopment flows for the 1 in 5 yearas well as the 1 in 25 year storm events are not exceeded. The attenuation structure must be capable of withstandingthe 1 in 50 year storm event.

A flood lines study for the area has been completed and incorporated into the design of the network. Pipe Routing - The proposed stormwater system consists of numerous kerb inlets and underground stormwater pipes.

These pipe networks shall be connect to the attenuation pond and discharge into the river at the same rate as the pre-development flows.

1.2.2.5 Water Supply

According to the Existing Systems and Water District / Sub districts Master Plan, the majority of the proposed developmentfalls under Boschkop / Honeydew Reservoir water sub district. A small portion of site located in the north-western cornerof the site falls under the Honeydew Reservoir Cosmo City PRV1 water sub district.

There are two 600mm bulk pipelines that feed both areas. An existing 350mm diameter AC water pipeline along SloveniaStreet and Bratislava Crescent on the northern boundary of the subject property will be upgraded to a 500mm pipeline.Approx. 150 meters of the pipeline crosses the Zandspruit.

It was noted in the Master Plan that all reservoirs and towers have sufficient capacity for future development.

The estimated annual average daily demand for the development is 6, 373 kl/day.

1.2.2.6 Sewerage

According to the Existing Sewer Sub-Basins and Contours, the proposed development falls under Sonnedal Sub-basinwhich drains to the Zandspruit Pump Station. From this pump station, sewage is pumped to the Western Klein JukskeiOutfall which drains to the Northern Waste Water Treatment Works (NWWTW). The Master Plan indicates that theNWWTW has sufficient capacity. It has, however, indicated that both of the existing Zandspruit Pump Stations haveinsufficient capacity for future sewer flows.

However, the construction of a WWTW near Lanseria is currently being considered. This would then present the opportunityto decommission the Zandspruit Pump Stations, but only after the construction of extensive outfall sewer linking the pumpstations and proposed Lanseria WWTW.

Based on the Master Plan Report, it was indicated that the construction of the Jukskei Park pump station of 240 l/s may berequired for the development. The pump station shall be designed that the pumps operates a maximum of 2 duty cyclesper hour during average flow conditions. All pump installations shall be supplied with a standby pump of capacity equal tothat of the largest duty pump which will be automatically activated when necessary.

1.2.2.7 Electricity

The external electrical reticulation network connection will be taken from the local Eskom distribution networks and will behanded over Eskom on completion of the works.

Based on the proposed future land use and zoning of the new development the expected bulk capacity demand for thedevelopment will be in the order of 28.7MVA. The future upgraded Delkeith substation in 2018 will still not have sufficientcapacity to cater for this total demand. It’s therefore foreseen that a new 88/11 kV Zandfontein substation be required. Theproposed transformer configuration of the new station will be 2x 40MVA, and in line with the current Eskom policy. Theposition and accompanied substation and line servitudes still needs to be workshopped with Eskom.

1.2.3 Listed & Specified Activities Triggered & Being Applied For

The following listed activities in terms of the NEMA EIA Regulations, GNR 983, 984 and 985 of 4 December 2014(as amended by GNR 327, 325 and 324 of 07 April 2017) are being applied for:

Table 1: NEMA EIA Regulations, 2014 (as amended) - Listed Activities to be Authorised for the Proposed Project.

Number and Dateof the Relevant

NoticeActivity No. Description

GNR 983 (LN1) of2014 (as amendedby GNR 327 of 07April 2017)

19 Listed Activity:The infilling or depositing of any material of more than 10 cubic metres into,or the dredging, excavation, removal or moving of soil, sand, shells, shellgrit, pebbles or rock of more than 10 cubic metres from a watercourse;

but excluding where such infilling, depositing , dredging, excavation,removal or moving –

(a) will occur behind a development setback;(b) is for maintenance purposes undertaken in accordance with a

maintenance management plan;

(c) falls within the ambit of activity 21 in this Notice, in which case thatactivity applies:

(d) occurs within existing ports or harbours that will not increase thedevelopment footprint of the port or harbour; or

(e) where such development is related to the development of a port orharbour, in which case activity 26 in Listing Notice 2 of 2014 applies.

Project Description:For the construction of the following services with a watercourse: collector roads in 20 m road reserve (local distributor), Ø 110 – 355 uPVC water pipelines; Ø 160 – 250 uPVC heavy duty class 34 sewer pipelines; Upgrading of existing 350mm diameter AC water pipeline to a 500mm

Ø pipeline crossing the Zandspruit, and Stormwater infrastructure.


27 Listed Activity:The clearance of an area of 1 hectares or more, but less than 20 hectaresof indigenous vegetation, except where such clearance of indigenousvegetation is required for -i) The undertaking of a linear activity; orii) Maintenance purposes undertaken in accordance with a maintenance

management plan.Project Description:The proposed development and associated infrastructure will requireclearance of vegetation where such vegetation cover constitutes indigenousvegetation.

The biodiversity specialist assessment has confirmed through the site visitthat the combined vegetation clearance for the proposed development willbe more than 1ha but less than 20ha.


4(c)(iv) Listed Activity:The development of a road wider than 4 metres with a reserve less than 13,5metres.

(c) In Gauteng in (iv) Sites identified as Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) in the Gauteng Conservation Plan orin bioregional plans.Project Description:For the construction of roads 3.0m – 9.0m wide within 10m – 20m wide roadreserves within a Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA) and Ecological SupportArea (ESA) in terms of C-Plan.


12(c)(ii) Listed Activity:The clearance of an area of 300 square metres or more of indigenousvegetation except where such clearance of indigenous vegetation isrequired for maintenance purposes undertaken in accordance with amaintenance plan.

(c) In Gauteng in (ii) Sites identified as Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) in the Gauteng Conservation Plan orin bioregional plans.

Project Description:The subject property is located within a Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA) interms of C-Plan. The proposed development will take place on a siteassembly consisting of 18 portions of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ, whichmeasures approximately 128,82 hectares. The development area will takeup approx. 95 ha (75 % of the total land area, leaving open space measuringsome 33,78 ha undeveloped. Therefore, more than 300m² of indigenousvegetation will be cleared.


14 (ii)(a)(c)(iv)

Listed Activity:The development of (ii) infrastructure or structures with a physical footprintof 10 square metres or more;

a) within a water course;

(c) In Gauteng in (iv) Sites identified as Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) in the Gauteng Conservation Plan orin bioregional plans.Project Description:For the construction of the following services within a Critical BiodiversityArea (CBA) in terms of C-Plan: collector roads in 20 m road reserve (local distributor), Ø 110 – 355 uPVC water pipelines; Ø 160 – 250 uPVC heavy duty class 34 sewer pipelines; Upgrading of existing 350mm diameter AC water pipeline to a 500mm

Ø pipeline crossing the Zandspruit, and Stormwater infrastructure and attenuation ponds.


18(c)(iv) Listed Activity:The widening of a road by more than 4 metres, or the lengthening of a roadby more than 1 kilometre.

(c) In Gauteng in (iv) Sites identified as Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) in the Gauteng Conservation Plan orin bioregional plans.Project Description:For the widening and lengthening of existing roads within a CriticalBiodiversity Area (CBA) in terms of C-Plan.


23 (vi) (xii) (a) (d)(iv)

Listed Activity:The expansion of: …(ii) infrastructure or structures where the physical footprint is expanded by10 square metres or more; where such development occurs (a) within awatercourse;

(c) In Gauteng in (iv) sites identified as Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)and Ecological Support Areas (ESAs) in the Gauteng Conservation Plan orin bioregional plans;Project Description:For the possible expansion of the existing water, sewage and stormwaternetwork within a Critical Biodiversity Area (CBA) in terms of C-Plan.

Select the appropriate box

The application is for anupgrade of an existingdevelopment

X The application is for a newdevelopment X Other, specify n/a

Does the activity also require any authorisation other than NEMA EIA authorisation?

YES X NO

If yes, describe the legislation and the Competent Authority administering such legislation

Legislation Competent Authority

National Water Act, (Act No. 36 of 1998)Department of Water Affairs285 Schoeman Street, Bothongo Plaza East, 14th Floor, Pretoria,0001

It must be noted that the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998) states the following regarding development within the 1:100 year-flood line and/or delineated riparian habitat, whichever is the greatest distance from the middle of thewatercourse

Section 21(c): Impeding or diverting the flow of water in watercourses (including alteration of the hydrauliccharacteristics of flood events) requires licensing according to the Act.

Section 21(i): Any action that may alter the bed, banks, courses or characteristics of watercourses (including floodevents) requires licensing according to the Act, including:i. widening or straightening of the bed or banks of a river to allow for the construction of a bridge, sports ground

or housing development.ii. altering the course of a river partially or completely (i.e. river diversion) to be able to use or develop the area

where the watercourse originally was.

CoJMM shall conduct a legal validation to identify all the water use activities associated with this project that will requireauthorisation by the Department of Water Affairs (DWA). The Department of Water Affairs will also be requested toprovide comment on the Basic Assessment Report.

If yes, have you applied for the authorisation(s)?WULA to follow after NEMA EIAAuthorisation

If yes, have you received approval(s)? (attach in appropriate appendix) n/a n/a

2. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION, POLICIES AND/OR GUIDELINES

List all legislation, policies and/or guidelines of any sphere of government that are applicable to the application as contemplatedin the EIA regulations:

Title of legislation, policy or guideline: Administering authority: Promulgation Date:

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (Act No 108 of1990)

Government of SouthAfrica

18 December 1996

National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of1998 as amended).

Department ofEnvironmental Affairs(DEA) and GautengDepartment of Agricultureand Rural Development(GDARD)

27 November 1998

Regulations GNR 982, 983, 984 and 985 promulgated underChapter 5 of the National Environmental Management Act(NEMA, Act 107 of 1998) in Government Gazette 38282 on 4December 2014 (as amended by GNR 324, 325, 326 and 327of 07 April 2017).

Gauteng Department ofAgriculture and RuralDevelopment (GDARD)

07 April 2017

National Water Act (Act No 36 of 1998)Department of WaterAffairs (DWA) 26 August 1998

National Heritage Resources Act No 25 of 1999 (Act No 25 of1999 as amended)

South African HeritageResources Agency(SAHRA)

28 April 1999

Growth Management Strategy, 2010 Spatial Development Framework Review Draft of 2016 Regional Spatial Development Framework 2010/11 Zandspruit Urban Development Framework, 2020

City of JohannesburgMetropolitan Municipality -

Description of compliance with the relevant legislation, policy or guidelines:Legislation, policy of

guideline Description of compliance

Constitution of theRepublic of South Africa(Act No 108 of 1990)

Obligation to ensure that the proposed development will not result in pollution andecological degradation; and

Obligation to ensure that the proposed development is ecologically sustainable, whiledemonstrating economic and social development.

The proposed project can be considered as a sustainable development that will preventpollution and ecological degradation whilst promoting justifiable economic and socialdevelopment.

National EnvironmentalManagement Act, 1998(Act No. 107 of 1998 asamended).

Regulations GNR 982, 983, 984 and 985 promulgated under Chapter 5 of the NationalEnvironmental Management Act (NEMA, Act 107 of 1998) in Government Gazette 38282 on4 December 2014 (as amended by GNR 324, 325, 326 and 327 of 07 April 2017).

In terms of these EIA Regulations, the following listed activities within Government Notice R.327 and R 324 are triggered by the proposed development, thereby requiring environmentalauthorisation from the GDARD.

Legislation, policy ofguideline Description of compliance

Listed activities:

GNR 327(LN1) of 07 April 2017 - 19 GNR 327(LN1) of 07 April 2017 - 27 GNR 324(LN3) of 07 April 2017 - 4(c)(iv) GNR 324(LN3) of 07 April 2017 - 12(c)(ii) GNR 324(LN3) of 07 April 2017 - 14 (ii) (a)(c)(iv) GNR 324(LN3) of 07 April 2017 - 18(c)(iv) GNR 324(LN3) of 07 April 2017 - 23 (vi) (xii) (a) (d) (iv)

Government Notice R. 327, R. 325 and R. 324, lists construction, transformation, extraction,exploration and expansion of facilities or activities that require environmental authorisationprior to commencement of construction. A distinction is made between Listing Notices 1 and3 activities, which require a Basic Assessment, and Listing Notice 2 activities, which requirea full EIA (Scoping followed by Impact Assessment).

A Basic Assessment is generally intended for smaller scale activities, or activities whoseimpacts are well understood and can be easily managed. A Full EIA is required for ListingNotice 2 activities which are activities that due to their nature and/or extent are likely to havesignificant impacts that cannot be easily predicted. Listing 2 activities are therefore higher riskactivities that potentially cause higher levels of pollution, waste and environmentaldegradation.

The proposed project requires a basic assessment in terms of R. 327 and R. 324.

National Water Act (ActNo 36 of 1998)

Water uses Any proposed water uses must be specified and registered and/or licensed; and Any modifications to drainage lines on site must be investigated in terms of water use

requirements.National HeritageResources Act No 25 of1999 (Act No 25 of 1999as amended)

A permit may be required should identify cultural/heritage sites on site be required to bedisturbed or destroyed as a result of the proposed development.

Growth ManagementStrategy, 2010

Growth Management Strategy, 2010The Growth Management Strategy outlined various characteristics within Region C whichshould be scrutinised along with the Spatial Development Framework, to ensure that bothpolicies guide the township establishment of Zandspruit.

The following can be noted as points of importance;

The land development area for the Zandspruit Phase II township establishment fallswithin a medium priority consolidation area, as per the Growth Management Strategy of2010. This implies that the land development area for Zandspruit is considered as thepreferred areas of development and that integration of the urban fabric will be supported.It further implies that housing, specifically units of 80m ² and larger are associated withthis area but that increased densities and smaller residential units will be supported andthat increased densities should be supported as suggested in the Spatial DevelopmentFramework.


The Growth Management Strategy prioritises Zandspruit just after Public TransportAreas and intervention in Marginalised Areas, showing that the proposed housing densityshould comply with the consolidation areas and no high rise buildings will be supportedbut and instead focus on fully subsidised housing is various typologies from singleresidential stands to row housing, walk-ups and two storey units and it should besupported by the strategic placement of mixed use development adjacent to taxi ranks,main corridor/ feeder routes (Beyers Naude & Peter Rd).

High Priority Public Transport Areas, should be considered in the layout design andsuggests higher residential opportunities along major transport routes, especially nearbus stops and taxi ranks. Existing Residential zonings that were approved range fromResidential 1 to Residential 4, within the consolidation area. With regards to Zandspruit,owing to its location within the UDB, the recommended residential type ranges fromResidential 1 to Residential 4. The Zandspruit Urban Design Framework, 2009 suggestshigher densities, up to 80 dwelling units per hectare and up to 4 storeys. Although amaximum density of 80 dwelling units are recommended by the UDF, application is madefor higher densities due to the fact that the area is regarded as a Marginalised Area interms of the MSDF where higher densities are promoted.

Special zoning and business zoning has been approved with past townshipestablishments, in the consolidation areas, subject thereto that they are compliant withthe SDF.

Spatial DevelopmentFramework Review Draftof 2016

The SDF Review Draft of 2016 outlined various characteristics within Region C which shouldbe scrutinised along with the Regional Spatial Development Framework, so as to ensure thatboth policies guide the township establishment of Zandspruit, in terms of pertaining to theunique context of the existing settlement.

The following can be noted as points of importance;

Urban Development Boundary: affecting areas such as Sonnendal AgriculturalHoldings, which are present on the proposed township establishment development site.The layout plan ought to take into cognisance the cross-border between City ofJohannesburg and Mogale City, in terms of future expansion should this be necessary.The Sonnendal Agricultural Holdings can thus be classified as sub-areas within theConsolidation Area and Peri-Urban area, as per the GMS 2010.

Consolidation Area: Owing to the existing township and development site being in aConsolidation area, as previously mentioned, it should be stressed that the proposeddevelopment initiatives comply with the Growth Management Strategy points, by meansof placing business land uses adjacent to public transportation intersections, and withinclose proximity to medium density residential typologies.

Nodal Development: As per the draft SDF, 2016 it is stressed that owing to Zandspruitbeing a Consolidation Area, nodal development should be along the lines of re-investment and re-development as opposed to erecting new infrastructure. This pertainsto the development site being of Medium Priority, furthermore to ensure that Phased in-situ development is achieved, being cost-effective and feasible to the proposed long-term investment plan. A Polycentric Urban Model is communicated in the SDF, owing to


the outcome of well-connected point within the development and surrounding nodalpoints as well as balancing linear opportunities of growth and expansion with a boomingcore or mixed use district.

Regional SpatialDevelopment Framework2010/11

Regional Spatial Development Framework, 2010/11The Regional Spatial Development Framework, 2010/11 outlined various characteristicswithin Region C which should be scrutinised during the township establishment of Zandspruit,in terms of land use planning as well as settlement patterns of residential typologies

The following can be noted as a point of importance;

The RSDF 2010/11 document does not specify residential and dwelling characteristicsin relation to Region C, more specifically Zandspruit which is located in Sub Area One.The RSDF does however commits the city to creating sustainable integration ofcommunities and one of the key interventions noted is the commitments to facilitateprivate developments within the area and protect the areas that is identified forgovernment subsidised housing. Mixed housing typologies will be permitted to promoteinclusionary housing and densities up to 120 units per hectare in certain areas. It musthowever be noted that the specific land development area is regarded as a mediumdensity residential area with densities ranging from 20 units per hectare to 80 units perhectare and limited to 4 storeys. The existing nursery, which is located adjacent to theland development area is considered as a District Mixed Use Nodal Periphery area whereresidential densities of up to 120 units per hectare can be considered.

Zandspruit UrbanDevelopment Framework,2020

Zandspruit Urban Development Framework 2020, 2009

The Zandspruit Urban Development Framework 2020, 2009 outlined various characteristicswithin Region C which should be scrutinised along with the Regional Spatial DevelopmentFramework, to ensure that both policies guides the township establishment of Zandspruit,pertaining to the unique context of the existing settlement. This was completed after numerousstudies from demographic groups to context status quo as well as a performed geotechnicalsurvey at the time.

The following can be noted as points of importance:

Development Concept: As per the Zandspruit UDF 2020, the focused developmentinitiatives pertaining the settlement context are focused on design elements of infilldevelopment, nodal and corridor development, land use cohesion (business andresidential owing to vast number of residential dwellings housing “spaza” shopbusinesses or local taverns) as well as integrating public transportation (a proposed BRTin unity with existing taxi rank services).

Public Transportation BRT Initiative: Owing to development site being of mediumpriority in a Consolidation Area, the existing proposed expansion of the BRT Route doesnot cross the urban development boundary, meaning that the BRT Route has not beenplanned to extend as far as Zandspruit at this time. A BRT route is however suggestedin the Urban Design Framework 2020 of 2009 along Peter Road with a TOD location atthe intersections with Aureol road in the north of the land development area and at BeyersNaude Drive on the southern edge of the land development area.


Transit Orientated Development Housing Densities: as per the Zandspruit UDF,2020, housing densities in close proximity to transport centres should be predominantlyhigher density, allowing for access to employment opportunities. It is suggested that suchhousing densities exceeding 20 units per hectare should be within 1km from TODs andgreater densities such as 60 units per hectare and higher should be encouraged closeto transit stations.

Housing Development: As per the Zandspruit UDF 2020, housing can be used as infillland use, which would result in urban integration of a formerly marginalised area. ThePublic Transport/BRT Initiatives and the development of TODs will assist instrengthening the housing development and will support the higher densities.

Guidelines:i. Companion Guideline on the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010ii. Environmental Management Framework Guidelines, 10 October 2012iii. Public Participation Guideline, 10 October, 10 October 2012iv. Fee Regulations Guidance Document, April 2014v. Guideline on need and desirability in terms of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010vi. EIA Listed Activities and Timelines (January 2015)vii. Section 24G and Similar Listings (January 2015)

3. ALTERNATIVES

Describe the proposal and alternatives that are considered in this application. Alternatives should include a consideration of allpossible means by which the purpose and need of the proposed activity could be accomplished. The determination of whetherthe site or activity (including different processes etc.) or both is appropriate needs to be informed by the specific circumstancesof the activity and its environment.

The no-go option must in all cases be included in the assessment phase as the baseline against which the impacts of the otheralternatives are assessed. Do not include the no go option into the alternative table below.

Note: After receipt of this report the competent authority may also request the applicant to assess additional alternatives thatcould possibly accomplish the purpose and need of the proposed activity if it is clear that realistic alternatives have not beenconsidered to a reasonable extent.

Please describe the process followed to reach (decide on) the list of alternatives below

The following definition of “alternatives” is given in the 2014 EIA Regulations:

"alternatives", in relation to a proposed activity, means different means of meeting the general purpose and requirementsof the activity, which may include alternatives to the -

(a) property on which or location where the activity is proposed to be undertaken;(b) type of activity to be undertaken;(c) design or layout of the activity;(d) technology to be used in the activity; or(e) operational aspects of the activity; and

(f) includes the option of not implementing the activity.

Typically, alternative assessments are conducted to assist in comparing various projects or attributes of projects that willoccur. The most critical comparison is evaluating any proposed project against the No-Go option. The alternativesassessment then considers alternatives to project site selection for the proposed development; alternatives to layout of thedevelopment; and alternatives to construction methodologies and/or materials used for the development.

For any alternative to be considered feasible, the alternative must meet the need and purposes of the development proposalwithout presenting significantly high associated impacts. Alternatives are typically distinguished into discrete or incrementalalternatives. Discrete alternatives are overall development options, which are typically identified during the pre-feasibility,feasibility and / or Basic Assessment process. Incremental alternatives typically identified arise during the BasicAssessment process and are usually suggested as a means of addressing / mitigating identified impacts (e.g.: wastemanagement, noise reduction measure, contamination management, etc.) These alternatives are closely linked to theidentification of mitigation measures and therefore are not specifically identified as distinct alternatives. The types ofalternatives considered for this project are presented below.

Provide a description of the alternatives considered

No. Alternative Type Description

1 ACTIVITYALTERNATIVES

The activity is the formalisation and expanding of the Zandspruit informal settlement andintegrate the settlement with existing and envisaged developments neighbouring thesettlement. The project is in line with the basic urban development principles of theSpatial Development Framework and Growth Management Strategy for the ZandspruitRegion located in Administrative Region C of Johannesburg.

No other alternative developments were considered. The current proposal withresidential, community facilities, businesses, education, public open space andmunicipal services components is considered to be the most appropriate, both in termsof land use planning, the needs of the applicant and the community.

2 LOCATIONALTERNATIVES

The proposed housing development forms an extension of the existing Zandspruitsettlement and the land is owned by the applicant.

The development proposal is consistent with the spatial development policies andguidelines of the Administrative Region C of the City of Johannesburg. The subjectproperty is situated within the urban edge and is surrounded by existing and future land-uses that are in line with the proposed land-use. Therefore, no location alternatives areconsidered.

3 LAYOUTALTERNATIVES

This assessment will consider various layout alternatives. The area being assessedmeasures approx. 128,82 ha, however the area proposed for development isapproximately 95 ha (75 % of the total land area, leaving open space measuring some33,78 ha undeveloped).

Before commencing with layout design various technical and specialist investigationswere conducted to determine the feasibility of the proposed project. The proposed layoutis based on various team meetings and workshops in order to plan the most efficientand feasible option. Several meetings were held discussing the most feasible optionswith regards to environmental constraints, bulk services, topography, geo-technical

No. Alternative Type Descriptionconditions, storm water as well as other constraints. Portions of the subject property arenot suitable for township development due to wetlands, watercourses, 30 meterconservation buffer zones, seepage areas, soil characteristics and other biophysicalconstraints. This approach to a large-scale development will result in a well-plannedarea with sufficient services provision.

Various layout alternatives were presented to the environmental assessmentpractitioners. However, the changes in these layout alternatives presented are notconsidered to be so significant as to require an individual assessment of each layout ofthe proposed development. The proposed layout has been formulated taking thefollowing into account:

River/stream/wetland areas, associated 1:50 and 1:100 floodplains andconservation buffer areas.

The “wetland” or “seepage area(s)” to the east of the site is indicative of the springconditions typically associated with granite, and appears to extend up the slopeinto most of the informal settlement area.

The remainder of the site on which development is proposed is transformed andvery little habitat is present.

4 TECHNOLOGYALTERNATIVES

Technology alternatives have not been considered at this stage. Consideration of suchalternatives can only reasonably considered at the detailed design stage, at which timeconsideration will be given to, but will not necessarily be limited to, the following aspects:materials, energy efficiency, rain water harvesting, storm water management etc.

In the event that no alternative(s) has/have been provided, a motivation must be included in the table below.

Not Applicable

4. PHYSICAL SIZE OF THE ACTIVITY

Indicate the total physical size (footprint) of the proposal as well as alternatives. Footprints are to include all new infrastructure(roads, services etc), impermeable surfaces and landscaped areas:

Size of the activity:

Proposed activity (Total environmental (landscaping, parking, etc.)and the building footprint)

Residential 2 (bonded) 17.685Residential 3 1.16Residential 4 (Subsidised) 14.99Residential 4 (priv rental) 5.00Residential 4 (social housing) 5.00Residential 4 (CRU) 5.00Institutional 7.44Municipal 1.21Educational 3.44Special 8.37Public Open Space -Roads 25.76482Open areas -

TOTAL 95.03 ha

Alternatives:

Alternative 1 (if any) n/a


Ha / m2

or, for linear activities:Length of the activity:

Proposed activity n/a

Alternatives:



m/km

Indicate the size of the site(s) or servitudes (within which the above footprints will occur):Size of the site/servitude:

Proposed activity 128.82 ha

Alternatives:



Ha/m2

5. SITE ACCESS

Proposal

Does ready access to the site exist, or is access directly from an existing road? YES X NO

If NO, what is the distance over which a new access road will be built n/a

Describe the type of access road planned:

There are numerous accesses / connections to the existing road network. Access to the site has been separated into twocategories: major and minor. Major accesses are accesses connecting to major external roads, while minor accessesconnect to small existing internal roads. Proposed major accesses are: Via Libhuma Street (Two Residential Access Collectors); and Via Peter Road (Local Distributor).

Include the position of the access road on the site plan (if the access road is to traverse a sensitive feature the impact thereofmust be included in the assessment).

Alternative 1

Does ready access to the site exist, or is access directly from an existing road? n/a n/a



n/aInclude the position of the access road on the site plan. (if the access road is to traverse a sensitive feature the impactthereof must be included in the assessment).

Alternative 2Does ready access to the site exist, or is access directly from an existing road? n/a n/a



n/aInclude the position of the access road on the site plan. (if the access road is to traverse a sensitive feature the impactthereof must be included in the assessment).

PLEASE NOTE: Points 6 to 8 of Section A must be duplicated where relevant for alternatives

(only complete when applicable)

Section A 6-8 has been duplicated 0 Number of times

6. LAYOUT OR ROUTE PLAN

Refer to Appendix C

A detailed site or route (for linear activities) plan(s) must be prepared for each alternative site or alternative activity. It must beattached to this document. The site or route plans must indicate the following:

the layout plan is printed in colour and is overlaid with a sensitivity map (if applicable); layout plan is of acceptable paper size and scale, e.g.

o A4 size for activities with development footprint of 10sqm to 5 hectares;o A3 size for activities with development footprint of ˃ 5 hectares to 20 hectares;o A2 size for activities with development footprint of ˃20 hectares to 50 hectares);o A1 size for activities with development footprint of ˃50 hectares);

The following should serve as a guide for scale issues on the layout plan:o A0 = 1: 500o A1 = 1: 1000o A2 = 1: 2000o A3 = 1: 4000o A4 = 1: 8000 (±10 000)

shapefiles of the activity must be included in the electronic submission on the CD’s; the property boundaries and Surveyor General numbers of all the properties within 50m of the site; the exact position of each element of the activity as well as any other structures on the site; the position of services, including electricity supply cables (indicate above or underground), water supply pipelines,

boreholes, sewage pipelines, septic tanks, storm water infrastructure; servitudes indicating the purpose of the servitude; sensitive environmental elements on and within 100m of the site or sites (including the relevant buffers as prescribed by

the competent authority) including (but not limited thereto):

o Rivers and wetlands;o the 1:100 and 1:50 year flood line;o ridges;o cultural and historical features;o areas with indigenous vegetation (even if it is degraded or infested with alien species);

Where a watercourse is located on the site at least one cross section of the water course must be included (to allow theposition of the relevant buffer from the bank to be clearly indicated).

FOR LOCALITY MAP (NOTE THIS IS ALSO INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION FORM REQUIREMENTS)

the scale of locality map must be at least 1:50 000. For linear activities of more than 25 kilometres, a smaller scale e.g.1:250 000 can be used. The scale must be indicated on the map;

the locality map and all other maps must be in colour; locality map must show property boundaries and numbers within 100m of the site, and for poultry and/or piggery, locality

map must show properties within 500m and prevailing or predominant wind direction; for gentle slopes the 1m contour intervals must be indicated on the map and whenever the slope of the site exceeds 1:10,

the 500mm contours must be indicated on the map;

areas with indigenous vegetation (even if it is degraded or infested with alien species); locality map must show exact position of development site or sites; locality map showing and identifying (if possible) public and access roads; and the current land use as well as the land use zoning of each of the properties adjoining the site or sites.

7. SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

Refer to Appendix B

Colour photographs from the center of the site must be taken in at least the eight major compass directions with a descriptionof each photograph. Photographs must be attached under the appropriate Appendix. It should be supplemented with additionalphotographs of relevant features on the site, where applicable.

8. FACILITY ILLUSTRATION

Facility illustrations not applicable - Refer to Appendix C for Proposed Site Layout Plan

A detailed illustration of the activity must be provided at a scale of 1:200 for activities that include structures. The illustrationsmust be to scale and must represent a realistic image of the planned activity. The illustration must give a representative viewof the activity to be attached in the appropriate Appendix.

SECTION B: DESCRIPTION OF RECEIVING ENVIRONMENT

Note: Complete Section B for the proposal and alternative(s) (if necessary)

Instructions for completion of Section B for linear activities1) For linear activities (pipelines etc) it may be necessary to complete Section B for each section of the site that has a

significantly different environment.2) Indicate on a plan(s) the different environments identified3) Complete Section B for each of the above areas identified4) Attach to this form in a chronological order5) Each copy of Section B must clearly indicate the corresponding sections of the route at the top of the next page.

Instructions for completion of Section B for location/route alternatives1) For each location/route alternative identified the entire Section B needs to be completed2) Each alterative location/route needs to be clearly indicated at the top of the next page3) Attach the above documents in a chronological order

(completeonly when

appropriate)

Instructions for completion of Section B when both location/route alternatives and linear activities are applicable forthe application

Section B is to be completed and attachments order in the following way All significantly different environments identified for Alternative 1 is to be completed and attached in a chronological

order; then All significantly different environments identified for Alternative 2 is to be completed and attached chronological order, etc.

Section B - Section of Route n/a (complete only when appropriate for above)

Section B – Location/route Alternative No. n/a (complete only when appropriate for above)

1. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Property Description:(Including Physical Address andFarm name, portion etc.)

Portions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56, 59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76, 104, 160 & 175 of the FarmZandspruit 191-IQ & Agricultural Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H, within the City of JohannesburgMetropolitan Municipality.

Section B has been duplicated for sections of the route n/a times

Section B has been duplicated for location/route alternatives n/a times

2. ACTIVITY POSITION

Indicate the position of the activity using the latitude and longitude of the centre point of the site for each alternative site. Theco-ordinates should be in decimal degrees. The degrees should have at least six decimals to ensure adequate accuracy. Theprojection that must be used in all cases is the WGS84 spheroid in a national or local projection.

Alternative: Latitude (S): Longitude (E):

1. Project Proposal 26° 3'24.85"S 27°54'34.46"E

2. Alternative 1 n/a n/a

In the case of linear activities:Alternative: Latitude (S): Longitude (E):

Starting point of the activity n/a n/a

Middle point of the activity n/a n/a

End point of the activity n/a n/a

For route alternatives that are longer than 500m, please provide co-ordinates taken every 250 meters along the route andattached in the appropriate Appendix

Addendum of route alternatives attached n/a

The 21 digit Surveyor General code of each cadastral land parcel

Ptn 16 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 1 6

Ptn 23 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 2 3

Ptn 42 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 4 2

Ptn 47 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 4 7

Ptn 55 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 5 5

Ptn 56 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 5 6

Ptn 59 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 5 9

Ptn 60 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 6 0

Ptn 67 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 6 7

Ptn 68 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 6 8

Ptn 69 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 6 9

Ptn 72 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 7 2

Ptn 73 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 7 3

Ptn 76 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 0 7 6

Ptn 104 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 1 0 4

Ptn 160 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 1 6 0

Ptn 175 T 0 I Q 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 1 0 0 1 7 5Holding 43Sonnedal A.H T 0 I Q 0 3 7 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 0 0

3. GRADIENT OF THE SITE

Indicate the general gradient of the site.

Flat X 1:50 – 1:20 X 1:20 – 1:15 X 1:15 – 1:10 1:10 – 1:7,5 1:7,5 – 1:5 Steeper than 1:5

4. LOCATION IN LANDSCAPE

Indicate the landform(s) that best describes the site.

Ridgeline PlateauSide slope of

hill/ridge Valley Plain X Undulating plain/low hills X River front X

5. GROUNDWATER, SOIL AND GEOLOGICAL STABILITY OF THE SITE

a) Is the site located on any of the following?

Shallow water table (less than 1.5m deep) YES X NO

Dolomite, sinkhole or doline areas YES NO XSeasonally wet soils (often close to water bodies) YES X NO

Unstable rocky slopes or steep slopes with loose soil YES NO XDispersive soils (soils that dissolve in water) YES NO XSoils with high clay content (clay fraction more than 40%) YES NO XAny other unstable soil or geological feature YES NO XAn area sensitive to erosion YES NO X

(Information in respect of the above will often be available at the planning sections of local authorities. Where it exists, the1:50 000 scale Regional Geotechnical Maps prepared by Geological Survey may also be used).

Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd was appointed by the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipal Council: HousingDepartment to conduct a geotechnical investigation for the proposed upgrade of the informal settlement Zandspruit II in theRoodepoort area, Gauteng Province. A summary is presented here, and the complete report may be found in Appendix G.

Geotechnical Considerations:

The following geotechnical factors are relevant to the proposed upgrade of the settlement area:

The occurrence of fill material (waste material) Shallow groundwater Problem soils Excavatability Stability of excavations

The relevance of the above factors to the proposed development is described below. The site zoning with respect to thesefactors is presented in Drawing No 112225-G01-001. Refer to Appendix G.

Fill Material“Fill” material consisting of a mixture of sand and rubble such as plastic, wood, builders rubble, pipes and domestic wastewas encountered in test pits across a major portion of the informal settlement areas (estimated at a total of 50ha). Thebase depth of the fill varies between 0.1m and 1.2m, with an average of 0.5m. The estimated extent of the fill is shown asZones 3 and 4.

Shallow GroundwaterThe Halfway House granite is associated with spring conditions, where groundwater emanates from the ground surfacesporadically – especially in the rainy season. With the investigation having been undertaken during the winter months,such shallow groundwater may be more widespread during summer than is suggested by these findings.

“Rivulets” of domestic waste water and possibly sewage water occur across the southern informal settlement area. Thiswater may in part represent groundwater emanating from springs, but based on satellite imagery, generally appears to beassociated with runoff from taps. With the investigation having been undertaken during the winter months, such shallowgroundwater may be more widespread than suggested by the findings.

The “wetland” or “seepage area(s)” to the east of the site is indicative of the spring conditions typically associated withgranite, and appears to extend up the slope into most of the informal settlement area. Groundwater encountered in thetest pits on the site is generally confined to areas affected by fill material. Elsewhere, groundwater occurs within thefoundation and/or service trench depth in lower lying areas and near the 1:100 year floodline.

Shallow groundwater appears to be confined to Zone 4 on Drawing No 112225-G01-001.

Site ZoningThe site was zoned with respect to the occurrence of fill material, shallow groundwater, problem soils, excavatability andthe stability of excavations. The zoning shown on Drawing No 112225-G01-001 is as follows:

Zone 1:Medium dense to dense hillwash and sandy residual granite to 2m depth, with granite rock at the base.

Zone 2:Medium dense (or firm) hillwash, underlain by firm to stiff residual dolerite.

Zone 3: (based on 1.2m deep, hand-excavated test pits)Fill material of variable composition to an average estimated depth of 0.8m. Underlain by medium dense hillwash or mediumdense to dense residual granite to at least 1.2m.

Zone 4: (based on 1.2m deep, hand-excavated test pits)

Fill material of variable composition to an average estimated depth of 0.5m. Underlain by medium dense to dense residualgranite or very dense to soft rock hardpan ferricrete to at least 1.2m. Groundwater at an average estimated depth of 0.8munder current ground surface.

Foundation SoilsMost of the site is underlain by sandy transported soils and residual granite. Across about 50ha of the site area, fill materialoccur as cover over these soils (Zones 3 and 4 on Drawing No. 112225-G01-001). Fill material appears to be absent onZone 1 on the same drawing.

The sandy transported soils and the residual granite soils are expected to be potentially collapsible where local conditionsgave rise to soils of low density. Given variable conditions from this point of view, the soils should be assumed to expresscollapsible characteristics in general. When these soils are in an un-saturated condition, and inundated under load, suddensignificant settlements can occur.

Soils derived from dolerite and the occasional greenstone remnant were encountered intermittently in the test pits. Residualdolerite is expected along dykes, while the occurrence of greenstone is random (see conceptual distribution of dolerite onDrawing No. 112225-G01-001). These soils are potentially moderately expansive, and foundation conditions, as well asthe suitability for re-use in construction, will be affected. Confirmation of the distribution of these rock types across the sitewill be required. A conceptual plan of the occurrence of these soils is presented as Zone 3 on Drawing No 112225-G0-001.

ExcavatabilityThe transported soils and residual granite and dolerite can be considered as ‘Soft Excavation’, according to SABS 1200D(1988). “Soft excavation” across the site is expected to be interrupted by hardpan ferricrete in places. Hardpan ferricretewas found in test pit ZHP40 at 0.8m and at in test pit ZTP36 at 0.6m depth. This layer is of very dense to soft rockconsistency and is hard to penetrate due to the absence of joints or “cracks” in the deposit.

Stability of ExcavationsExcavations in the residual granite soils are potentially unstable, especially where it coincides with shallow groundwater.Such excavations should be battered at a vertical to horizontal batter of 1:1, or have to be shored.

b) are any caves located on the site(s) YES NO X

If yes to above provide location details in terms of latitude and longitude and indicate location on site or route map(s)Latitude (S): Longitude (E):

n/a n/a

c) are any caves located within a 300m radius of the site(s) YES NO X

If yes to above provide location details in terms of latitude and longitude and indicate location on site or route map(s)Latitude (S): Longitude (E):

n/a n/a

d) are any sinkholes located within a 300m radius of the site(s) YES NO X

If yes to above provide location details in terms of latitude and longitude and indicate location on site or route map(s)

Latitude (S): Longitude (E):n/a n/a

If any of the answers to the above are “YES” or “unsure”, specialist input may be requested by the Department

6. AGRICULTURE

Does the site have high potential agriculture as contemplated in the Gauteng AgriculturalPotential Atlas (GAPA 4)? YES NO X

Please note: The Department may request specialist input/studies in respect of the above.

7. GROUNDCOVER

To be noted that the location of all identified rare or endangered species or other elements should be accurately indicated onthe site plan(s).

Indicate the types of groundcover present on the site and include the estimated percentage found on site.

Natural veld - goodcondition% = 10 X

Natural veld withscattered aliens X

% = 7

Natural veld withheavy alien

infestation X% = 15

Veld dominated byalien species X

% = 25

Landscaped(vegetation) X

% =3

Sport field% =

Old Cultivated /grazing land X

% = 5

Paved surface(hard landscaping)

% =

Building or otherstructure X

% = 35

Bare soil% =

Please note: The Department may request specialist input/studies depending on the nature of the groundcover and potentialimpact(s) of the proposed activity/ies.

Ecological Specialist Study (Fauna, Flora and Wetlands / Streams)

Enviroguard Ecological Services cc was appointed to conduct an Ecological Study (Fauna, Flora and Wetlands / Streams)on the subject property. The conclusion is presented here, and the complete report may be found in Appendix G. The studywas undertaken by Prof. LR Brown (PhD UP) and Mr. CL Cook (MSc UP) Prof. They are registered as Professional NaturalScientists with the following details:

Prof LR Brown: Reg. No. 400075/98 (Botanical Science and Ecological Science). Mr C Cook: Reg. No. 400084/08 (Zoological Science)

Existing impacts on the site include:

The site is situated mainly within formal and informal houses. The influence of several weirs and dam walls on the hydrological patterns and previous agricultural and current

residential activities as well as informal settlements adjacent to the river on the water quality of the Sandspruit. Storm water pipes further upstream and channels have disrupted the natural hydrological flow regime. Massive

amounts of water enter directly into the Sandspruit or through eroded drainage channels or concrete pipes. Evidence of sewage spills were found. Deterioration of water quality through surface runoff from surrounding roads and commercial and industrial areas (oils,

tires, petroleum etc.) as well as organic pollution (bush toilets) from the adjacent informal settlement. Nutrient loading (eutrophication) taking place due to the use of fertilisers for the golf course greens. Sedimentation and flow regulation that is taking place upstream and downstream from the site. Large scale erosion is present along the roads. Large sections have been cleared of natural vegetation and crops have been planted. Illegal dumping of litter, building rubble and garden refuse occurs throughout the site. Extensive littering adjacent to the roads. Alien invasive vegetation is present throughout the area. Various footpaths and informal roads traverse the area. The streams and drainage channels has water that are foul smelling and polluted. The Sandspruit is channeled under the R573. Stormwater runoff from the Jackal Creek golf course enters the site through heavily eroded drainage channels resulting

in increased siltation and sedimentation.

Electric and razor fences under the road culverts restrict the migratory movements upstream and downstream fromthe site.

Raw sewage are discharged into the water systems and surrounding areas in many places.

The study area comprises eleven vegetation units (Figure 2 below) namely:

1) Degraded grassland, 2) Developed/Landscaped areas, 3) Bush clump, 4) Open woodland, 5) Eucalyptuscamaldulensis woodland, 6) Old fields, 7) Stream, 8) Seep areas, 9) Natural grassland, 10) Hyparrhenia hirta-Themedatriandra woodland and 11) Tributary areas.

Figure 2: Vegetation Units

The study area include a variety of different habitats, some natural and other human induced. Due to the large number ofinformal houses as well as the surrounding commercial, residential and industrial developments the whole study area aretraversed by footpaths and areas where rubble and litter are dumped. Other areas are used for the planting of agriculturalcrops. This has all had a negative impact on the environment leading to degradation and destruction of the naturalvegetation.

A total of 195 different plant species were identified for the study area. Apart from the species identified in the Egoli GraniteGrassland (unit 9) most of the species identified in this study are either pioneer or secondary successional species or alieninvasive species. Vegetation units 7, 9 and 11 are regarded as having high conservation values. Vegetation unit 9 (Naturalgrassland) is classified as belonging to the endangered Egoli Granite Grassland. This grassland has a high diversity andbiodiversity with healthy populations of the different species present. The system has been sustaining itself for many yearsdespite the human influences surrounding it. It is recommended that this area together with the stream (southern section)and a small section of unit 10 (Hyparrhenia hirta-Themeda traindra grassland) along the banks of the stream is conservedas an open natural space.

The other sensitive ecosystems include the stream and tributary areas (Units 7 & 11). Although degraded due to humaninduced influences (especially the northern section of the stream and the northern tributary) and as a result of seasonalflooding, these areas have a high ecosystem functioning in terms of their water channeling effect. River/stream/wetlandareas and associated floodplains are important since they channel water and also supply various terrestrial areas of waterand nutrients. The vegetation in and around these systems present unique habitats that are different from the surroundingterrestrial areas and therefore have unique plant and animal species living in and utilising these areas. A series of damsare also present along this stream area that also contribute to the variety of water habitats in this unit. These areas alsoserve as ecological corridors that would allow for long-term biological movement. They also provide a natural protectivearea for plants and animals. No development should be allowed within a 30m buffer zone around these areas (Figure 3).Furthermore it is important that all alien vegetation in and along these areas are removed as a high priority.

The seep area (unit 8) is totally degraded due to the area being used for the planting of crops. This area do however, haveunderground water flowing towards the stream area. This needs to be confirmed by a hydrology expert. Due to it beingdegraded with no natural ecosystem present this area has a medium conservation value. It is not foreseen that developmentof this area will negatively affect the ecosystem and its functioning, but whether one would be able to build any structureswithin this water seeping area needs to be assessed by experts in that field.

Units 1 and 10 are degraded grasslands. These areas most probably represented Egoli Granite Grassland in the past, butdue to the use of these areas by humans (small crop fields, dumping of rubble and litter, clearing of small section for socialgatherings, footpaths etc.) these areas have slowly become degraded over the years. This has caused a decline in speciesrichness and overall diversity with many climax species and associated fauna disappearing. As a result these areas havea medium conservation value and it is not foreseen that the development of large sections of these units would negativelyaffect the environment.

All other units (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) are variously degraded due to human induced influences that has mostly resulted in thedestruction of the natural ecosystem with is associated plant and animal species. Development within these areas shouldhave no negative effect on the environment.

The various declared alien invasive species present on the study site is alarming, especially along the stream and tributaryareas. Not only do these species affect the study area negatively, but also serves as a central point from where there seedsare dispersed into surrounding natural areas. All alien plant species must be removed from the property.

Environmental Sensitivity Map – Refer to Figure 4.

An Environmental Sensitivity Map were configured to clearly understand the various environmental characteristics andareas of significance that could be taken into consideration. This map indicates the following in relation to the proposeddevelopment site:

High, medium and low ecological sensitivity; and the Drainage Course 30m buffer.

Are there any rare or endangered flora or fauna species (including red list species)present on the site

YES NO X

If YES, specify and explain:

No red data species except for the orange listed medicinal geophyte Hypoxis hemerocallidea, were found on the site (unit5). Suitable habitat for selected red data species exists along the southern section of the stream (unit 7). It is recommendedthat the remaining Hypoxis hemerocallidea individuals are removed under supervision of a qualified person from thedegraded Eucalyptus woodland (unit 5) and replanted at other suitable habitats or reserves in Gauteng.

Are there any rare or endangered flora or fauna species (including red list species) presentwithin a 200m (if within urban area as defined in the Regulations) or within 600m (if outsidethe urban area as defined in the Regulations) radius of the site.

YES X NO


Vegetation Unit 9: Natural grassland

This unit is classified as being Egoli Granite Grassland and is located on the southern part of the study site. There are fewrocks present and the soil is loamy to clay. In some areas bare soil patches are visible with an estimate 5% erosion evident.The conservation priority is High.

The vegetation is dominated by the grass Hyparrhenia hirta with various other grass and forb species prominent. Theseinclude the grasses Cymbopogon pospischili, Eragrostis chloromelas, Brachiaria serrata, Andropogon schirensis,Heteropogon contortus, Trachypogon spicatus, Aristida transvaalensis and the forbs Acaclypha angustata, Albuca setosa,Cyanotis speciose, Gladiolus ecklonii, Helichrysum spcies, Polygala hottentotica, Pollichia campestris, Sacbiosacolumbaria, Senecio coronatus and Sphenostylis angustifolia. Various woody species are present and occur scattered asindividuals or small clumps. These include Vachellia karroo, Disopyros lycioides, Ehrethia rigida and Stoebe vulgaris.

No development is proposed within this area.

Are there any special or sensitive habitats or other natural features present on the site? YES X NO


Enviroguard Ecological Services was appointed to conduct a Wetland Assessment. The conclusion is presentedhere, and the complete report may be found in Appendix G.

The Sandspruit

The site is bisected by the perennial Sandspruit; entering the site of the southern boundary and extending beyond thenorthern boundary. The entire area surrounding Zandspruit has seen significant impacts from previous agricultural as well

as current residential as well as informal settlements. The natural hydrological regime of the Sandspruit on and immediatelysurrounding the site has been disrupted by the creation of impoundments (dams) upstream and downstream from the site.

The Sandspruit has been impacted on by the adjacent residential activities including the Jackal Creek Golf Estate situatedon the eastern boundary of the site; residential plots as well as Cosmos City to the north; an informal settlement to the westof the sites as well as existing residential plots and compounds to the south of the site. These impacts have encroachedon the wetland areas of the Sandspruit and as such have led to the transformation of the riparian vegetation as well asalteration of the natural hydrological regime of the Sandspruit. Extensive alien invasive vegetation as well as densemacrophyte or reed invasion occurs along the Sandspruit. The Sandspruit originates to the south of the property and flowsoutside the northern boundaries of the site.

The Sandspruit is a tributary of the Klein Jukskei with the confluence situated to the north of the site in the Chartwell andFarmall Agricultural Holdings. Large amounts of stormwater runoff from the adjacent catchment area enters directly intothe Sandspruit mainly through eroded drainage channels. The size of the Sandpruit and riparian vegetation have beenmodified through previous disturbances of the land. In some areas damming have led to increased sizes of the featuresand increased retention of moisture, leading to increased degrees of wetland formation. In other areas the active channelof the Sandpruit has become severely incised and led to decreased retention and moisture and degrees of wetlandformation. The riparian vegetation along the Sandspruit has been totally transformed or severely degraded throughextensive alien vegetation invasion. An illegal dumping site is situated immediately adjacent to the western banks of theSandspruit and has resulted in severe habitat degradation including destruction of the riparian vegetation and deteriorationin water quality of the Sandspruit. Several vagrants as well as bush toilets were observed along the reach of the Sandspruit.

A central stream and two tributaries were identified and their vegetation described under units 7 and 11. These weredelineated and are indicated in Figure 2. A wetland health Level 1 Present Ecological Status (PES) and an EcologicalImportance and Sensitivity (EIS) assessment was conducted for these systems as a whole, while an EIS assessment wasdone for the seep area.

Wetland health (PES)

The hydrology regime of the area has achieved a PES category of E indicating that there is a change in ecosystemprocesses due to human influences that has resulted in a loss of natural habitat and associated biota. There are howeversome natural habitat that has remained. The largest section that is negatively influenced occurs in the northern part of thestudy area. This situation is unfortunately expected to continue to degrade.

The geomorphology of the area (PES = D) is largely natural with the topography and adjacent land systems mostly intactwith only a slight shift in ecosystem functioning. The different informal and formal developments and the proposeddevelopment around these areas are expected to cause a loss of habitat in the longer term.

The vegetation of the northern section of the study site of these areas have been modified to such an extent that a loss ofnatural biota and habitat has occurred. These areas include the northern part of the stream, the northern tributary and thetransformed seep area. It is highly unlikely that this trend would be reversed, especially in the seep area section. Thesouthern part and the southern tributary is more natural and is regarded as largely natural with moderate modifications tothe natural habitat and biota. The infestation of large sections of these areas by alien invasive species are however,expected to cause a further decline in the vegetation’s natural condition with a resultant loss in ecosystem functioning.

Ecological Importance and Sensitivity

The EIS and functions for the wetland were calculated using the new draft DWA guidelines and model, as developed by M.Rountree (unpublished report). Information was used form the SIBIS and VEGMAP products. A mean score between 0 and

4 is obtained, with 0 as the lowest and 4 as the highest score (0-1 = Low to very low; >1-2 = Medium to low; >2-3 = Medium-high: >3-4 = High to very high).

The study site has a medium-low Ecological Importance and Sensitivity (EIS) score of 2.02. This is a value between 0and 4, with 0 being very low and 4 very high. This value indicates the system to have a moderate sensitivity in spite of thedegraded and alien infested sections. It is therefore important that all aspects of the proposed development that could affectthe whole water channel system is addressed in the development plan.

ECOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT

Overall the stream/wetland area of the study area achieved a PES score of 7.2 indicating that the system is in PES categoryD and that there is an overall loss of habitat and biota though some natural features are still present. Based on the PESthe stream/wetland area is assigned to Ecological Management Class C (DWAF, 1999) meaning that the area must beactively managed to restore some ecosystem services. This will include the removal of all alien vegetation in the and alongthe banks of the stream/wetland areas and the rehabilitation of these areas. Furthermore all rubble and litter should beremoved on an ongoing basis. In terms of water pollution the water quality should be monitored on a quarterly basis andplans implemented to prevent further pollution.

Was a specialist consulted to assist with completing this section YES X NO

If yes complete specialist details

Name of the specialist:Prof. LR Brown (PhD UP); andMr. CL Cook (MSc UP) Prof.

Qualification(s) of thespecialist:

Prof LR Brown (PhD UP): Reg. No. 400075/98 (Botanical Science and Ecological Science).Mr C Cook (MSc UP) Prof: Reg. No. 400084/08 (Zoological Science)

Postal address: PO Box 703Heidelberg

Postal code: 1438

Telephone: 082 4641021 Cell: 082 4641021

E-mail: [email protected] Fax: -

Are any further specialist studies recommended by the specialist? YES NO X

If YES, specify: Not Applicable

If YES, is such a report(s) attached? n/a n/aIf YES list the specialist reports attached below

1) Enviroguard Ecological Services cc - An Ecological Report on the Fauna, Flora and Wetlands/Streams:Proposed Zandspruit Township Development on Portions 16, 22, 23,26, 42,51,55,56,59,67,68,72, 73, 76, 104,105,144,160 & Holding 43 of the Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ

Figure 3: Wetland/Stream Areas with 30m Buffer Zone

Figure 4: Environmental Sensitivity Map

7. 1 C-PLAN

The Gauteng C-plan (version 3) focuses on the mapping of biodiversity priority areas within Gauteng, compiled by theGauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD). The C-Plan shows that part of the subject area isdefined as “Critical Biodiversity Areas (CBAs)”.

8. LAND USE CHARACTER OF SURROUNDING AREA

Using the associated number of the relevant current land use or prominent feature from the table below, fill in the position ofthese land-uses in the vacant blocks below which represent a 500m radius around the site.

1. Vacant land2. River, stream,

wetland3. Nature

conservation area 4. Public open space 5. Koppie or ridge

6. Dam or reservoir 7. Agriculture 8. Low densityresidential

9. Medium to highdensity residential

10. Informalresidential

11. Old age home 12. Retail 13. Offices 14. Commercial &warehousing 15. Light industrial

16. Heavy industrialAN 17. Hospitality facility 18. Church19. Education

facilities 20. Sport facilities

21. Golf course/polofields

22. AirportN 23. Train station orshunting yardN 24. Railway lineN 25. Major road (4

lanes or more)N

26. Sewagetreatment plantA

27. Landfill or wastetreatment siteA 28. Historical building 29. Graveyard 30. Archeological site

31. Open cast mine32. Underground

mine33.Spoil heap or

slimes damA 34. Small Holdings

Other land uses (describe): 35. Eskom Substation

Note: More than one (1) Land-use may be indicated in a block

Please note: The Department may request specialist input/studies depending on the nature of the land use character of the area and potential impact(s) ofthe proposed activity/ies. Specialist reports that look at health & air quality and noise impacts may be required for any feature above and in particular thosefeatures marked with an “A“ and with an “N” respectively.

Have specialist reports been attached YES NO XIf yes indicate the type of reports below

n/a

9. SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXT

Describe the existing social and economic characteristics of the area and the community condition as baseline information toassess the potential social, economic and community impacts.

Zandspruit is mainly informal settlements with ‘Occupied Rent Free’ shacks. This is the tenure type identified in Zandspruitin the UDF. There are no community facilities in this areas and the property zoning is unknown.

Zandspruit is an informal settlement northwest of Johannesburg with an estimated 15 000 shacks. The need for low-incomehousing opportunities to assist the poor out of poverty and cater for the informal settlements in the region is a critical issuein this region. The issue engages directly with meeting the challenge of poverty and ensuring that vulnerability, inequalityand social exclusion are addressed. Furthermore, the incorporation of innovative lower-income housing typologies into thebroader urban fabric will directly provide a range of different housing types for different economic needs within the sametownship.

General socio-economic site characteristics are:

There is a high ratio of informal trading in relation to the residential uses, which indicates a relatively healthy localeconomy.

The density of informal housing is extremely high and can only be countered with multiple storey residential buildings.The prevalence of multi-storey informal structures are high.

The streets and passageways in the settlement are extremely narrow and the pedestrian passageways are confusingand often causes young children to get lost.

NORTH

WEST

34 9 8 1/2/8 8/9

EAST

34 34 8 1/2/8/14 9

34 34 1/2/8 8

34 14/ 34 14/34 1/2 1

34 9/34 14/9 1/2/9 1

SOUTH

NOTE: Each block represents an area of 250m X 250m, if your proposed development is larger than this pleaseuse the appropriate number and orientation of hashed blocks

= Site

The streets are too narrow for emergency services which is a great concern. There is a high prevalence of self-constructed pit latrines in the settlement but access for sanitation service vehicles

is very problematic. Street lighting or high mast lighting is absent. There is a high prevalence of taverns and restaurants in the settlement. Stand pipes do exist but inadequate for the amount of people in the settlement. There is a pedestrian bridge over Beyers Naude Drive to an extension of the Zandspruit settlement on the southern

side of Zandspruit. Some NMT infrastructure has been constructed along Beyers Naude Drive and Peter Road and the sidewalk is

extensively used for on street trading. The produce that is sold by vendors are purchased at whole sale trading retail outlets close by. Illegal dumping (surrounding factories dumping excess wood; splints; bricks and debris) sites exist on the property,

adjacent to houses causing fire hazard. No formal land use exist, business and residential functions per erf. There are many illegal electrical connections in the township and some connections crosses Beyers Naude Drive. Sewer infrastructure is currently lacking and poses a significant health risk. The storm water system is inadequate and grey water and sewer water contaminates the nearby river system.

Specialist Study: Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd conducted a Socio-Economic Study for the proosed Zandspruit HousingDevelopment. The assignment includes the assessment of major economic trends and drivers, a localized demographicprofile and assessment and investigating the growth and development potential for the Zandspruit housing development.The complete report may be found in Appendix G.

10. CULTURAL/HISTORICAL FEATURES

Please be advised that if section 38 of the National Heritage Resources Act 25 of 1999 is applicable to your proposal oralternatives, then you are requested to furnish this Department with written comment from the South African Heritage ResourceAgency (SAHRA) – Attach comment in appropriate annexure

38. (1) Subject to the provisions of subsections (7), (8) and (9), any person who intends to undertake a development categorisedas-(a) the construction of a road, wall, powerline, pipeline, canal or other similar form of linear development or barrier exceeding

300m in length;(b) the construction of a bridge or similar structure exceeding 50m in length;(c) any development or other activity which will change the character of a site-

(i) exceeding 5 000 m2 in extent; or(ii) involving three or more existing erven or subdivisions thereof; or(iii) involving three or more erven or divisions thereof which have been consolidated within the past five years; or(iv) the costs of which will exceed a sum set in terms of regulations by SAHRA or a provincial heritage resources

authority;(d) the re-zoning of a site exceeding 10 000 m2 in extent; or(e) any other category of development provided for in regulations by SAHRA or a provincial heritage resources authority, must

at the very earliest stages of initiating such a development, notify the responsible heritage resources authority and furnishit with details regarding the location, nature and extent of the proposed development.

Are there any signs of culturally (aesthetic, social, spiritual, environmental) or historically significantelements, as defined in section 2 of the National Heritage Resources Act, 1999, (Act No. 25 of 1999),including archaeological or palaeontological sites, on or close (within 20m) to the site?

YES X NO

If YES, explain:

Sensitive heritage resources (historical period structures, cemeteries, contemporary period features and religious meetingplaces) occur inside areas proposed for the Zandspruit Township Establishment development.

If uncertain, the Department may request that specialist input be provided to establish whether there is such a feature(s)present on or close to the site.

Briefly explain the findings of the specialist if one was already appointed:Exigo Sustainability was appointed to conduct an Archaeological Impact Assessment (AIA). The AIA was conducted subjectto requirements as set out by the National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998), the National HeritageResources Act (NHRA - Act 25 of 1999). The rationale of this AIA is to determine the presence of heritage resources suchas archaeological and historical sites and features, graves and places of religious and cultural significance in previouslyunstudied areas; to consider the impact of the proposed project on such heritage resources, and to submit appropriaterecommendations with regard to the cultural resources management measures that may be required at affected sites /features.

A summary of the findings is presented here, and the complete report may be found in Appendix C.

A number of Contemporary Period houses, dwellings, foundation structures and buildings as well as a number ofreligious meeting places possibly associated with the ZCC occur within the project area but these sites are of lowsignificance due a more recent temporal context thereof.

Three fairly well preserved Historical Period buildings and / or compounds occur within the project area and the sitesare of medium significance as they might inform on architectural, settlement and social developments at Zandspruit. Itis primarily recommended that the sites be avoided and that a 50m conservation buffer around the structures beimplemented. Should impact on the sites by development prove inevitable they should be adequately documented bymeans of further Phase 2 Specialist Analysis (mapped, photographed and documented, described and contextualisedby means of a desktop study) and the necessary destruction permits should be obtained from the relevant HeritageResources Authorities.

Two burial sites occurring within the project area are of high significance and these sites will in all probability beimpacted on by the proposed project. Primarily it is recommended that cemeteries be avoided and that a conservationbuffer of at least 20m be implemented for the heritage receptors on the condition that the burial sites are monitoredfrequently by a heritage consultant or informed ECO in order to detect and manage negative impact on the sites. Inaddition, the sites should be fenced prior to the commencement of construction and strict access control should beapplied.

Will any building or structure older than 60 years be affected in any way? YES X NO

Is it necessary to apply for a permit in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act,1999 (Act 25 of 1999)?

Avoidance, conservationbuffer, site monitoring. Phase2 documentation &destruction permitting ifimpacted on.

If yes, please attached the comments from SAHRA in the appropriate Appendix

SECTION C: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (SECTION 41)

Note: The Environmental Assessment Practitioner must conduct public participation process in accordance with therequirement of the EIA Regulations, 2014.

1. LOCAL AUTHORITY PARTICIPATION

Local authorities are key interested and affected parties in each application and no decision on any application will be madebefore the relevant local authority is provided with the opportunity to give input. The planning and the environmental sectionsof the local authority must be informed of the application at least thirty (30) calendar days before the submission of theapplication to the competent authority.

Was the draft report submitted to the local authority for comment? YES X NO

If yes, has any comments been received from the local authority? YES NO XNotification of the Application for Environmental Authorisation and this Draft Basic Assessment Report will be submittedto the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality for comment opportunity. A 30-day comment period is allowed.

Any comments received from the CoJMM on the DBAR will be included in the Final Basic Assessment Report.

If “YES”, briefly describe the comment below (also attach any correspondence to and from the local authority to this application):

Any comments received from the CoJMM on the DBAR will be included in the Final Basic Assessment Report.

If “NO” briefly explain why no comments have been received or why the report was not submitted if that is the case.

As this is the first announcement of the project, no comments have been received to date.

2. CONSULTATION WITH OTHER STAKEHOLDERS

Any stakeholder that has a direct interest in the activity, site or property, such as servitude holders and service providers,should be informed of the application at least thirty (30) calendar days before the submission of the application and beprovided with the opportunity to comment.

Has any comment been received from stakeholders? YES NO X

If “YES”, briefly describe the feedback below (also attach copies of any correspondence to and from the stakeholders tothis application):Notification of the Application for Environmental Authorisation and this Draft Basic Assessment Report will be submittedto registered I&APs for comment opportunity. A 30-day comment period is allowed.

Any comments received from I&APs on the DBAR will be included in the Final Basic Assessment Report.

If “NO” briefly explain why no comments have been received

As this is the first announcement of the project, no comments have been received to date.

3. GENERAL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

The Environmental Assessment Practitioner must ensure that the public participation process is adequate and must determinewhether a public meeting or any other additional measure is appropriate or not based on the particular nature of each case.Special attention should be given to the involvement of local community structures such as Ward Committees and ratepayersassociations. Please note that public concerns that emerge at a later stage that should have been addressed may cause thecompetent authority to withdraw any authorisation it may have issued if it becomes apparent that the public participationprocess was flawed.

The EAP must record all comments and respond to each comment of the public / interested and affected party before theapplication report is submitted. The comments and responses must be captured in a Comments and Responses Report asprescribed in the regulations and be attached to this application.

Public Participation Information:

i) Notification Letters will be distributed to pre-identified I&APs on the database. Pre-identified I&APs and keystakeholders will be directly notified via email, fax and post.

ii) Newspaper Advertisements - In compliance with the EIA Regulations (2014), notification of the commencement ofthe EIA process for the project will be advertised in the following newspaper: Sowetan – Publication date to be confirmed.

iii) Site Notices will be put up at conspicuous places to inform I&APs about the Project. These notices containedinformation about the Project, the location thereof, legal process to be followed, the contact details of the EAP.

iv) The Draft BAR will be made available for public comment.v) All issues raised during the comment period of the DBAR will be recorded in a Comments and Response Report,

along with responses from the applicant and consultant.

4. APPENDICES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

All public participation information is to be attached in the appropriate Appendix. The information in this Appendix is to beordered as detailed below:

Appendix E provides details of the public consultation process followed so far.

Appendix E.1 PROOF OF SITE NOTICE

Appendix E.2 WRITTEN NOTICES ISSUED

Appendix E.3 PROOF OF NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS

Appendix E.4 COMMUNICATIONS TO AND FROM I&APS

Appendix E.5 MINUTES OF ANY PUBLIC AND/OR STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS

Appendix E.6 COMMENTS AND RESPONSES REPORT

Appendix E.7 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON BASIC ASSESSMENT (BA) REPORT

Appendix E.8 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON AMENDMENTS TO THE BA REPORT

Appendix E.9 COPY OF THE REGISTER OF I&APS

Appendix E.10 LIST OF STATE DEPARTMENTS

SECTION D: RESOURCE USE AND PROCESS DETAILSNote: Section D is to be completed for the proposal and alternative(s) (if necessary)

Instructions for completion of Section D for alternatives1) For each alternative under investigation, where such alternatives will have different resource and process details (e.g.

technology alternative), the entire Section D needs to be completed.2) Each alterative needs to be clearly indicated in the box below.3) Attach the above documents in a chronological order.

(complete only when appropriate)

Section D Alternative No. 0 (complete only when appropriate forabove)

1. WASTE, EFFLUENT & EMISSION MANAGEMENT

Solid Waste Management

Will the activity produce solid construction waste during the construction/initiation phase? YES X NO

If yes, what estimated quantity will be produced per month? Unknown

How will the construction solid waste be disposed of (describe)?

Building rubble and solid construction waste (such as sand, gravel concrete and spoil material) that cannot be used forfilling and rehabilitation and other litter and waste (including packaging, plastics, waste metals, etc.) generated during theconstruction phase will be placed in a bulk waste collection areas in contractors camps. This waste will disposed at anappropriately registered and licensed waste disposal facility.

Where will the construction solid waste be disposed of (describe)?

All non-recycled general waste will be removed by a registered waste contractor and taken to appropriately registeredand licensed waste disposal facility.

Will the activity produce solid waste during its operational phase? YES X NO

If yes, what estimated quantity will be produced per month? Approx. 7 500 m³/ month

How will the solid waste be disposed of (describe)?

The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality will collect, transport and dispose waste materials. The CoJMM willprovide containers / black refuse bins for general waste and will be lifted once a week. Compaction vehicles or rear-endloaders will collect and dispose of at appropriately registered and licensed waste disposal facilities.

Has the municipality or relevant service provider confirmed that sufficient air spaceexists for treating/disposing of the solid waste to be generated by this activity? YES X NO

Where will the solid waste be disposed if it does not feed into a municipal waste stream (describe)?

Waste will feed into the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality’s waste stream.

Section D has been duplicated for alternatives 0 times

Note: If the solid waste (construction or operational phases) will not be disposed of in a registered landfill site or be takenup in a municipal waste stream, the applicant should consult with the competent authority to determine whether it isnecessary to change to an application for scoping and EIA.

Can any part of the solid waste be classified as hazardous in terms of the relevantlegislation? YES NO X

If yes, inform the competent authority and request a change to an application for scoping and EIA.

Is the activity that is being applied for a solid waste handling or treatment facility? YES NO XIf yes, the applicant should consult with the competent authority to determine whether it is necessary to change to anapplication for scoping and EIA.

Describe the measures, if any, that will be taken to ensure the optimal reuse or recycling of materials:

The community will be encouraged to separate waste into glass, tins, paper, hard plastics, organic and general waste.This will be stored in appropriate containers and collected by a contractor on a regular basis, with recyclable waste takento the nearest appropriate facility, and non-recyclable waste to the municipal landfill site.

Liquid Effluent (other than domestic sewage)Will the activity produce effluent, other than normal sewage, that will be disposed of in amunicipal sewage system? YES NO X

If yes, what estimated quantity will be produced per month? n/aIf yes, has the municipality confirmed that sufficient capacity exist for treating / disposing ofthe liquid effluent to be generated by this activity(ies)? n/a n/a

Will the activity produce any effluent that will be treated and/or disposed of on site? Yes NO XIf yes, what estimated quantity will be produced per month? n/a

If yes describe the nature of the effluent and how it will be disposed.Not Applicable

Note that if effluent is to be treated or disposed on site the applicant should consult with the competent authority todetermine whether it is necessary to change to an application for scoping and EIA

Will the activity produce effluent that will be treated and/or disposed of at another facility? YES NO XIf yes, provide the particulars of the facility:Facility name: n/aContact person: n/aPostal address: n/aPostal code: n/aTelephone: n/a Cell: n/aE-mail: n/a Fax: n/a

Describe the measures that will be taken to ensure the optimal reuse or recycling of waste water, if any:

Not Applicable

Liquid Effluent (Domestic Sewage)Will the activity produce domestic effluent that will be disposed of in a municipalsewage system? YES X NO

If yes, what estimated quantity will be produced per month? 5,099 Kl/monthIf yes, has the municipality confirmed that sufficient capacity exist for treating /disposing of the domestic effluent to be generated by this activity(ies)? YES X NO

Will the activity produce any effluent that will be treated and/or disposed of on site? YES NO XIf yes describe how it will be treated and disposed off.

n/a

Emissions into the AtmosphereWill the activity release emissions into the atmosphere? YES NO XIf yes, is it controlled by any legislation of any sphere of government? n/a n/aIf yes, the applicant should consult with the competent authority to determine whether it isnecessary to change to an application for scoping and EIA.If no, describe the emissions in terms of type and concentration:Not Applicable

2. WATER USE

Indicate the source(s) of water that will be used for the activity

Municipal X Directly fromwater board groundwater

river, stream,dam or lake other

the activity willnot use water

If water is to be extracted from groundwater, river, stream, dam, lake or any other natural feature, please indicatethe volume that will be extracted per month: n/a

If Yes, please attach proof of assurance of water supply, e.g. yield of borehole, in the appropriate AppendixDoes the activity require a water use permit from the Department of Water Affairs? YES NO XIf yes, list the permits required

n/a

If yes, have you applied for the water use permit(s)? n/a n/a

If yes, have you received approval(s)? (attached in appropriate appendix) n/a n/a

3. POWER SUPPLY

Please indicate the source of power supply eg. Municipality / Eskom / Renewable energy sourceThe external electrical reticulation network connection will be taken from the local Eskom distribution networks andwill be handed over Eskom on completion of the works.

If power supply is not available, where will power be sourced from?Not Applicable

4. ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Describe the design measures, if any, that have been taken to ensure that the activity is energy efficient:The following energy savings methods shall be investigated for possible implementation for theproposed development: Use of energy efficient lighting, Use of day light wherever possible in lieu of artificial lighting, Use of renewable solar powered lighting for external lighting, Switching off of all electrical appliances at night and times not in use, Use of high-efficient HVAC systems, Use of solar water heating, Setting thermostats of water heaters at the most efficient level, Insulation of hot water pipes and hot water storage tanks, Use of low-flow shower heads, Use of high-efficient electric motors, Use of variable speed drives on electric motors, Use of appropriate conductor size to reduce distribution losses, Use of control methods to reduce maximum demand and exploit off peak electricity tariffs, Insulation of windows, wills, ceilings and roofs.

Describe how alternative energy sources have been taken into account or been built into the design of the activity,if any:Not Applicable

SECTION E: IMPACT ASSESSMENTThe assessment of impacts must adhere to the minimum requirements in the EIA Regulations, 2014, and should takeapplicable official guidelines into account. The issues raised by interested and affected parties should also be addressed inthe assessment of impacts as well as the impacts of not implementing the activity (Section 24(4)(b)(i).

1. ISSUES RAISED BY INTERESTED & AFFECTED PARTIES

Summarise the issues raised by interested and affected parties.

As this is the first announcement of the Basic Assessment Report, no comments have been received to date.

Summary of response from the practitioner to the issues raised by the interested and affected parties (including the manner inwhich the public comments are incorporated or why they were not included)(A full response must be provided in the Comments and Response Report that must be attached to this report):

No comments have been received at this stage but this will be updated once the 30 day public comment period has beencompleted, before submission to the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD).

2. IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE CONSTRUCTION & OPERATIONAL PHASE

Briefly describe the methodology utilised in the rating of significance of impacts.

2.1 METHODS USED TO IDENTIFY POTENTIAL IMPACTS

A combination of the following methods was used to identify impacts during the Basic Assessment:

2.1.1 Technical and Specialist Study Findings

Table: Conclusion and Recommendations of Technical and Specialist Studies

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONFauna and Flora “The study area include a variety of different habitats, some natural and other human induced.

Due to the large number of informal houses as well as the surrounding commercial, residentialand industrial developments the whole study area are traversed by footpaths and areas whererubble and litter are dumped. Other areas are used for the planting of agricultural crops. This hasall had a negative impact on the environment leading to degradation and destruction of the naturalvegetation.

A total of 195 different plant species were identified for the study area. Apart from the speciesidentified in the Egoli Granite Grassland (unit 9) most of the species identified in this study areeither pioneer or secondary successional species or alien invasive species. Vegetation units 7, 9and 11 are regarded as having high conservation values. Vegetation unit 9 (Natural grassland) isclassified as belonging to the endangered Egoli Granite Grassland. This grassland has a highdiversity and biodiversity with healthy populations of the different species present. The systemhas been sustaining itself for many years despite the human influences surrounding it. It isrecommended that this area together with the stream (southern section) and a small section ofunit 10 (Hyparrhenia hirta-Themeda traindra grassland) along the banks of the stream isconserved as an open natural space. If humans are however, allowed to wander through these

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONareas on an uncontrolled basis and there is no fences around these areas it would be of no useto conserve this pristine, beautiful and highly diverse grassland. A formal management plan mustalso be developed for this area and it is recommended that the community living around this areais involved in the implementation of this plan. The people should also be educated to understandthe value of this natural grassland and why it should be protected. If this is not done it would slowlybecome degraded with rubble and litter strewn throughout the area as is the case in the otherareas of the site where the same grassland most probably occurred, but which is now destroyed.

The other sensitive ecosystems include the stream and tributary areas (Units 7 & 11). Althoughdegraded due to human induced influences (especially the northern section of the stream and thenorthern tributary) and as a result of seasonal flooding, these areas have a high ecosystemfunctioning in terms of their water channelling effect. River/stream/wetland areas and associatedfloodplains are important since they channel water and also supply various terrestrial areas ofwater and nutrients. The vegetation in and around these systems present unique habitats that aredifferent from the surrounding terrestrial areas and therefore have unique plant and animalspecies living in and utilising these areas. A series of dams are also present along this streamarea that also contribute to the variety of water habitats in this unit. These areas also serve asecological corridors that would allow for long-term biological movement. They also provide anatural protective area for plants and animals. No development should be allowed within a 30mbuffer zone around these areas. Furthermore it is important that all alien vegetation in and alongthese areas are removed as a high priority. Where these systems have been disturbed as a resultof the proposed development they should be rehabilitated as a matter of urgency.

The seep area (unit 8) is totally degraded due to the area being used for the planting of crops.This area do however, have underground water flowing towards the stream area. This needs tobe confirmed by a hydrology expert. Due to it being degraded with no natural ecosystem presentthis area has a medium conservation value. It is not foreseen that development of this area willnegatively affect the ecosystem and its functioning, but whether one would be able to build anystructures within this water seeping area needs to be assessed by experts in that field.Furthermore the hydrological report should confirm whether development in such an area willnegatively affect the flow of underground water towards the stream system.

Units 1 and 10 are degraded grasslands. These areas most probably represented Egoli GraniteGrassland in the past, but due to the use of these areas by humans (small crop fields, dumpingof rubble and litter, clearing of small section for social gatherings, footpaths etc.) these areas haveslowly become degraded over the years. This has caused a decline in species richness and overalldiversity with many climax species and associated fauna disappearing. As a result these areashave a medium conservation value and it is not foreseen that the development of large sectionsof these units would negatively affect the environment.

All other units (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) are variously degraded due to human induced influences that hasmostly resulted in the destruction of the natural ecosystem with is associated plant and animalspecies. Development within these areas should have no negative effect on the environment.

No red data species except for the orange listed medicinal geophyte Hypoxis hemerocallidea,were found on the site (unit 5). Suitable habitat for selected red data species exists along thesouthern section of the stream (unit 7). It is recommended that the remaining Hypoxishemerocallidea individuals are removed under supervision of a qualified person from the

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONdegraded Eucalyptus woodland (unit 5) and replanted at other suitable habitats or reserves inGauteng.

The various declared alien invasive species present on the study site is alarming, especially alongthe stream and tributary areas. Not only do these species affect the study area negatively, butalso serves as a central point from where there seeds are dispersed into surrounding naturalareas. All alien plant species must be removed from the property. The control of alien vegetationalong the construction route must be continually monitored. These species causes severe habitatdegradation especially adjacent to roads.

The re-vegetation of the areas affected after construction with species indigenous to the area canbe considered as a potential positive impact. Activities within the adjacent natural areas notaffected by the proposed construction must be strictly managed. It is recommended that theconstruction programme preferably commences during the dry winter months, when the majorityof animal species are dormant. All earthworks shall be undertaken in such a manner so as tominimize the extent of any impacts caused by such activities. Soil stockpiles must be suitablyprotected from possible erosion. Soil stockpiles must not be placed adjacent to any water bodiespreventing possible siltation and sedimentation. The areas affected by the construction must beappropriately rehabilitated after the cessation of construction activities. No animals should beintentionally disturbed, injured or collected during the construction phase. If any animal isdisturbed by construction, e.g. nesting birds, rodents or snakes or else during the operationalphase it should be allowed to escape without further harassment, noise or interference.

All large indigenous tree and shrub species should be conserved wherever possible. Vegetationclearance must be strictly restricted to the working areas. No dumping of any materials inundeveloped open areas. Activities in the surrounding open undeveloped areas must be strictlyregulated and managed.

Any erosion channels developed during the construction period or during the vegetationestablishment period shall be backfilled and compacted, and the areas restored to a propercondition. The Contractor shall ensure that cleared areas are effectively stabilised to prevent andcontrol erosion. Exposed slopes and/or destabilised areas should be landscaped to blend in withthe surrounding areas if possible. Exposed areas should be rehabilitated with a grass mix thatblends in with the surrounding vegetation. The grass mix should consist of indigenous grassesadapted to the local environmental conditions.

In order to deliver cost-effective services and to increase human health and well-being it isimportant that the proposed development is done in such a way as to conserve as manyecosystems as possible. Green open spaces incorporating the high conservation value areas aswell as rehabilitated areas should be one of the main focuses of the proposed development.Humans and their habits not only influence natural ecosystems but also dominate all otherecosystems (Grimm et al., 2008). By taking all the different environmental aspects intoconsideration and focusing on sustainable development humans and nature can function inharmony and to the benefit of each other.”

WetlandAssessment

A central stream and two tributaries were identified and their vegetation described under units 7and 11. These were delineated and are indicated in figure 3. A wetland health Level 1 PresentEcological Status (PES) and an Ecological Importance and Sensitivity (EIS) assessment wasconducted for these systems as a whole, while an EIS assessment was done for seep area.

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONWetland health (PES)The hydrology regime of the area has achieved a PES category of E indicating that there is achange in ecosystem processes due to human influences that has resulted in a loss of naturalhabitat and associated biota. There are however some natural habitat that has remained. Thelargest section that is negatively influenced occurs in the northern part of the study area. Thissituation is unfortunately expected to continue to degrade.

The vegetation of the northern section of the study site of these areas have been modified to suchan extent that a loss of natural biota and habitat has occurred. These areas include the northernpart of the stream, the northern tributary and the transformed seep area. It is highly unlikely thatthis trend would be reversed, especially in the seep area section. The southern part and thesouthern tributary is more natural and is regarded as largely natural with moderate modificationsto the natural habitat and biota. The infestation of large sections of these areas by alien invasivespecies are however, expected to cause a further decline in the vegetation’s natural condition witha resultant loss in ecosystem functioning.

Ecological Importance and SensitivityThe study site has a medium-low Ecological Importance and Sensitivity (EIS) score of 2.02. Thisis a value between 0 and 4, with 0 being very low and 4 very high. This value indicates the systemto have a moderate sensitivity in spite of the degraded and alien infested sections. It is thereforeimportant that all aspects of the proposed development that could affect the whole water channelsystem is addressed in the development plan.

Ecological ManagementOverall the stream/wetland area of the study area achieved a PES score of 7.2 indicating that thesystem is in PES category D and that there is an overall loss of habitat and biota though somenatural features are still present. Based on the PES the stream/wetland area is assigned toEcological Management Class C (DWAF, 1999) meaning that the area must be actively managedto restore some ecosystem services. This will include the removal of all alien vegetation in theand along the banks of the stream/wetland areas and the rehabilitation of these areas.Furthermore all rubble and litter should be removed on an ongoing basis. In terms of waterpollution the water quality should be monitored on a quarterly basis and plans implemented toprevent further pollution.

AgriculturalPotential

According to the Gauteng Agricultural Potential Atlas (GAPA Version 3), the proposeddevelopment site is not situated within a region delineated as an Agricultural Hub. According tothe C-Plan the agricultural potential is low.

Cultural Heritage Documented site locations and proposed mitigation measures are:

Short Description Coordinate S E Mitigation Action

Historical PeriodStructures.

S26.04684° E27.91428° Avoidance, conservation buffer, sitemonitoring. Phase 2 documentation &destruction permitting if impacted on.

General site monitoring by informed ECO.

S26.04602° E27.90931°

S26.04525° E27.90825°

Cemeteries.

S26.04631° E27.90927° Avoidance & redesign layout to avoid theheritage resource, 20m conservationbuffer, fence all burial places and applyaccess control, site monitoring, and sitemanagement plan implementation.

S26.06174° E27.91341°

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATION Grave Relocation Alternative: Relocation

of burials and documentation of site, fullsocial consultation with affected parties,possible conservation management andprotection measures. Subject toauthorizations and relevant permittingfrom heritage authorities and affectedparties.

Contemporary PeriodFeatures.

S26.04539° E27.91287°

No further heritage action required.General site monitoring by informed ECO.

S26.04524° E27.90920°S26.04742° E27.90866°S26.04801° E27.90744°S26.04946° E27.91435°S26.06815° E27.91048°S26.06367° E27.91045°S26.05009° E27.91167°S26.05573° E27.90858°

Religious meetingplace.

S26.06320° E27.91262°

No further heritage action required. It is suggested that local communities be

consulted with regards to religiousmeeting places in the project area andtheir possible social meanings.

S26.06296° E27.91433°S26.06429° E27.91479°S26.06349° E27.91599°S26.06451° E27.91278°S26.06493° E27.91323°S26.06640° E27.91267°S26.06537° E27.91011°

Geo-Technical The major geotechnical constraint on the site is the occurrence of fill material to an average of0,5m depth, and to a potential maximum depth of 1.5m. Zones 3 and 4 on Drawing No 112225-G01-001 delineate the expected extent of the area affected by fill material. The fill deposits occuracross an estimated 50ha or about 30% of the site area.

A further significant constraint is the occurrence of shallow groundwater which is caused by “springconditions” typical of areas underlain by granite. The area affected by shallow groundwaterappears to coincide with Zone 4 on Drawing No 112225-G01-001.

Dolerite dykes along unknown alignments extend across the area. Soils interpreted to be derivedfrom greenstone occurs across a small area. The conceptual areas shown to be underlain bydolerite and greenstones on Drawing No 112225-G01-001 are combined as Zone 3. The dykesand greenstone area are associated with relatively clayey soils that are of moderate potentialexpansiveness, and represent founding conditions that differ from the norm on this site.

Limited foundation treatment will be required across the entire site.

9.1 Fill materialThe area affected by fill material appears to be limited to two distinct zones (see Drg No 112225-G01-001), with an estimated total area of about 50ha. The fill is covered by a thin layer of soil.The base depth of the fill varies between 0.1m and 1.2m, with an average of 0.5m.

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONThe fill material in Zones 3 and 4 on Drawing No 112225-G01-001 must be removed to addressvariability in consistency. The presence of fill material containing such objects as plastic, wood,builder’s rubble, pipes and domestic waste is also not acceptable from a general developmentpoint of view.

As the removal of fill would significantly affect the land surface, it is recommended that the fill isremoved prior to site survey of civil engineering design purposes.

9.2 Shallow groundwater

The “spring conditions” or shallow groundwater in Zone 4 must be addressed by trenchesbackfilled with material suitable for the intended function, that would drain shallow groundwater tothe depth required to keep foundations dry. Such trenches would possibly be required for eachstand across Zone 4. Design of the trenches should be undertaken by the Civil Engineer, andshould allow drainage of the water past structures to a downslope exit point at surface.

Excavations for service trenches should be inspected by an engineering geologist during thePhase II township investigation to identify potential shallow groundwater areas that may not havebeen recognised during the investigation.

9.3 Foundations for structures

9.3.1 Zone 1, Zone 3 and Zone 4The same foundation solution can be used on Zone 1, Zone 3 and Zone 4. For Zone 3 and Zone4, the recommendation assumes that the fill material at surface has been removed.

Excavated soils in these zones are generally expected to be suitable for use in foundationpreparation and backfilling service trenches. For the variable conditions in hillwash and residualgranite in terms of consistency, the foundations should be constructed as follows: Remove insitu material below foundations to a depth and width of 1,5 times the foundation

width or to a competent horizon and replace with material compacted to 93% MOD AASHTOdensity at -1 % to+ 2% of optimum moisture content.

Construct normally with lightly reinforced strip footings and light reinforcement in masonry.

9.3.2 Zone 2

Potentially moderately expansive soils derived from dolerite and greenstone should be providedfor as follows:Found at convenient depth, and provide for Reinforced strip footings and Articulation joints at some internal and all external doors. Light reinforcement in masonry. Site drainage and service/plumbing precautions

9.4 Excavatability

The transported soils and residual granite and dolerite can be considered as ‘Soft Excavation’,according to SABS 1200D (1988).

SPECIALIST STUDY IMPACT IDENTIFICATIONVery limited blasting may be required for services trenches. However the hardpan ferricrete is ofvery dense to soft rock consistency and is hard to penetrate due to the absence of joints or “cracks”in the deposit.

Services Provision Responsibility in Infrastructure Provision

Due to the fact that the development is a municipal initiative, it is in its own interest to ensure thatthe required bulk infrastructure is in place to enable the development.

The City of Johannesburg responsibility is the provision of all bulk services, including the following: The provision of a new reservoir with the correct capacity for the final township requirements

and for the upgrades required of the water supply pipelines which connect the completeZandspruit Phase II development water reticulation network to the reservoir;

The construction of the new pump station to allow for connection of the Zandspruit Phase IIdevelopment sewer reticulation to the Waste Water Treatment Works.

The upgrades required to the Waste Water Treatment Works to accommodate additionalsewage.

2.1.2 Site Inspection

The EAP and specialist conducted a site visit and identified potential sensitive environments. These areas are then red-flaggedto be investigated further and excluded from development if necessary.

2.1.3 Technical / Desktop Studies

Technical and specialist reports such as the town planning memorandum, engineering service report, geo-technicalinvestigation and ecological assessment are used to identify those areas and aspects that may be impacted on.

2.1.4 Public Participation

Conducting public participation produces an issues list. Such a list needs to be screened for relevant impacts which then needto be addressed by specialist studies or identified for further investigation.

2.1.5 GDARD Policies, Review / Terms of Reference

GDARD C-Plan 3 as well as the policies provides the red flags that must be investigated by the specialists. Furthermore, theGDARD officials and the different sub-directorates within the department review the application and give comments to therelevant environmental officer. The issues identified are forwarded to the environmental consultant and these issues areaddressed or translated as impacts.

2.1.6 Environmental Aspects

The ISO 14001 international standard on environmental management systems defines ‘environmental aspects’ as elements ofan organisation’s activities, products or services that can interact with the environment.

Environmental assessment reports generally include a description of the proposed development for which the assessment isundertaken. The purpose of such a description is to provide the reader with an understanding of what the development involvesand thus indicate how the development may interact with the environment. Systematic identification of environmental aspectsis the first step to ensure a correct understanding of the development. Only once a development and the way in which it may

interact with the environment is correctly understood, can its actual and potential environmental consequences be correctlyidentified and evaluated.

2.1.6.1 Typical Environmental Aspects Associated With Township Development

A. Construction Phase

Construction camp o Site officeso Accommodation for construction workforceo Temporary sanitation facilitieso Cooking facilitieso Power supply (electricity / gas / biomass burning / other)o Potable water supply for drinking, personal hygiene and cookingo Access routeso Fencing

Equipment yards and laydown areas o Material and equipment stockpileso Storage and handling of hazardous substances (petrochemicals

and other hazardous substances)o Vehicle and equipment maintenance workshopso Vehicle and equipment wash bays

Access and hauling routes o Scraping / gradingo Storm water diversion ditches or bermso Erosion controlo Maintenance and repair of damage throughout construction

phaseo Closure and rehabilitation of temporary routes after construction

Clearance of site to facilitate accessand construction

o Vegetation clearanceo Demolition of buildings and other obstructions

Topsoil management o Strippingo Stockpilingo Importation to areas prior to revegetation

Installation of services o Roadso Power supply and reticulationo Water supply and reticulationo Storm water management systemo Waste transfer station / disposalo Sewage system / sewage treatmento Telecommunications

Construction of top structures / houses o Excavation for foundationso Drillingo Blastingo Earthworks to establish a level footprint areao Importation of fill materialo Disposal of spoil material

o Casting of foundationso Construction of aboveground structureo Construction of fences / boundary walls

Landscaping Stabilisation of slopes and erosion

preventiono Application of mulch or fabrico Stormwater ditches or berms and dissipation structureso Engineering solutions (i.e. gabions, gunite, etc.)

Movement of construction workforce, equipment and materials Vehicle and equipment refuelling, maintenance, and repairs during breakdowns Dust suppression Borrow pits and quarries Temporary storage and disposal of general waste Temporary storage and disposal of waste concrete and other construction rubble Temporary storage and disposal of hazardous waste Remediation or disposal of soils contaminated with lubricants, fuel or other chemicals

Concrete batching / mixing o Cement silos / store for cement bagso Aggregate stockpileso Water supply pointo Mixing areaso Chemicals added to concrete (i.e. retardes)o Temporary storage of waste concrete

Refuelling depot (consumerinstallation of petroleum tank/s)

o Bunding (structures for containment of spills)

Chemicals / lubricants / paints storage areas Veld and forest fire risk o Fires for heating and cooking at construction camp

o Burning of wasteo Burning of vegetation

B. Operation and Maintenance Phase

Top Structures / Housing Units o Free standing unitso Townhouseso Cluster houseso Duetso Flats / Apartments

Sewage System o Waterborne sewage system (flushing toilets)o Linked to municipal sewero Linked to own sewage treatment planto Linked to septic tank systemo Linked to french drain / soak-awayo Ventilation improved pit (VIP) toiletso Chemical toiletso Bucket systemo Other (provide details)

Water Supply and Reticulation o Source:o Local authority / municipality systemo Boreholeo Rainwatero Rivero Damo Point of Supply:o Individual house connectionso Individual yard tap connectionso Street standpipeso Hand pumpso Diesel pumpso Gravity-reticulated taps (i.e. from reservoir)o Tankero Water kiosko Vendoro Collection from river / damo Other (provide details)

Energy Supply o Sourceo Local authority electrical reticulation networko ESKOM (or alternative bulk supplier) reticulation networko Alternative sources:o Solar powero Generator (generally diesel)o Biomass burning (i.e. fuel wood, charcoal, gas, kerosene /

paraffin)

Lighting o Individual houseso Street lightingo Hi-mast floodlights

Waste Management o Collection / Removal:o Collection from individual housing unitso Collection from street collection pointso Collection from waste transfer stationo Destination:o Licensed landfill siteo Incinerationo Recycling facility

Transportation / Road Network o Internal Roadso Tar Road / Asphalt Roadso Gravel Roadso Dirt Road or Tracko Walkwayso Cycling Routes

Open Areas / Greenbelts o Parkso Playgrounds

o Rivers and floodplains / Wetlandso Ridges / koppies / mountainous areas

Sport / Recreation Facilities Public / Social services o Security checkpoints

o Perimeter Fencing / Wallo Markets and shopso Information Centreo Cemeteryo Libraryo Health careo Hospitalo Clinico Other (provide details)o Educational Institutionso Day care centreo Nursery schoolo Primary schoolo Secondary schoolo Tertiary institutiono Commercial and Business Activitieso Shopso Restaurantso Officeso Filling stationo Old age home / care centreo Fire stationo Police stationo Post officeo Municipal office / pay pointo Bankingo Magistrate courto Religious centres

2.2 ASSESSMENT OF IMPACTS

2.2.1 Definition of terms

Construction Phase All construction or related activities, from occupation by the contractor, until the contractor leavesthe site.

Operational Phase All activities related to and including the operation and maintenance of the proposed development.

Nature The type of effect the specific activity will have on the environment.

Extent Spatial scale of the impact.

Duration Lifetime of the impact.

Magnitude/ Intensity Degree/severity of impact.

Probability Degree of certainty of impacts.

2.2.2 Methodology

The significance of the identified impacts will be determined using the approach outlined below. The impact assessmentmethodology is guided by the requirements of the NEMA EIA Regulations (2014).

A. Definition of Terms

Construction Phase All construction or related activities, from occupation by the contractor, until the contractor leaves the site.

Operational Phase All activities related to and including the operation and maintenance of the proposed development.

Nature The type of effect the specific activity will have on the environment.

Extent Spatial scale of the impact.

Duration Lifetime of the impact.

Magnitude/ Intensity Degree/severity of impact.

Probability Degree of certainty of impacts.

B. Methodology

The significance of the identified impacts will be determined using the approach outlined below. The impact assessment methodology isguided by the requirements of the NEMA EIA Regulations (2014).

Parameters Description

NatureLikely to result in a negative/ detrimental impact (-)

Likely to result in a positive/ beneficial impact (+)

Significance Ranking MatrixTo determine the significance of each impact identified, the following ranking criteria were applied to each impact identified:

Ranking Magnitude Reversibility Extent Duration Probability

5 Very high /don’t know Irreversible International Permanent Certain/Inevitable

4 High Low potential forreversibility National Long term (impact ceases after

operational life of asset Almost certain

3 Moderate Moderate potential forreversibility Provincial Medium term Can occur

2 Low High potential forreversibility Local Short term Unusual but

possible

1 Minor Completely reversible Site bound Immediate Extremely remote

0 None None None

Significance = Consequence (Magnitude + Duration + Extent + Reversibility) X Probability wherein the following applies:

The Magnitude of the impact. This will be quantified as either:o Minor: will cause a minor impact on the environment.o Low: will cause a low impact on the environment.o Moderate: will result in the process continuing but in a controllable manner.o High: will alter processes to the extent that they temporarily cease.o Very High: will result in complete destruction and permanent cessation of process.

The Probability: which shall describe the likelihood of impact occurring and will be rated as follows:o Extremely remote: which indicates that the impact will probably not happen.o Unusual but Possible: distinct possibility occurrence.o Can Occur: there is a possibility of occurrence.o Almost Certain: Most likely to occur.o Certain/ Inevitable: impact will occur despite any measures put in place.

The Duration (Exposure): wherein it will be indicated whether:o The impact will be immediate.o The impact will be a short term (between 0-5 years).o The impact will be medium term (between 5-15 years).o The impact will be long term (15 years and more years).o The impact will be permanent.o Certain/ Inevitable: impact will occur despite any measures put in place.

The Reversibility/ Replaceability: degree to which the impact can be reversed or the lost resource replaced:o Irreversible: impact cannot be reversed.o Low potential for reversibility: low potential that impact might be reversed.o Moderate potential for reversibility: moderate potential that impact might be reversed.o High potential for reversibility: high potential that impact might be reversed.o Completely reversible: impact will be reversible.

The significance is described as:

Negligible The impact is non-existent or unsubstantial and is of no or little importance to any stakeholder and canbe ignored. < 20

Low

Impact is of a low order and therefore likely to have little real effect. In the case of adverse impacts:mitigation and/or remedial activity is either easily achieved or little will be required, or both. In the caseof beneficial impacts, alternative means for achieving this benefit are likely to be easier, cheaper, moreeffective, less time consuming, or some combination of these.

< 40

Moderate The impact is of importance to one or more stakeholders, and its intensity will be medium or high;therefore, the impact may materially affect the decision, and management intervention will be required. < 60

High

An impact which could influence the decision about whether or not to proceed with the projectregardless of any possible mitigation. In the case of adverse impacts: mitigation and/or remedial activityis feasible but difficult, expensive, time-consuming or some combination of these. In the case ofbeneficial impacts, other means of achieving this benefit are feasible but they are more difficult,expensive, time-consuming or some combination of these.

> 60

Cumulative Impact

Low Considering the potential incremental, interactive, sequential, and synergistic cumulativeimpacts, it is unlikely that the impact will result in spatial and temporal cumulative change.

Medium Considering the potential incremental, interactive, sequential, and synergistic cumulativeimpacts, it is probable that the impact will result in spatial and temporal cumulative change.

HighConsidering the potential incremental, interactive, sequential, and synergistic cumulativeimpacts, it is highly probable/definite that the impact will result in spatial and temporalcumulative change.

Irreplaceable loss ofresources

Low Where the impact is unlikely to result in irreplaceable loss of resources.

Medium Where the impact may result in the irreplaceable loss (cannot be replaced or substituted)of resources but the value (services and/or functions) of these resources is limited.

High Where the impact may result in the irreplaceable loss of resources of high value (servicesand/or functions).

Briefly describe and compare the potential impacts (as appropriate), significance rating of impacts, proposed mitigation andsignificance rating of impacts after mitigation that are likely to occur as a result of the construction phase for the variousalternatives of the proposed development. This must include an assessment of the significance of all impacts.

2.3 IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE

2.3.1. Air Quality Impact - Generation of dust as a result of vegetation clearing and earthworks.

Table 1. Summary of impact assessment showing the air quality impacts associated with vegetation clearance in the presenceand absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Moderate (3) Low (2)Reversibility High potential for reversibility (2) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Short term (2) Immediate (1)Probability Almost certain (4) Can occur (3)Significance 36 (Low) 21 (Low)

2.3.1.1. Recommendations for Mitigation

a) During construction, efforts should be made to retain as much natural vegetation as possible on the site to reducedisturbed areas and maintain plant cover, thus reducing dust and erosion risks.

b) The ambient air quality standard of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act must be complied with (GNR1210 of December 2009), specifically pertaining to particulate matter (PM10).

c) Dust suppression methods, such as wetting, must be applied. Water for dust control shall only be taken from approvedsources.

d) Material in transit should be loaded and contained within the load bin of the vehicle in such a way as to prevent anyspillage onto the roads and the creation of dust clouds. The bin of the vehicle shall be covered with a tarpaulin to preventdust.

e) Sand, stone and cement are to be stored in demarcated areas, and covered or sealed to prevent wind erosion andresultant deposition of dust on surrounding environment.

f) Some dust control measures which are normally applied during construction are presented in this section for inclusion bythe Contractor in his Dust Control Method Statement: Operate vehicles within speed limits, where no speed limit has been specified the limit shall be 20 km/h. Wash paved surfaces within the construction area twice a week. Minimise haulage distances. Apply water to gravel roads with a spraying truck when required. Environmentally friendly soil stabilisers may be used as additional measures to control duct on gravel roads and

construction areas. Dust suppression measures will also apply to inactive construction areas. (An inactive construction site is one on

which construction will not occur for a month or more). Construction material being transported by trucks must be suitably moistened or covered to prevent dust generation. Minimise disturbance of natural vegetation during right-of-way construction (e.g. transmission lines and erection of

fences) to reduce potential erosion, runoff, and air-borne dust.

2.3.2. Topography - Impact on prominent physical or landscape features with conservation potential due to the necessity forextensive earth works and civil requirements.

Table 2. Summary of impact assessment showing impacts associated with extensive earth works and civil requirements in thepresence and absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Very High (5) Moderate (3)Reversibility Low potential for reversibility (4) Moderate (3)

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationExtent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Long Term (4) Short term (2)Probability Almost Certain (4) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 64 (High) 20 (Low)


a) The site is characterised by relatively steep topography sloping generally eastwards towards the Zandspruit stream withan altitude range of 1471m to 1591m. The Zandspruit stream forms the eastern boundary of the study area and drains ina northward direction and flows into the Jukskei River. Adjacent to the south east boundary of the site, a wetland, or anarea characterised by groundwater seeping from the ground, was identified.

b) No ridges were identified in the study area.c) The Zandspruit stream and associated floodplains will be protected by means of a 30 meter conservation buffer where no

development is allowed.d) An Environmental Control Officer must monitor construction activities to ensure that damage to the physical aspects of

the site is restricted to the development footprint / demarcated area only. Demarcation of no-go areas is of importance.

2.3.3. Increased Erosion Risk – During the vegetation clearance and excavation process for the construction of the projectand associated infrastructure soil will be exposed which could lead to erosion. Sedimentation of the adjacent water coursemust be avoided as it will have adverse impacts on aquatic biota and the habitat.

Table 3. Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with erosion and sedimentation risks in thepresence and absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Low (2)Reversibility Low (4) High (2)Extent Local (2) Site bound (1)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Can Occur (3)Significance 48 (Moderate) 21 (Low)


a) No construction activities may occur within the water course or within 30 meters from the edge of the water course.b) During construction, areas susceptible to erosion must be protected by installing temporary or permanent drainage works

and energy dispersion mechanisms and could include: vegetation, mitre drains, drainage pipes, reno mattresses, benchesconsisting of sandbags, gabions, gabion mattresses, scarifying (ripping) area along the natural contours, and packingbranches and rocks in small gullies and disturbed areas.

c) Post-construction run-off should not exceed pre-construction run-off.d) All construction vehicles to remain within the construction site and avoid off road driving in order to minimise any impact

on vegetation and soil.e) Construction activities must preferably take place during the dry winter months to reduce the potential for erosion.f) Vegetation clearance must be kept to a minimum and stockpiles must be covered in excess windy conditions.g) No stockpiles or construction materials may be stored or placed within any drainage lines on site.

2.3.4. Soil – The proposed development will not be located on a geological unit or soil that is unstable, or that would becomeunstable as a result of the project. During the vegetation clearance and excavation process for the construction of the projectand associated infrastructure soil will be exposed which could lead to the following potential impacts:

Loss of soil integrity as a result of soil disturbance (e.g. topsoil stripping and trenching). Compaction of soil as a result of movement of people and vehicles over exposed soils. Contamination of soil resources through spills or leaks of asphalt, sewage, cement/concrete and other potential

contaminants, including possible indiscriminate disposal of solid waste and wastewater. There may be some erosion riskas a result of soil disturbance associated with the development during the construction phase.

Table 4. Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with soil disturbance, compaction andcontamination in the presence and absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Very High (5) Low (2)Reversibility Low (4) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Site bound (1)Duration Medium term (3) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Can occur (3)Significance Moderate ( Low) 18 21 (Low)


Soil Management and Stockpiling

a) All site construction activities / components, including access, site clearing, lay down areas, site camp and excavationactivities, shall be accommodated within the perimeter of the area earmarked for development. The area to be transformedshall be clearly demarcated and the size of the construction phase footprint shall be limited to the areas required for actualworks.

b) The detail of vegetation clearing shall be subject to the Construction Manager`s approval and shall occur in consultationwith the Environmental Control Officer.

c) Clearance of vegetation shall be restricted to that which is required to facilitate the execution of the works.d) No vegetation located outside the construction site shall be destroyed or damaged.e) Topsoil shall be stripped from all areas that are to be utilized during the construction period and where permanent

structures and access is required. These areas will include permanent works, pipeline trenches, stockpiles, access roads,construction camps and laydown areas. Topsoil shall be stripped after clearing of woody vegetation and before excavationor construction commences.

f) Topsoil must be stripped to a minimum depth of 150 mm and stockpiled on the demarcated topsoil stockpile areas.g) Herbaceous vegetation, overlying grass and other fine organic matter shall not be removed from the stripped soil.h) Any area to be used for stockpiling or material laydown shall be stripped of all topsoil.i) Stockpiling may only take place in designated areas indicated on the approved site layout plan. Sensitive areas shall be

avoided in this regard. Soil stockpiles shall be located away from drainage lines, watercourses and areas of temporaryinundation.

j) Stockpiles should not be higher than 1.5m.k) Temporary soil stockpiles must not be higher than 1,5 m (to avoid compaction) and the slopes of soil stockpiles shall not

be steeper than 1 vertical to 1,5 m horizontal. Stockpiles are to be turned monthly to ensure the seed bank is retained.l) No vehicles shall be allowed access onto the stockpiles after the topsoil has been placed.m) Stockpiled soil shall be protected by adequate erosion-control measures.n) Excavated subsoil, where not contaminated, must be used for backfilling and topsoil for landscaping and rehabilitation of

disturbed areas.o) Where topsoil has become mixed with subsoil or is not up to the original standard, new topsoil shall be provided by the

Contractor.p) As far as is reasonably practicable, existing roads must be used for access to the site.

Soil Contamination Mitigation Measures:a) Cement, fuels, oil and lubricants must be stored in a safe, clearly designated area of the construction terrain. Storage

areas should be bunded with a storage capacity of 110% of the maximum volume they will store and have a sump tocollect any spilled liquid.

b) Any spillage must be cleared immediately, by removing contaminated soil and dispose of at a licensed hazardous wastedisposal site. Waste manifests will be kept on record to prove legal disposal.

Handling and Batching of Concrete and Cement:a) Concrete batching shall only be conducted in demarcated areas which have been approved by the Project / Construction

Manager.b) Such areas shall be fitted with a containment facility for the collection of cement-laden water. This facility shall be bunded

and have an impermeable surface protection so as to prevent soil and groundwater contamination. Drainage of thecollection facility will be separated from any infrastructure that contains clean surface runoff.

c) The batching facility will not be placed in areas prone to floods or the generation of stagnant water.d) Hand mixing of cement and concrete shall be done on mortarboards and/or within the bunded area with impermeable

surface or concrete slab.e) Bulk and bagged cement and concrete additives will be stored in an appropriate facility at least 100m away from any

watercourse, gullies and drains. Empty cement bags should also be stored in this water tight facility until they can bedisposed of.

f) Waste water collected in the containment facility shall be left to evaporate. The Contractor shall monitor water levels toprevent overflows from the facility. Water can be pumped into sealed drums for temporary storage and must be disposedof as liquid hazardous waste. A certificate of disposal must be obtained to prove legal disposal.

g) All concrete washing equipment, such shovels, mixer drums, concrete chutes, etc. shall be done within the washoutfacility. Water used for washing shall be restricted as afar as practically possible.

h) Ready-mix concrete trucks are not allowed to wash out anywhere on site, only at the premises of the service provider.i) The Contractor shall periodically clean out hardened concrete from the wash-out facility or concrete mixer, which can

either be reused or disposed of as per accepted waste management procedures.j) Empty cement and bags, if temporarily stored on site, must be collected and stored in weatherproof containers. Used

cement bags may not be used for any other purpose and must be disposed of on a regular basis in accordance with theContractor`s solid waste management system. They may not be burnt or buried.

k) Sand and aggregates containing cement will be kept damp to prevent the generation of dust.l) Concrete and cement or any solid waste materials containing concrete and cement will be disposed of at a registered

disposal facility. Where disposal facilities for general waste are utilised, written consent from the relevant municipalitymust be obtained.

Handling, Storage and Management of Hazardous Substancesa) All hazardous materials/substances shall be stored in a secured, designated area that is fenced and has restricted entry.b) All storage shall take place using suitable containers to the approval of the Construction Manager.c) All hazardous liquids shall be located in a secure, demarcated area and an adequate bund wall (110% of the total volume

stored) shall be provided. The floor and wall of the bund area shall be impervious to prevent infiltration of any spilled/leakedliquids into the soil.

d) No possible spillages or accumulated storm water within this bunded area will be allowed to be flushed from the bund intothe surrounding area. All fluids accumulated within the bunded area shall be removed and disposed of.

e) Hazard signs indicating the nature of the stored materials shall be displayed on the storage facility or containmentstructure.

F) Weigh bills of hazardous substances shall be sourced from suppliers and kept on site for inspection by the ECO.g) The Contractor must provide a method statement detailing the hazardous substances that are to be used during

construction, as well as the storage, handling and disposal procedures for each substance. Emergency procedures in theevent of misuse or spillage that might negatively affect the environment must be specified.

2.3.5. Loss of Flora – Clearing of vegetation for construction – Specialist confirmed that the areas earmarked for constructiondo not accommodate any rare, threatened or endangered species, or sensitive habitats or any other specific features of specialconservation value.

Therefore, there is no risk of loss, destruction and/or disturbance of rare, threatened or endangered plant species orcommunities as a result of vegetation clearance.

Table 5. Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with potential loss of vegetation in the presenceand absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Low (2) Minor (1)Reversibility Moderate (3) High (2)Extent Site bound (1) Site bound (1)Duration Permanent (5) Long term (4)Probability Certain (5) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 55 (Moderate) 16 (Negligible)


a) Environmental management plan and adequate site controls and mitigation measures to be implemented by ECO andadhered to by contractors during the construction phase.

b) Development should be restricted to the transformed secondary grasslands or degraded habitats with medium-lowsensitivity.

c) Impacts to surrounding sensitive sites (water course) to be avoided.d) No construction activities may occur within the water course or within 30 meters from the edge of the water course.e) The Orange listed geophyte Hypoxis hemerocallidea must first be removed under the supervision of a qualified plant

ecologist before construction commences and then replanted in suitable natural areas elsewhere.f) All construction vehicles to remain within the construction site and avoid off road driving in order to minimise any impact

on vegetation and soil.g) Consider the selective trimming of branches to allow for free vehicle and pedestrian movement before opting to remove

any trees.h) Access to vegetated areas outside of the development footprint must be minimised by marking areas with orange plastic

mesh or hazard tape from the development.i) The Contractor shall identify and eradicate all declared alien and invasive plant species occurring on site.j) The detail of vegetation clearing shall be subject to the Construction Manager`s approval and shall occur in consultation

with the ECO.k) Clearance of vegetation shall be restricted to that which is required to facilitate the execution of the works.l) No vegetation located outside the construction site shall be destroyed or damaged.m) Before construction commences, all sensitive habitats, such as water courses and associated buffer areas must be clearly

demarcated with fencing or orange mesh netting. Barricading measures to be utilised should not restrict the movement ofthe fauna in the area.

n) Large trees to be retained or transplanted must be marked and protected against damage by construction activities.o) No fires may be ignited with the intent to destroy the flora on site and surrounding properties.

2.3.6. Habitat Loss (sensitive environments: Zandspruit stream and seepage area) – there will be no direct impact interms of habitat loss on sensitive areas. Indirect impact on the surrounding natural environment, particularly the water courseand conservation buffer, may result if development activities are conducted without mitigation measures and adequateenvironmental controls in place.

The Seep area is totally transformed due to the area being used for crop planting. A large number of alien invasive speciesare present within this unit which poses a huge threat to other natural ecosystems. In some areas houses have been built inthis area and are located on the clay soil. The croplands has disturbed the soil layer and the flow of subsurface water onto thecrops and towards the stream in the east is slowly drying out the area. That is also why a number of other terrestrial specieswere found to be present within this area. From a plant ecological point of view this area has no conservation value, but dueto the area being a seep its water storing function (although degraded) it is regarded as having a medium conservation andecosystem functioning value.

Table 6. Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with potential loss of sensitive habitat in thepresence and absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Low (2)Reversibility Low potential (4) Moderate potential (3)Extent Local (1) Local (1)Duration Permanent (5) Short term (2)Probability Certain (5) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 70 (High) 16 (Negligible)


a) Environmental management plan and adequate site controls and mitigation measures to be implemented by ECO andadhered to by contractors during the construction phase.

b) Development should be restricted to the transformed secondary grasslands or degraded habitats with medium-lowsensitivity.

c) No construction activities may occur within the water course or within 30 meters from the edge of the water course.a) Before construction commences, all sensitive habitats, such as water courses and associated buffer areas must be clearly

demarcated with fencing or orange mesh netting. Barricading measures to be utilised should not restrict the movement ofthe fauna in the area.

b) All alien vegetation should be eradicated within the study site over a five-year period.

2.3.6.2 Alteration of Water Course / Seepage area - Impact on drainage patterns due to road and pipeline crossings(Excavations / Trenching/ Road Construction.

Changes to natural drainage patterns and/or stream flow through impoundments, blockages, narrowing, widening, diversionor channeling of flow channel/s. Earthworks in the vicinity of watercourse and seepage areas leading to increased runoff andaltered runoff patterns.

The movement of water across the site within the seepage area will be modified during infrastructure development activities.Currently, sub-surface water flow towards the low-lying Zandspruit.

According to the specialist wetland report, the Seep area is totally transformed due to the area being used for crop planting. Alarge number of alien invasive species are present within this unit which poses a huge threat to other natural ecosystems. Insome areas houses have been built in this area and are located on the clay soil. The croplands has disturbed the soil layerand the flow of subsurface water onto the crops and towards the stream in the east is slowly drying out the area. That is alsowhy a number of other terrestrial species were found to be present within this area. From a plant ecological point of view th isarea has no conservation value, but due to the area being a seep its water storing function (although degraded) it is regardedas having a medium conservation and ecosystem functioning value.

Table 6.1 Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with alteration of water course / seepage areain the presence and absence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Moderate (3) Moderate (3)Reversibility Low potential (4) Moderate potential (3)Extent Local (1) Local (1)Duration Permanent (5) Medium term (3)Probability Certain (5) Can Occur (3)Significance 65 (Moderate - High) 30 (Low)


The constructions of pipelines in or adjacent to the water course buffer zone should be aligned and managed so as tominimise disturbance of the riparian zone and instream habitats.

For natural watercourses, the original geometry, topography and geomorphology in both cross-sectional and longitudinalprofile should be reinstated.

Where crossings are unavoidable, areas must be suitably rehabilitated and it must be ensured that flow connectivity alongthe drainage features is maintained.

Soils removed in the seepage area must be excavated and stored as close as possible to the excavation area but outsideof the 1:100 year flood line area of the watercourse. After construction has been completed these areas must berehabilitated. Specifically the soils in the area must be replaced in the same order than in which it was excavated.

For controlling sediment input into the watercourse the use of hay bales packed in rows across diversions and active flowareas could limit sedimentation inputs and buffer the pH. Such bales will need to be removed and disposed of afterconstruction.

All construction materials should be removed from the watercourse and riparian zone immediately after construction atthe site is completed.

Disturbed areas of the riparian zone should be re-vegetated using either a specified seed mix and/or appropriateindigenous trees where necessary.

Ripping of temporary access and construction roads in the riparian zone should be undertaken in order to assist withnatural vegetation re-establishment and the control of bank erosion.

All coffer dams, causeway and construction materials should be removed from the non-perennial drainage linesimmediately after construction at the site is completed.

All development footprint areas should remain as small as possible and should not encroach onto surrounding moresensitive riparian areas.

2.3.7. Direct Faunal Impacts – there will be no direct impact on fauna on the development footprint, as the area is alreadydisturbed and largely transformed. Indirect impact on the surrounding natural environment and its fauna may result ifdevelopment activities are conducted without mitigation measures and adequate environmental controls in place.

At a local (Zandspruit) scale the study area comprises limited suitable habitat for remaining animal species especially withinthe transformed and degraded grasslands and seasonally inundated seepage wetlands. The old agricultural lands or secondarysuccession grasslands and sand mining areas on the northern, central, southern and south-eastern portions of the site aredominated by transformed habitats that no longer comprise the natural vegetation, and have limited conservation value. Thisis due to extensive habitat transformation and degradation as well as fragmentation due to existing roads. These areas areideally suitable for the proposed development. Development should ideally be situated adjacent to existing roads, electricity,and bulk water and sewerage infrastructure.

Table 7. Summary of ecological assessment showing the impacts associated with potential loss of fauna in the presence andabsence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Low (2) Minor (1)Reversibility Irreversible (5) Moderate (3)Extent Site bound (1) Site bound (1)Duration Short (2) Short term (2)Probability Certain (5) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 50 (Moderate) 14 (Negligible)


a) Destruction of the transformed habitats on the site will have an impact of medium-low; short-long term impact on remaininganimal species on the site (associated fauna) if environmentally sensitive practices are implemented throughout all stagesof the proposed development. During construction activities, wherever possible, work should be restricted to one area ata time. This will give smaller birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians an opportunity to move into undisturbed areasclose to their natural habitat.

b) Palisade fencing with adequate gaps is recommended for the conserved open space around the seasonally inundatedseepage wetlands and valley bottom wetlands on the site. A migratory palisade fence with a minimum of 15cm gapsshould be erected adjacent to the Zandspruit and Egoli Granite Grassland allowing for the movements of animals.

c) In case of observation of any species during construction phase, an experienced person should be consulted to deal withtranslocation of such species. No killing or attempt to translocate species should be undertaken by contractors. An expertwho holds a Competency Certificate to handle Dangerous and Venomous Reptiles should be contracted to remove anysnakes.

d) The collection, hunting or harvesting of animals is strictly forbidden.e) Impacts to surrounding sensitive sites (water course) to be avoided.f) The Contractor or Contractor’s Environmental Officer should monitor trenches/excavations at the start and end of each

working day to check if any small animals are trapped.g) On no account shall any hunting or fishing activity of any kind be allowed. This includes the setting of traps, or the killing

of any animal caught in construction works.

2.3.8. Stormwater Runoff - Impact of uncontrolled storm water on the surrounding environment.

Table 8. Summary of assessment showing the impacts associated with storm water runoff in the presence and absence ofmitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Minor (1)Reversibility Moderate potential for reversibility (3) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Site bound (1)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 44 (Moderate) 12 (Negligible)


Stormwater ManagementThe Contractor shall be aware that, apart from runoff from overburden emplacements and stock piles, storm water can also becontaminated from batch plants, workshops, vehicle wash-down pads, etc., and that contaminants during construction mayinclude hydrocarbons from fuels and lubricants, sewerage from employee ablutions and excess fertiliser from rehabilitated

areas, etc. The Contractor shall take note that discharges to controlled waters such as watercourses and groundwater or tosewerage systems are controlled under South African Water Legislation. The following specific measures are required:

a) Temporary drainage must be established on site during the construction period until permanent drainage is in place.Contractors are responsible for maintaining the temporary drainage in their areas. Contractors must provide secondarydrainage that prevents erosion.

b) Post-construction run-off should not exceed pre-construction run-off.c) Storm water leaving the site downstream must be clean and of the same quality as in situ before it enters the construction

site (upstream). Preconstruction measures must be in place to ensure sediments are trapped.d) Contractors must employ good housekeeping in their areas to prevent contamination of drainage water.e) The Contractor shall clear stagnant water.f) The Contractor shall ensure that no contaminated surface water flows off-site as a result of Contractor operations. Silt

traps shall be constructed to ensure retention of silt on site and cut-off ditches shall be constructed to ensure no runofffrom the site except at points where slit traps are provided. The Contractor shall be responsible for checking andmarinating all silt traps for the duration of the project.

g) If applicable, the Contractor shall be responsible for collection, management, and containment within the site boundariesof all dewatering from all general site preparation activities. The dewatering water shall be contained within the siteboundaries by sequentially pumping or routing water to and from sub-area within the site as the construction activitiesprecede. No discharge/dewatering to off-site land or surface water bodies will be allowed.

h) On-site drainage shall be accomplished through gravity flow. The surface drainage system shall consist of mild overlandslopes, ditches, and culverts. The graded areas adjacent to buildings shall be sloped away with a 5 %. Other areas shallhave a minimum slope of 0.2% or as otherwise indicated.

i) Ditches shall be designed to carry a 25-year storm event with velocities in accordance to minimise erosion. Erosionprotection shall consist of suitable stabilising surfaces in all ditches.

j) Culverts shall be designed to ensure passage of the 50-year storm peak runoff flow.

2.3.9. Surface and Groundwater: Contamination - Impact of contaminated storm water discharge into the environment.Ground water contamination may occur during the construction phase as a result of negligence, inappropriate planning, lackof supervision and general handling errors. Pollutants include hydrocarbons i.e. diesel or hydraulic oils from constructionmachinery, stored fuels and cement in solution and leaching of pollutants. Contaminated discharges may reach sensitiveecosystems. If the accumulation of pollutants is significant, certain flora and fauna species may be impacted upon.

Table 9. Summary of assessment showing the impacts associated with storm water runoff in the presence and absence ofmitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Moderate (3) Minor (1)Reversibility Moderate potential for reversibility (3) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Site bound (1)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 40 (Moderate - Low) 12 (Negligible)


a) No construction activities may occur within the water course or within 30 meters from the edge of the drainage course.b) Fuels and chemicals used during the construction phase must be stored safely on site and in bunded areas. Fuel and

chemical storage containers must be inspected to ensure that any leaks are detected early.c) Erosion and sedimentation into water bodies must be minimised through effective stabilisation (such as silt traps, gabions

and Reno mattresses).

d) Reinforce soil slopes to minimise erosion during rehabilitation (as needed, and once construction in a specific area hasceased).

e) Perform periodic inspections and maintenance of soil erosion measures and stormwater control structures.f) Monitor construction equipment and machinery daily to ensure that no fuel spillage takes place.g) Spilled fuel, oil or grease must be retrieved where possible, and the contaminated soil removed, cleaned and replaced.h) Contaminated soil must be collected by the Contractor and disposed of at a registered waste facility designated for this

purpose.i) The contractor shall be responsible for providing all sanitary arrangements for his labour force. A minimum of one chemical

toilet shall be provided per 10 persons. Waste resulting from the use of chemical toilets shall be disposed of at a licensedWWTW. The construction site is to be maintained in a sanitary condition and all toilet facilities shall be maintained in goodorder. Abluting anywhere other than in the toilets shall not be permitted.

j) Waste manifests will be kept on record to prove legal disposal.k) Use of chemicals - The mixing of any herbicides, solvents, asphalt, sealants, adhesives, paints, chemicals or other noxious

materials shall only be undertaken in designated areas on aprons that have spillage control channels and separate storageareas. The mixing of materials will not be permitted in the general areas of the site. All surplus or waste materials are tobe removed from the site.

l) Mixing of cement - Where cement/concrete, etc. is mixed on site, this shall be done in specified areas on aprons or onprotective plastic linings and provision shall be made to contain spillage or overflows onto soils. Residue shall be regardedas waste and be handled accordingly.

2.3.10. Noise - Excessive noise levels as a result of construction activities.

Table 10. Summary of noise assessment showing the impacts associated with construction activities in the presence andabsence of mitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Moderate (3) Low (2)Reversibility Moderate potential for reversibility (3) Moderate potential for reversibility (3)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Can occur (3)Significance 40 (Moderate) 27 (Low)


a) The contractor shall take into consideration that the project area are located within a residential environment and thatnoise could be a major disturbance/nuisance for residents.

b) Construction activities to take place within the prescribed working hours. Construction activities must be limited to thedaylight hours between 7:00am and 5:30pm weekdays; 7:00am and 1:30pm on Saturdays. No construction activitiesmust take place on Sunday or Public Holidays.

c) Noise preventative measures (e.g. screening, muffling, timing, pre-notification of affected parties) to be employed.d) All construction vehicles must be serviced on a frequent basis as a means of limiting excessive noise levels.e) The contractor must ensure the silencers of all construction vehicles and machinery is working.f) A grievance procedure will be established whereby noise complaints can be received, recorded and responded to

appropriately.

2.3.11. Construction Traffic

Table 11. Summary of assessment showing the impacts associated with construction traffic in the presence and absence ofmitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Low (2)Reversibility Moderate potential for reversibility (3) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Almost certain (4) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 44 (Moderate) 16 (Negligible)


a) Vehicles are not permitted to leave access roads.b) Turning of vehicles should only take place within a clearly demarcated "turn area" located within the approved construction

footprint.c) The Contractor must co-ordinate the loading and offloading of material during the construction phase so as to ensure that

vehicular movement is in one direction only at any on time and that side-tracks are not created on the site.d) Vehicles should only be parked within designated parking areas as demarcated on the site layout plan.e) Construction activities to take place within the prescribed working hours. Construction activities must be limited to the

daylight hours between 7:00am and 5:30pm weekdays; 7:00am and 1:30pm on Saturdays. No construction activities musttake place on Sunday or Public Holidays.

f) The construction site must be fenced off to prohibit unauthorized access.g) All access to site must be strictly controlled.h) All deliveries to the site should occur as far as possible out of peak traffic times.i) All road safety precautions must be complied with.j) If any work is required that would cause disruption to the road traffic this must be carried out outside of peak traffic times

and the roads must be clearly marked so that motorists are aware of any lane closures.

2.3.12. Aesthetics - Reduction in visual quality due to construction activities.

Table 12. Summary of assessment showing the impacts associated with construction traffic in the presence and absence ofmitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Moderate (3) Minor (1)Reversibility Low potential for reversibility (4) Moderate potential for reversibility (3)Extent Site bound (1) Site bound (1)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Certain (5) Can occur (3)Significance 50 (Moderate) 21 (Low)


a) The Contractor shall not establish any activities which, in the opinion of the ECO, are likely to adversely affect the scenicquality of the area. The ECO May direct the Contractor to refrain from such activities or to take ameliorative actions toreduce the adverse effects of such activities.

b) No painting or marking of natural features shall take place. Marking for surveying and other purposes shall only be donewith pegs and beacons.

c) The contractor shall ensure that all temporary structures, equipment, materials, waste and facilities used for constructionactivities are removed upon completion of the project.

d) On-going housekeeping to maintain a tidy construction area.

e) The site will be shielded / screened to minimise the visual impact, where practicable.f) Construction camp to be positioned so as to minimize its visual impacts.g) After the construction phase, the areas disturbed must be rehabilitated by appropriate landscaping, levelling, topsoil

dressing, land preparation, alien plant eradication and vegetation establishment.h) Monitor the re-growth of invasive vegetative material.i) Vegetation should be cut only if absolutely necessary.j) The clearing of all sites should be kept to a minimum and surrounding vegetation should be left intact.k) Trees and all woody shrubs should be protected from damage to provide a natural visual shield. Excavated material

should not be placed on such plants and movement across them should not be allowed as far as practical.l) No construction rubble, construction material, refuse, litter or any other material not found naturally in the surroundings

should be allowed at any time to be lying around on the construction site. Store all construction rubble, refuse and litter ina skip prior to disposal. Store building material in a container.

2.3.13. Impacts on Heritage Resources - This impact relates to potential effects construction activities may have on existingarchaeological artefacts (if any). Impact on structures and sites of architectural heritage and value (buildings, bridges etc.).Impact on structures and sites of cultural heritage (stonewalls, kraals etc.). Impact on structures and sites of historic heritage(battlefields etc.). Impact on sites of archaeological or palaeontological importance (prehistoric, Iron-age etc.). Impact on sitesused in traditional rituals or events. Impact on sites or areas of religious or spiritual significance (holy places, graveyards etc.).Impact on integrity of cultural resources. Impact on level of disturbance due to improved access (destruction, vandalism,collectors etc.).

Table 13. Summary of HIA showing impacts associated with development in the presence and absence of mitigation measures.Ranking Without Mitigation With Mitigation

Magnitude Very High (5) Low (2)Reversibility Low (4) High (2)Extent Site Bound (1) Site Bound (1)Duration Permanent (5) Immediate (1)Probability Almost Certain (4) Unusual Bout Possible (2)Significance 60 (Moderate-High) 12( Negligible)


a) Historical Period Structures Avoidance, conservation buffer, site monitoring. Phase 2 documentation & destruction permitting if impacted on.General site monitoring by informed ECO.

b) Cemeteries Avoidance & redesign layout to avoid the heritage resource, 20m conservation buffer, fence all burial places and

apply access control, site monitoring, and site management plan implementation. Grave Relocation Alternative: Relocation of burials and documentation of site, full social consultation with affected

parties, possible conservation management and protection measures. Subject to authorizations and relevantpermitting from heritage authorities and affected parties.

c) Contemporary Period Features. No further heritage action required. General site monitoring by informed ECO.

d) Religious meeting place. No further heritage action required. It is suggested that local communities be consulted with regards to religious meeting places in the project area and

their possible social meanings.

e) If an artefact on site is uncovered, work in the immediate vicinity shall be stopped immediately. The Contractor shall takereasonable precautions to prevent any person from removing or damaging any such article and shall immediately upondiscovery inform the engineer of such a discovery. The South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) are to becontacted and will appoint an archaeological consultant. Work may only resume once clearance is given in writing by thearchaeologist.

f) Graves and middens: If a grave or midden is uncovered on site, or discovered before the commencement of work, allwork in the immediate vicinity of the graves/middens shall be stopped and the ECO informed of the discovery. The NationalMonuments Council should be contacted and in the case of graves, arrangements made for an undertaker to carry outexhumation and reburial. The undertaker will, together with the National Monuments Council, be responsible for attemptsto contact family of the deceased and for the site where the exhumed remains can be re-interred.

g) No person may, without a permit issued by SAHRA or a provincial heritage resources authority –h) Destroy, damage, alter, exhume or remove from its original position or otherwise disturb the grave of a victim of conflict,

or any burial ground or part thereof which contains such graves;i) Destroy, damage, alter, exhume, remove from its original position or otherwise disturb any grave or burial ground older

than 60 years which is situated outside a formal cemetery administered by a local authority.

2.3.14. Waste - Land, air and water pollution through poor waste management practices. Use of veld for ablution purposes.

Table 14. Summary of assessment showing impacts associated with waste in the presence and absence of mitigationmeasures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Minor (1)Reversibility High potential for reversibility (2) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Site bound (1) Site bound (1)Duration Short term (2) Short term (2)Probability Certain (5) Can Occur (3)Significance 45 (Moderate) 18 (Negligible)


a) No ablution facilities to be positioned within identified sensitive areas.b) Sufficient ablution facilities to be provided at the Construction Camp and along construction servitude.c) Suitable litter receptacles to be positioned strategically across the site at all working areas.d) Waste must be separated at source (e.g. containers for glass, paper, metals, plastics, organic waste and hazardous

wastes).e) The Contractor shall dispose of all refuse generated on site or from the activities of construction or its related activities.

The contractor shall on a weekly basis dispose of all refuse at an approved refuse disposal site. Proof of disposal mustbe kept on record.

f) Littering by the workers is prohibited. Clearly marked litterbins must be provided on site.g) The entire site will be cleared of construction material, metal, tins, glass bottles, and food packaging or any other type of

empty container or waste material or waste equipment used by the construction team on a daily basis.h) Waste material that may harm man or animals should be removed immediately.i) No hazardous materials, e.g. oil, diesel and fuel should be disposed of in the veld. Any diesel, oil or petrol spillages are

to be collected and stored in specially marked containers and disposed of at a permitted waste disposal site and must betreated as hazardous waste.

j) No refuse or litter is allowed to be burnt or buried on site.k) The recycling of all waste is to be encouraged of both the contractor and staff.l) All vehicle parking areas and vehicle servicing areas are to be inspected carefully for diesel, oil and other spillages weekly.

All vehicles to be parked over trip trays.

m) Excess spoil material should be disposed of at a location identified by the Contractor and approved by the Engineer andECO. Where possible spoil should be used to fill, shape and rehabilitate borrow pits.

2.4 IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE OPERATIONAL PHASE

2.4.1. Impact of stormwater runoff.

Increase in stormwater run-off due to increase in built-up areas (buildings, roads etc.). Negative effects associated withimpervious surface runoff include:

Increased stormwater velocities Higher water volumes Transportation of pollutants Erosion and sedimentation of streams Lack of ground infiltration Increased stormwater temperatures

Zandspruit Phase II, in general, has no formal stormwater system as majority of the site is undeveloped. “Rivulets” of domesticwaste water and possibly sewage water occur across the southern informal settlement area. This water may in part representgroundwater emanating from springs, but based on satellite imagery, generally appears to be associated with runoff from taps.

Table 15. Summary of assessment showing impacts associated with storm water runoff in the presence and absence ofmitigation measures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Very High (5) Moderate (3)Reversibility Low (4) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Permanent (5) Permanent (5)Probability Certain (5) Can occur (3)Significance 80 (High) 36 (Low)


o Site Attenuation

o The runoff associated with the development is to be attenuated such that the predevelopment flows for the 1 in 5 year aswell as the 1 in 25 year storm events are not exceeded. The attenuation structure must be capable of withstanding the 1in 50 year storm event. Therefore, attenuation ponds may be required for each of the catchment areas and shall belocated outside of the 100 year flood lines.

o In order to size the attenuation structure, the principle of continuity is applied. This means the difference between thesum of the inflows and the sum of the outflows that enter and leave a defined spaces should be equal to the rate of changein the volume of the fluid contained within the space. This was done by producing hydrographs for pre-development andpost-development flows for a return period of 1:50 using the Rational Method. The attenuation volume was calculated inorder to ensure the change in volume from the pre-development flow to the post development flow was contained.

o Alternatively if the required space for the attenuation pond cannot be obtained on site, provision will have to be madethrough energy dissipation methods to reduce the peak flow of stormwater on the site to the pre development flows.

o The proposed stormwater system consists of numerous kerb inlets and underground stormwater pipes. These pipenetworks shall be connect to the attenuation pond and discharge into the river at the same rate as the pre-developmentflows.

o Stormwater Management Conditions for Discharge into a Stream - Discharge of stormwater into a stream shall be atthe discretion of the Johannesburg Parks Department (JPD) and shall be subject to at least the following conditions: The discharge water shall be routed through an energy dissipating structure or stilling basin such that the velocity of

the discharge water is reduced to a value between 0,8 m/s and 1,0 m/s (or less) depending on the soil conditions atthe point of discharge; it is up to the designer to substantiate the design parameters by submitting soil test results;

The energy dissipating structure shall be constructed in such a way that it will accommodate flow conditions in thestream, depending on the level of discharge;

The outlet structure shall be provided with an appropriate upstream apron dipped against the direction of flow as wellas a key on the downstream side;

The energy dissipating elements shall be positioned such that the anticipated flow for a 1 in 25 year event in thestream is not interfered with;

Texturing of the outlet structure elements that extend beyond the 1 in 25 year event is to be provided such thatnearest compatibility with the natural watercourse is achieved;

The angle of discharge will not be greater than 30º relative to the average direction of flow established over a distanceof 20 m upstream of the point of discharge;

The resultant gradient between the point of discharge in the direction of flow and that of the bed of the stream shallsuch that it complies with the velocity restriction stated above;

Segmented material used in the outlet structure shall be adequately anchored; Existing vegetation shall be reinstated where disturbed during construction; Surplus building and other foreign materials shall be removed at completion of the construction.

o Install silt and litter traps as part of the Stormwater Management System, where required. The silt and litter traps must bemonitored and well maintained (i.e. regularly cleaned etc.). Maintenance requirements should be included in theStormwater Management Plan. Erosion and sedimentation into water bodies must be minimised through effectivestabilisation (such as silt traps, gabions and Reno mattresses) and re-vegetation of any disturbed areas.

o During operation, areas susceptible to erosion must be protected by installing permanent drainage works and energydispersion mechanisms and could include: vegetation, mitre drains, drainage pipes, reno mattresses, benches consistingof sandbags, gabions, gabion mattresses, scarifying (ripping) area along the natural contours, and packing branches androcks in small gullies and disturbed areas.

2.4.2. Waste - Impacts due to management of solid and liquid wastes disposed of on the site during operational phase.

Table 16. Summary of assessment showing impacts associated with waste in the presence and absence of mitigationmeasures.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude High (4) Low (2)Reversibility High potential for reversibility (2) High potential for reversibility (2)Extent Site bound (1) Site bound (1)Duration Permanent (5) Permanent (5)Probability Almost certain (4) Unusual but possible (2)Significance 48 (Medium) 20 (Low)


a) The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality will collect, transport and dispose waste materials. The CoJMM willprovide containers / black refuse bins for general waste and will be lifted once a week. Compaction vehicles or rear-endloaders will collect and dispose of at appropriately registered and licensed waste disposal facilities.

b) Promote waste reduction, re-use, and recycling opportunities on site during the operation phase.c) No burying or burning of waste will be allowed.

2.4.3. Increased Access and Human Presence - Direct and indirect impacts of the development include increased accessand human presence into the area as well as neighboring properties. Increased human pressure and activities in thesedegraded habitats could result in further environmental degradation if environmentally sensitive practices are not followed andmaintained throughout all stages of the development.

Table 17. Summary of assessment showing impacts associated with increased access and human presence.Ranking Without Mitigation With Mitigation

Magnitude High (4) Low (2)Reversibility Low (4) Moderate (3)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Permanent (5) Permanent (5)Probability Almost certain (4) Can occur (3)Significance 60 (Moderate High) 36 (Low)


a) Unit 9 (Natural grassland) is typical Egoli Granite Grassland (EGG) and comprises an area of 7 ha. The vegetation showssigns of previous and current disturbance by humans with various footpaths and some smaller buildings found in someplaces. This unit has, as it typical of EGG, a very high species richness with 76 different plant species (excluding the alieninvaders) identified. Most of these species are climax species indicative of the stable condition the vegetation is in. Theunit has no linkage with any natural vegetation in the west, north or south, however it is directly linked to the stream (unit7) and the Hyparrhenia hirta-Themeda triandra grassland (unit 10) in the east. This unit has from a plant ecological andecosystem functioning point of view a high conservation value and supports a high number of plant and animal species.

b) The conservation and correct management of any remaining primary Egoli Granite grasslands as well as the Zandspruitand a 32m grassland buffer zone should ensure the conservation of this sensitive areas. The formation of a private openspace (including the Zandspruit and adjacent seepage wetland and a 32m rehabilitated grassland buffer zone)interconnected with a biological corridor stretching to the north and south could result in a positive impact for remainingmammal populations, if adequate conservation measures are implemented. The fencing off of the entire conserved privateopen space, prevention of increased human presence and disturbances including illegal dumping, hunting and poachingactivities as well as the implementation of a natural fire regime programme could result in increased smaller mammal,reptile and amphibian populations.

c) Palisade fencing with adequate gaps is recommended for the conserved open space around the seasonally inundatedseepage wetlands and valley bottom wetlands on the site. A migratory palisade fence with a minimum of 15cm gapsshould be erected adjacent to the Zandspruit and Egoli Granite Grassland allowing for the movements of animals.

d) Remaining indigenous trees (naturally occurring in the area) should be retained wherever possible. Gardens orlandscaped areas around the proposed development should be planted with indigenous (preferably using endemic orlocal species from the area) grasses, forbs, shrubs and trees, which are water wise and require minimal horticulturalpractices.

e) Individual property owners should be encouraged to plant indigenous non-invasive plants. The attention of propertyowners must be drawn to the most recent Declared Weeds List (2001) in the Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act43 of 1983 and the associated penalties and prohibitions. Horticultural activities such as fertilisers, herbicide and pesticiderunoff, increase in alien vegetation and weedy species, dumping of refuge and building material must be strictly managedand be environmentally sensitive and should meet the following requirements: Limited to building environs and limited areas of proposed development. Limited irrigation by water-wise gardening (use local plants adapted to local conditions). Strict fertiliser, pesticide and herbicide control (limited usage) Invertebrate pests on the site should be controlled in the following manner: No insecticides or pesticides should be used and rather controlled by natural predators. Reduction of weed and erosion by minimum tillage gardening practices (groundcovers and mulching better in all

respects).

No dumping of any materials in undeveloped open areas and neighboring properties especially the water course andassociated conservation buffer.

2.5 NO GO

2.5.1. No-Go Alternative - The No - Go alternative is the option of not implementing the activities. This implies that the site beleft as is and that no development be done

This option has the following potential negative impacts:

The proposed project objectives will not materialise; which implies a significant loss of opportunity for the development ofthe site and creation of a safe living environment for the community who will be living in the township development.

No tenure and asset security. No access to essential infrastructural services such as energy, potable water, sanitation, communications and access. No enhanced social services access. No human and social capital development. The potential to provide housing, which appears to be in accord with the prevailing land use regime in the area and the

City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality’s desired urban form and patterns for the region, will be lost. Many direct and indirect spin-off benefits, such as job creation, capacity building, rates for the municipality and the

upgrading of supply of services will not be realised. Invasive vegetation would probably continue to spread in areas where land is vacant and not actively used in its entirety. If not developed, the site will derive no income and will not contribute to the services and total income of the area. Illegal squatters are becoming increasingly interested in using this site and are posing more of a threat to local inhabitants.

They are setting up temporary structures on unsupervised areas of the site that are well hidden. If this continuesunchecked, it may spread and the land may become unmanageable.

Table 18. Summary of assessment showing impacts associated with the no-go alternative.

Ranking Without Mitigation With MitigationMagnitude Very High (5) Very High (5)Reversibility Moderate (3) Irreversible (5)Extent Local (2) Local (2)Duration Medium (3) Permanent (5)Probability Certain (5) Certain (5)Significance 65 (High) Negative 85 (High) positive/beneficial impact


Development as proposed - The activity is the formalisation and expanding of the Zandspruit informal settlement andintegrate the settlement with existing and envisaged developments neighbouring the settlement. The project is in line withthe basic urban development principles of the Spatial Development Framework and Growth Management Strategy for theZandspruit Region located in Administrative Region C of Johannesburg.

The current proposal with residential, community facilities, businesses, education, public open space and municipalservices components is considered to be the most appropriate, both in terms of land use planning, the needs of theapplicant and the community.

List any specialist reports that were used to fill in the above tables. Such reports are to be attached in the appropriate Appendix. Enviroguard Ecological Services CC. (2016). An Ecological Report on the Fauna, Flora and Wetlands/Streams:

Proposed Zandspruit Township Development on Portions 16, 22, 23,26, 42,51,55,56,59,67,68,72, 73, 76, 104,105,144,160 & Holding 43 of the farm Zandspruit 191-IQ. Heidelberg.

o The study was undertaken by Prof. LR Brown (PhD UP) and Mr. CL Cook (MSc UP) Prof. They are registered asProfessional Natural Scientists with the following details:

o Prof LR Brown: Reg. No. 400075/98 (Botanical Science and Ecological Science).o Mr C Cook: Reg. No. 400084/08 (Zoological Science).

Exigo Sustainability (Pty) Ltd. (2016). Archaeological Impact Assessment (AIA) of Areas Demarcated for the ProposedZandspruit Township Establishment on Portions 16, 22, 23, 26, 42, 51, 55, 56, 59, 67, 68, 72, 73, 76, 104, 105, 144and 160 of The Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ and Holding 43 Sonendal A.H, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng Province.Pretoria.

Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016). Zandspruit Phase II - Services Report. Sandton Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016). Zandspruit II Geotechnical Investigation. Pretoria Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016). Socio-Economic – Macro-Economic Feasibility Study. Pretoria

Refer to Appendix G.

Describe any gaps in knowledge or assumptions made in the assessment of the environment and the impacts associated withthe proposed development.

Assumptions

In undertaking this BAR, it has been assumed that:

o All requirements from the local authority will be met by the proponent as a separate undertaking to the EIA process;o The information provided by the proponent and the project planning team / specialists is accurate and discloses all

information relevant to EIA, proposed project and possible impacts.o Where supporting or baseline information was unavailable, a precautionary approach is adopted.

Gaps in Knowledge

All specialist studies are conducted to certain levels of confidence, but in all instances known methodologies have beenused and confidence levels are generally high. This means that in most cases the situation described in the pre-constructionenvironment is accurate at high certainty levels, but there exists a low probability that some issues have not been identifiedduring the studies. Furthermore, statistical analyses and mathematical models are merely tools which assist the researcherin assessing field observations and have innate assumptions which can reduce objectivity of the results obtained. This isnot seen as a major flaw but should always be considered when assessing results.

Gaps in knowledge known to Delron at this time, includes:

o Predicting the impact to the socio-economic and bio-physical environment for the life-cycle of the proposed project(i.e. 25-50 years).

3. IMPACTS THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE DECOMMISSIONING & CLOSURE PHASE

Briefly describe and compare the potential impacts (as appropriate), significance rating of impacts, proposed mitigation andsignificance rating of impacts after mitigation that are likely to occur as a result of the decommissioning and closure phase forthe various alternatives of the proposed development. This must include an assessment of the significance of all impacts.

The development represents the establishment of residential township and associated infrastructure, as such nodecommissioning phase is envisaged with the foreseeable future.

Since no decommissioning phase is envisaged, the impacts of such a phase is not assessed in this Basic AssessmentReport. Should certain of the project components be decommissioned in future, the environmental and other relevantlegislation applicable to those activities at that time will need to be complied with.

However, given the nature of the proposed development, decommissioning or closure of the proposed development:

Would produce benign solid waste from structures and services infrastructure that could potentially be re-used or bedisposed of at a licensed landfill site;

Would not produce toxic or hazardous waste for disposal, or leave any such waste on site; Would not sterilise the site for future use after decommissioning; and Would not result in irreversible or irreplaceable loss of natural resources.

Therefore, no high significant negative impacts associated with decommissioning of the proposed development areanticipated.

List any specialist reports that were used to fill in the above tables. Such reports are to be attached in the appropriate Appendix.Not Applicable

Where applicable indicate the detailed financial provisions for rehabilitation, closure and ongoing post decommissioningmanagement for the negative environmental impacts.

Not Applicable

4. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS

Describe potential impacts that, on their own may not be significant, but is significant when added to the impact of otheractivities or existing impacts in the environment. Substantiate response:

Cumulative impacts are assessed with the combination effects of the project with current and future development in theimmediate area of the project site. The cumulative impacts assessed depend on the status of other projects and the level ofdata available to characterise the magnitude of the impacts.

The majority of surrounding land is or has been utilised for residential developments and as such it would make sense for theseproperties to be used for this purpose.

Cumulative Impacts

Litter and Waste

Activities associated with use of the site results in littering. Similarly the building process generates wastes that could pollutethe site and its surrounds. For this reason it is important that a waste management plan must be developed. The waste andlitter will reduce as the construction phase ends. This will not result in a cumulative impact.

Fauna, Flora and Sensitive Environments

The proposed development will totally transform the site and will lead to the complete loss of habitat for any potential plant ofanimal species. This is considered to be an impact of low significance as the site is currently transformed and limited opportunityexists to improve ecological function by not developing the site. The cumulative impact is non-existent.

Development should be restricted to the transformed secondary grasslands or degraded habitats with medium-low sensitivity.No construction activities may occur within the water course or within 30 meters from the edge of the water course.

The conservation and correct management of any remaining primary Egoli Granite grasslands as well as the Zandspruit and a32m grassland buffer zone should ensure the conservation of this sensitive areas. The formation of an open space (includingthe Zandspruit and adjacent seepage wetland and a 32m rehabilitated grassland buffer zone) interconnected with a biologicalcorridor stretching to the north and south could result in a positive impact for remaining mammal populations, if adequateconservation measures are implemented. The fencing off of the entire conserved open space, prevention of increased humanpresence and disturbances including illegal dumping, hunting and poaching activities as well as the implementation of a naturalfire regime programme could result in increased smaller mammal, reptile and amphibian populations.

Stormwater Runoff

The development of hard surfaces will give rise to greater volumes and velocity of runoff waters during high peak flows. Thiswater will drain into the roads and stormwater management system. Localised flooding may result on negative impacts on bedand banks of the water course due to the cumulative effects.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT

Taking the assessment of potential impacts into account, please provide an environmental impact statement that sums up theimpact that the proposal and its alternatives may have on the environment after the management and mitigation of impactshave been taken into account with specific reference to types of impact, duration of impacts, likelihood of potential impactsactually occurring and the significance of impacts.

ProposalA review of the information contained herein shows that the proposed development does not have a significantly detrimentalimpact on the environment. The development is located within the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality’s UrbanDevelopment Boundary, which is earmarked for densification and development into a residential area.

The development is similar in character to what is currently occurring in the surrounding area. There is no fatal flaw associatedwith this development, especially when making use of the mitigation measures proposed. It is therefore necessary to ensurethat an Environmental Management Plan, along with proactive planning is used to minimise the potential impacts of theproposed impacts of the proposed development. The accuracy of this document is based on information that was available atthe time of writing the report.

As reflected in Section 2 and 3, there is a clear indication that the effects of the proposed development during construction andoperation on the environment are of LOW – NEGLIGIBLE significance After Mitigation in terms of the following negativeimpacts:

Construction Phase:1) Air Quality Impact - Generation of dust as a result of vegetation clearing and earthworks.2) Topography - Impact on prominent physical or landscape features with conservation potential due to the necessity for

extensive earth works and civil requirements.3) Increased Erosion Risk4) Soil – Loss of soil integrity as a result of soil disturbance, compaction and contamination.5) Loss of Flora – Clearing of vegetation for construction6) Habitat Loss (sensitive environments: Zandspruit stream and seepage area)7) Alteration of Water Course / Seepage area - Impact on drainage patterns due to road and pipeline crossings (excavations

/ trenching/ road construction)8) Direct Faunal Impacts9) Stormwater Runoff - Impact of uncontrolled storm water on the surrounding environment.10) Surface and Groundwater: Contamination11) Noise - Excessive noise levels as a result of construction activities.12) Construction Traffic13) Aesthetics - Reduction in visual quality due to construction activities.14) Impacts on Heritage Resources15) Waste - Land, air and water pollution through poor waste management practices.

Operational Phase:1) Increase in stormwater run-off due to increase in built-up areas (buildings, roads etc.)2) Waste3) Increased Access and Human Presence

The following positive implication of MODERATE - HIGH significance of the proposed development have been identified duringthis assessment:

Access to essential infrastructural services such as energy, potable water, sanitation, communications and access. Housing provision and creation of a safe living environment for the community. Enhanced social services access. Tenure and asset security. Human and social capital development. Many direct and indirect spin-off benefits, such as job creation, capacity building, rates for the municipality and the

upgrading of supply of services. Illegal squatters are becoming increasingly interested in using this site and are posing more of a threat to local inhabitants.


Eradication of alien and invasive plant species.

Alternative 1:Not Applicable

Alternative 2Not Applicable

No-go (compulsory)

The No- Go alternative is the option of not implementing the activities. This implies that the site be left as is and that nodevelopment be done.

This option has the following potential impacts:

The proposed project objectives will not materialise; which implies a significant loss of opportunity for the development ofthe site and creation of a safe living environment for the community who will be living in the township development.

No tenure and asset security. No access to essential infrastructural services such as energy, potable water, sanitation, communications and access. No enhanced social services access. No human and social capital development. The potential to provide housing, which appears to be in accord with the prevailing land use regime in the area and the

City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality's desired urban form and patterns for the region, will be lost. Many direct and indirect spin-off benefits, such as job creation, capacity building, rates for the municipality and the

upgrading of supply of services will not be realised. Invasive vegetation would probably continue to spread in areas where land is vacant and not actively used in its entirety. If not developed, the site will derive no income and will not contribute to the services and total income of the area. Illegal squatters are becoming increasingly interested in using this site and are posing more of a threat to local inhabitants.


Given the fact that the site will eventually degenerate if left unmanaged, and the fact that it is most likely unsuitable to be utilisedfor grazing or agricultural purposes due to its location, it is reasonable to state that the no-go option is less favourable thansome of the other options presented. Furthermore, should this property not be developed it would be left as an isolated anddisconnected land due to all the surrounding areas to be developed as residential townships.

6. IMPACT SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSAL OR PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE

For proposal:

Except for the Zandspruit stream, associated 30 meter conservation buffer and seepage area, the proposed development siteis not considered to be environmentally sensitive and the proposed township establishment will therefore not adversely affectenvironmental processes provided the relevant Environmental Management Programme is implemented throughout theplanning and construction phases. The significance of impacts during the construction and operation phases are summarisedbelow:

Potential ImpactSignificance Ratingof Impacts BeforeMitigation

Significance Ratingof ImpactsAfter Mitigation

DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION & OPERATIONAL PHASEAir quality impact - generation of dust as a result of vegetation clearingand earthworks. 36 (Low) 21 (Low)

Topography - Impact on prominent physical or landscape features withconservation potential due to the necessity for extensive earth worksand civil requirements.

64 (High) 20 (Low)

Increased erosion risk 48 (Moderate) 21 (Low)Soil – Loss of soil integrity as a result of soil disturbance, compactionand contamination. 56 (Moderate) 19 21 (Low)

Loss of flora – clearing of vegetation for construction 55 (Moderate) 16 (Negligible)

Habitat loss (sensitive environments: ridge and drainage course) 70 (High) 16 (Negligible)Alteration of Water Course / Seepage area - Impact on drainagepatterns due to road and pipeline crossings (excavations / trenching/road construction)

65 (Moderate - High) 30 (Low)

Direct faunal impacts 50 (Moderate) 14 (Negligible)Storm water runoff - Impact of uncontrolled storm water on thesurrounding environment. 44 (Moderate) 12 (Negligible)

Surface and groundwater: contamination 40 (Moderate - Low) 12 (Negligible)

Noise - excessive noise levels as a result of construction activities. 40 (Moderate) 27 (Low)

Construction traffic 44 (Moderate) 16 (Negligible)

Aesthetics - reduction in visual quality due to construction activities. 50 (Moderate) 21 (Low)

Impacts on heritage Resources 60 (Moderate-High) 12 (Negligible)Waste - Land, air and water pollution through poor waste managementpractices.

45 (Moderate) 18 (Negligible)

OPERATIONAL

Impact of stormwater run-off. 80 (High) 36 (Low)Waste - Impacts due to management of solid and liquid wastesdisposed of on the site during operational phase. 48 (Medium) 20 (Low)

Increased Access and Human Presence 60 (Moderate High) 36 (Low)

NO-GO

Land, air and water pollution through poor waste management practices65 (High)Negative

85 (High)Positive/beneficial

impact

For alternative:Not Applicable

Having assessed the significance of impacts of the proposal and alternative(s), please provide an overall summary and reasonsfor selecting the proposal or preferred alternative.

SUMMARY OF ECOLOGICAL SPECIALIST REPORTAt a local (Zandspruit) scale the study area comprises limited suitable habitat for remaining animal species especially withinthe transformed and degraded grasslands and seasonally inundated seepage wetlands. The old agricultural lands or

secondary succession grasslands and sand mining areas on the northern, central, southern and south-eastern portions ofthe site are dominated by transformed habitats that no longer comprise the natural vegetation, and have limited conservationvalue. This is due to extensive habitat transformation and degradation as well as fragmentation due to existing roads. Theseareas are ideally suitable for the proposed development. Destruction of the transformed habitats on the site will have animpact of Medium-Low; Short-Long term impact.

The proposed Zandspruit development should it be approved should be restricted to the transformed secondary grasslandsor degraded habitats with medium-low sensitivity.

SUMMARY OF HERITAGE SPECIALIST REPORT

The study has not identified any archaeological which will be directly impacted by the proposed project. For the rest of theproject area, the general landscape at Zandspruit has limited significance in terms of archaeological receptors as thelandscape has generally been transformed by past and more recent urbanization. No impact on archaeological heritage istherefore anticipated. However, subsurface archaeological remains may occur in the area where the clearing of topsoil duringdevelopment activities frequently exposes archaeological deposits.

Built Environment

Three buildings dating to the Historical Period occur in the project area footprint and these features are of medium heritagevalue. The potential impact on the resources is considered to be Moderate but this impact rating can be limited to a Negligibleimpact by the implementation of mitigation measures (site monitoring, Phase 2 Analysis, destruction permitting) for the sites,if / when required.

Graves / Human Burials Sites

At least 2 burial sites were located in the project area. These receptors are of high significance for their social and culturalvalue. The potential impact on the resources is High but this impact rating can be limited to a Negligible impact by theimplementation of mitigation measures (avoidance, site management, site monitoring / grave relocation) for the sites, if /when required.

In the opinion of the author of this Archaeological Impact Assessment Report, the proposed Zandspruit TownshipEstablishment Project may proceed from a culture resources management perspective, provided that mitigation measures,endorsed by the relevant Heritage Resources authority, are implemented where applicable, and provided that no subsurfaceheritage remains are encountered during construction.

Having assessed the significance of the potential impacts of the activities associated with the proposed township establishment,the explanations below provide the rationale for the EAP’s reasoning that the project should be granted EnvironmentalAuthorisation:

The development proposal is consistent with the development guidelines of the City of Johannesburg’s SDF and UrbanDesign Framework;

The site is situated within the urban edge adjacent to existing and proposed urban infrastructure, service and amenities; According to the specialist study the site sensitivity is mainly low, transformed and degraded land; No sensitive habitat or plant and animal species were found to be present in the proposed development footprint; From a plant and animal ecological point of view the area has a low conservation and biodiversity value. No red listed species were found;

There will be no direct impact on the water course and associated 32 meter conservation buffer.

There are no major impacts due to the proposed township establishment that cannot be mitigated and/or managed to withinreasonable levels.

7. SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT TOOLS

Indicate the application of any spatial development tool protocols on the proposed development and the outcome thereof.

The study area in the context of the Spatial Development FrameworkThe City of Johannesburg SDF classifies Zandspruit as a consolidation zone. This zone refers to areas neither outside thedevelopment boundary, nor within priority transformation areas or nodes. It focuses in urban consolidation and restructuring,controlled growth, urban management and addressing backlogs. The policy intent in these areas would be to ensure existingand future development proposals are aligned as far as possible with the broader intent of the SDF.

City of Johannesburg will allow these new developments that promote the goals and meet the requirements of the SDF.Formalisation of Zandspruit informal settlements will require the consolidation and diversification of land uses and thedevelopment public transport infrastructure.

The SDF indicates a drop in informal settlements in the City due to government housing and upgrading programmes, andalso movement to backyard accommodation. However, there is also a need to balance new housing and related socialinfrastructure with the creation of economic opportunities. According to the SDF, the City’s Sustainable Human SettlementsUrbanisation Plan (SHSUP) estimates housing demand for Johannesburg up to 2030 noting that the majority (62%) ofhousing demand will be for low income households (earning less than R3500 income per month).

8. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PRACTITIONER

Is the information contained in this report and the documentation attached hereto sufficient to make adecision in respect of the activity applied for (in the view of the Environmental Assessment Practitioner asbound by professional ethical standards and the code of conduct of EAPASA).

YES X NO

If “NO”, indicate the aspects that require further assessment before a decision can be made (list the aspects that require furtherassessment):

Not Applicable

If “YES”, please list any recommended conditions, including mitigation measures that should be considered for inclusion in anyauthorisation that may be granted by the competent authority in respect of the application:

It is recommended that, based on the findings of the EIR and supplemental specialist information that: Should the project applicant obtain the necessary environmental authorisation for the proposed activities, a Construction

Environmental Management Programme (EMPr) must be implemented for the construction and operational phases of thedevelopment. The EMPr, as attached to this document, should be made part of the contractual documents of contractors.

All mitigation measures as described in this report and specialist reports are adhered to by the developer (these measureswill be made part of the EMPr).

The conditions of the Environmental Authorisation from GDARD be written into the EMPr and be implemented as such.

The design and implementation of the infrastructure and services provision are to be done in accordance with engineeringspecifications so as to comply with the regulations and standards of the local controlling authority.

The construction of all structures, roads and implementation of services must be in accordance with the specifications ofthe geotechnical engineering assessment. Such specification will be in response to site specific soil characteristics,gradient and anticipated runoff.

An integrated waste management approach must be used that is based on best practices and should incorporate reduction,recycling, re-use and disposal, where appropriate.

Waste generated during the construction and operational phases must be removed from site and be disposed of safelyand responsibly at a landfill licensed in terms of section 20 of the Environmental Conservation Act, 1989 (Act No. 73 of1989).

Exotic plants present on the site, which are listed in CARA (Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act 43 of 1983) mustbe progressively removed from the site; and the site must be kept free of these plants by conducting regular follow-upclearing operations for the duration of the project lifetime.

Only indigenous plant species, preferably species that are indigenous to the natural vegetation of the area, should be usedfor landscaping in communal open space areas.

No construction activities, except for the construction of the following services at water course crossings may occur withinthe 1 in 100 year flood line and /or delineated riparian habitat and 30 meter conservation buffer:o collector roads in 20 m road reserve (local distributor),o Ø 110 - 355 uPVC water pipelines;o Ø 160 - 250 uPVC heavy duty class 34 sewer pipelines; and stormwater infrastructure.

The development footprint should be restricted to the transformed secondary grasslands or degraded habitats withmedium-low sensitivity as per the sensitivity plan.

Before construction commences, all sensitive habitats, such as the water course and associated buffer must be clearlydemarcated with fencing or orange mesh netting.

Avoidance and redesign layout to avoid cemeteries, 20m conservation buffer, fence all burial places and apply accesscontrol.

Site Attenuation

o The runoff associated with the development is to be attenuated such that the predevelopment flows for the 1 in 5 yearas well as the 1 in 25 year storm events are not exceeded. The attenuation structure must be capable of withstandingthe 1 in 50 year storm event. Therefore, attenuation ponds may be required for each of the catchment areas andshall be located outside of the 100 year flood lines.

o In order to size the attenuation structure, the principle of continuity is applied. This means the difference between thesum of the inflows and the sum of the outflows that enter and leave a defined spaces should be equal to the rate ofchange in the volume of the fluid contained within the space. This was done by producing hydrographs for pre-development and post-development flows for a return period of 1:50 using the Rational Method. The attenuation

volume was calculated in order to ensure the change in volume from the pre-development flow to the postdevelopment flow was contained.

o Alternatively if the required space for the attenuation pond cannot be obtained on site, provision will have to be madethrough energy dissipation methods to reduce the peak flow of stormwater on the site to the pre development flows.

o The proposed stormwater system consists of numerous kerb inlets and underground stormwater pipes. These pipenetworks shall be connect to the attenuation pond and discharge into the river at the same rate as the pre-development flows.

Stormwater Management Conditions for Discharge into a Stream - Discharge of stormwater into a stream shall be atthe discretion of the Johannesburg Parks Department (JPD) and shall be subject to at least the following conditions:o The discharge water shall be routed through an energy dissipating structure or stilling basin such that the velocity of

the discharge water is reduced to a value between 0,8 m/s and 1,0 m/s (or less) depending on the soil conditions atthe point of discharge; it is up to the designer to substantiate the design parameters by submitting soil test results;

o The energy dissipating structure shall be constructed in such a way that it will accommodate flow conditions in thestream, depending on the level of discharge;

o The outlet structure shall be provided with an appropriate upstream apron dipped against the direction of flow as wellas a key on the downstream side;

o The energy dissipating elements shall be positioned such that the anticipated flow for a 1 in 25 year event in thestream is not interfered with;

o Texturing of the outlet structure elements that extend beyond the 1 in 25 year event is to be provided such that nearestcompatibility with the natural watercourse is achieved;

o The angle of discharge will not be greater than 30º relative to the average direction of flow established over a distanceof 20 m upstream of the point of discharge;

o The resultant gradient between the point of discharge in the direction of flow and that of the bed of the stream shallsuch that it complies with the velocity restriction stated above;

o Segmented material used in the outlet structure shall be adequately anchored;o Existing vegetation shall be reinstated where disturbed during construction;o Surplus building and other foreign materials shall be removed at completion of the construction.

Install silt and litter traps as part of the Stormwater Management System, where required. The silt and litter traps must bemonitored and well maintained (i.e. regularly cleaned etc.). Maintenance requirements should be included in theStormwater Management Plan. Erosion and sedimentation into water bodies must be minimised through effectivestabilisation (such as silt traps, gabions and Reno mattresses) and re-vegetation of any disturbed areas.

9. THE NEEDS AND DESIRABILITY OF THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (as per notice 792 of 2012, orthe updated version of this guideline)

The right to adequate housing as one of the most important of all basic human rights is recognized in the constitution. Section26(1) of the Constitution provides that everyone shall have the right of access to adequate housing. Accessibility means thatthe State must create conducive conditions for all its citizens, irrespective of their economic status, to access affordable housing.Housing entails more than bricks and mortar. It requires available land, appropriate services such as the provision of water,electricity and the removal of sewage. For a person to have access to adequate housing all of these conditions need to be met:there must be land, there must be services, and there must be a dwelling.

Furthermore, the following conditions, is necessary for a meaningful enjoyment of the right to housing:

Legal security of tenure Affordability Availability of services, materials, facilities and infrastructure

Habitability Accessibility Location Cultural adequacy

The need for the formal establishment of the proposed township of Zandspruit stems from the growing size of the population,making the site an expanding informal settlement. The purpose of the project is to formalise Zandspruit by means of establishinga formal human settlement, through the formation of sustainable mixed use typologies, catering to mixed income groups as wellas density groups by way of competent residential development supporting both commercial and community land uses.

10. THE PERIOD FOR WHICH THE ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION IS REQUIRED(CONSIDER WHEN THE ACTIVITY IS EXPECTED TO BE CONCLUDED)

11. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (EMPR) (must include post construction monitoringrequirements and when these will be concluded.)

If the EAP answers “Yes” to Point 7 above then an EMP is to be attached to this report as an Appendix

EMPr attached YES

10 years

SECTION F: APPENDIXES

The following appendixes must be attached as appropriate (this list is inclusive, but not exhaustive):

It is required that if more than one item is enclosed that a table of contents is included in the appendix

A LOCALITY MAP

B SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

C LAYOUT PLAN

D FACILITY ILLUSTRATION

E PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

E.1 PROOF OF SITE NOTICE

E.2 WRITTEN NOTICES ISSUED

E.3 PROOF OF NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS

E.4 COMMUNICATIONS TO AND FROM I&APS

E.5 MINUTES OF ANY PUBLIC AND/OR STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS

E.6 COMMENTS AND RESPONSES REPORT

E.7 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON BASIC ASSESSMENT (BA) REPORT

E.8 COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON AMENDMENTS TO THE BA REPORT

E.9 COPY OF THE REGISTER OF I&APS

E.10 LIST OF STATE DEPARTMENTS

F WATER USE LICENSE(S) AUTHORISATION, SAHRA INFORMATION, SERVICE LETTERS FROMMUNICIPALITIES, WATER SUPPLY INFORMATION

G SPECIALIST REPORTS

H EMPR

I OTHER INFORMATION

CHECKLIST

To ensure that all information that the Department needs to be able to process this application, please check that:

Where requested, supporting documentation has been attached; All relevant sections of the form have been completed.

APPENDIX A1: LOCALITY MAP 1: AERIAL PHOTO

APPENDIX A2: LOCALITY MAP: 1: 50 000 2627BB

The SitePortions 16, 23, 42, 47, 55, 56,59, 60, 67, 68, 69, 72, 73, 76,104, 160 & 175 of the Farm

Zandspruit 191-IQ & AgriculturalHolding 43 Sonnedal A.H

APPENDIX A3: GDARD C-PLAN 3 SITE CHARACTERISTICS

APPENDIX B: SITE PHOTOGRAPHS

APPENDIX C: SITE LAYOUT PLAN

APPENDIX D: FACILITY ILLUSTRATION: NOT APPLICABLE

APPENDIX E: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

APPENDIX E.1: PROOF OF SITE NOTICE

Site Notice PositionLatitude Longitude

To be included in the FBAR

Date Published / Placed To be included in the FBAR



APPENDIX E.2: WRITTEN NOTICES ISSUED


APPENDIX E.3: PROOF OF NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS

Publication Name Sowetan

Date Published To be included in the FBAR

Date Published To be included in the FBAR


APPENDIX E.4: COMMUNICATIONS TO AND FROM I&APS


APPENDIX E.5: MINUTES OF ANY PUBLIC AND/OR STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS

Focus Group meetings with key I&APs, to be held upon request. No public meeting or focus group meeting were conductedat this stage.

APPENDIX E.6: COMMENTS AND RESPONSES REPORT

As this is the first announcement of the project, no comments have been received to date. Any comments received fromI&APs on the DBAR will be included in the Final Basic Assessment Report.

APPENDIX E.7: COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON BASIC ASSESSMENT (BA) REPORT


APPENDIX E.8: COMMENTS FROM I&APS ON AMENDMENTS TO THE BA REPORT


APPENDIX E.9: REGISTER OF I&APS

NAME AFFILIATION / KEYSTAKEHOLDER STATUS PHYSICAL ADDRESS POSTAL ADDRESS TELEPHONE/ CELL

PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS

National Authorities

South Africa Heritage Resource AgencyAttention: The Chief Executive OfficerMr. Andrew Solomon

Heritage Officer Archaeology 111 Harrington StreetCape Town

8001

P.O. Box 4637Cape Town

8000

Tel: 021 462 4502Fax: 021 462 4509

[email protected]

Department of Water AffairsMs. Anna Malemela

InstitutionalEstablishment: WaterResource Management

185 Francis Baard StreetBothongo Pleza East

15th FloorPretoria

0001

Private Bag X313Pretoria

0001

Tel: 012 392 1470Fax: 012 392 1486 [email protected]

Provincial Authorities

Gauteng Department of Agriculture, RuralDevelopMs. Boniswa Belot

Department Director:Strategic AdministrationSupport

11 Diagonal Street, NewtownJohannesburg

P. O. Box 8769Johannesburg

2000


Local Authority

City of Johannesburg MetropolitanMunicipalityAttention: Ms. Nozipho Maduse

Impact Management andCompliance, Environmental,Infrastructure and ServiceDepartment

Traduna House6th Floor

118 Jorissen StreetBraamfontein

Tel: 011 587 4225Fax: 086 627 7516

[email protected].

Ward Councilor

Ms. Maureen Schneemann Ward Councillor 114 Cell: 083 297 1128 [email protected]

Land Owner

City of Johannesburg MetropolitanMunicipalityAttention: Mr Sello Mothotoana

Head of DepartmentRegion C

100 Christiaan De WetFlorida Park

PO Box 1451Pretoria

0001

Tel: 011 761 0207Cell : 082 554 9796 [email protected]

Adjacent Land Owners


PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS

Other

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APPENDIX E.10: LIST OF STATE DEPARTMENTS


PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS

National Authorities

South Africa Heritage Resource AgencyAttention: The Chief Executive OfficerMr. Andrew Solomon

Heritage Officer Archaeology 111 Harrington StreetCape Town

8001

P.O. Box 4637Cape Town

8000

Tel: 021 462 4502Fax: 021 462 4509

[email protected]

Department of Water AffairsMs. Anna Malemela

InstitutionalEstablishment: WaterResource Management

185 Francis Baard StreetBothongo Pleza East

15th FloorPretoria

0001

Private Bag X313Pretoria

0001


Provincial Authorities

Gauteng Department of Agriculture, RuralDevelopMs. Boniswa Belot

Department Director:Strategic AdministrationSupport

11 Diagonal Street, NewtownJohannesburg

P. O. Box 8769Johannesburg

2000


Local Authority

City of Johannesburg MetropolitanMunicipalityAttention: Ms. Nozipho Maduse

Impact Management andCompliance, Environmental,Infrastructure and ServiceDepartment

Traduna House6th Floor

118 Jorissen StreetBraamfontein

Tel: 011 587 4225Fax: 086 627 7516

[email protected].


PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS

Ward Councilor

Ms. Maureen Schneemann Ward Councillor 114 Cell: 083 297 1128 [email protected]

Land Owner

City of Johannesburg MetropolitanMunicipalityAttention: Mr Sello Mothotoana

Head of DepartmentRegion C

100 Christiaan De WetFlorida Park

PO Box 1451Pretoria

0001

Tel: 011 761 0207Cell : 082 554 9796 [email protected]

APPENDIX F: WATER USE LICENSE(S) AUTHORISATION, SAHRA INFORMATION, SERVICELETTERS FROM MUNICIPALITIES, WATER SUPPLY INFORMATION


APPENDIX G: TECHNICAL AND SPECIALIST REPORTS

APPENDIX G.1:Enviroguard Ecological Services CC. (2016).

An Ecological Report on the Fauna, Flora andWetlands/Streams: Proposed Zandspruit

Township Development on Portions 16, 22,23,26,42,47,51,55,56,59,60,67,68,69,72, 73,

76, 104, 105,144,160, 175 of the FarmZandspruit 191-IQ & Holding 43 Sonnedal A.H.

APPENDIX G.2:Exigo Sustainability (Pty) Ltd. (2016).

Archaeological Impact Assessment (AIA) of AreasDemarcated for the Proposed Zandspruit

Township Establishment on Portions 16, 22, 23,26, 42, 51, 55, 56, 59, 67, 68, 72, 73, 76, 104, 105,144 and 160 of The Farm Zandspruit 191-IQ and

Holding 43 Sonendal A.H

APPENDIX G.3:Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016)

Zandspruit II Geotechnical Investigation

APPENDIX G.4:Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016)Zandspruit Phase II - Services Report

APPENDIX G.5:Aurecon South Africa (Pty) Ltd. (2016)

Socio-Economic – Macro-Economic FeasibilityStudy

APPENDIX H: EMPR

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