Environmental Scoping Report for the proposed ......Friday 10 January 2013 • The placement of site notices at the proposed area for Development, as well as at the entrance to Elias

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Environmental Scoping Report for the proposed Mapochsgronde Residential development

Report

Version – DRAFT

04 December 2012

Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality

GCS Project Number: 10-090

Client Reference: Roosenekal Residential Development


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Environmental Scoping Report for the proposed Mapochsgronde Residential development

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LDEDET Ref No. 12/1/9/2-GS20

Roosenekal Residential Development

Environmental Scoping Report for the proposed Mapo

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DISCLAIMER Information contained in this report relating to the project description is based on

information supplied by the client and other client appointed sources. It is assumed that

the information provided to GCS is correct.

Environmental and social data, as well as environmental impact assessment provided in this

report is based on information supplied by specialists in their respective fields, as well as

existing information pertaining to the area in question (including previous site inv

data). It has been assumed that the information provided to GCS to perform the outcomes

of this report is correct.

No responsibility is accepted by GCS for incomplete or inaccurate data supplied by others

(the client and external sources). Wh

consideration by the responsible decision

GCS’s opinions, conclusions and recommendations are based upon information that existed

at the time of the start of the production of this Document


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Information contained in this report relating to the project description is based on


the information provided to GCS is correct.

and social data, as well as environmental impact assessment provided in this


existing information pertaining to the area in question (including previous site inv



(the client and external sources). Where gaps have been identified these are listed for

consideration by the responsible decision-makers.


at the time of the start of the production of this Document


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Information contained in this report relating to the project description is based on


and social data, as well as environmental impact assessment provided in this


existing information pertaining to the area in question (including previous site investigation



ere gaps have been identified these are listed for



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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Introduction and Background

GCS (Pty) Ltd has been appointed by Urban Dynamics on behalf of Elias Motsoaledi Local

Municipality to conduct a Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), in line with

the National Integrated Environmental Management Principles as published by the

Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) in 1991 and in the interest of sound

environmental management for the proposed Mapochsgronde residential development in

Roossenekal, Limpopo Province.

The Environmental Scoping Report is been undertaken in accordance with the requirements

of sections 24 and 24D of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of

1998) (NEMA), as read with Government Notice (GN) No. 33306 Regulation (R) 543

280), R544, R545 and R546 of June 2010 which was promulgated in August 2010 as well as

the integrated Environmental Management (IEM) Information Series (DEAT, 2002). These

Regulations and guidelines describe the process for Scoping and Environmen

Assessment.

Project Description

The proposed project is for the establishment of 1041

51, 24 ha of the Remainder of the farm Mapochsgronde 911 JS in Roossenekal. The proposed

residential area will be known

have a variety of amenities to compliment the residential component and which will aim to

create an aesthetically pleasing residential area. These include the following:

• 37 Public Open Space;

• 2 Business;

• 2 Community; and

• 3 Church.

No school sites are being provided for in the Extension 2 area as the proposed development

is directly adjacent to the two schools situated in Roosenekal Extension 1.

Environmental Authorization Processes

The proposed residential development requires authorization in terms of the

construction may begin.


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Introduction and Background









1998) (NEMA), as read with Government Notice (GN) No. 33306 Regulation (R) 543



Regulations and guidelines describe the process for Scoping and Environmen

is for the establishment of 1041 residential units on approximately

ha of the Remainder of the farm Mapochsgronde 911 JS in Roossenekal. The proposed

residential area will be known as Roossenekal Extension 2. The proposed development will



Public Open Space;



Environmental Authorization Processes

d residential development requires authorization in terms of the


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1998) (NEMA), as read with Government Notice (GN) No. 33306 Regulation (R) 543 (Section



Regulations and guidelines describe the process for Scoping and Environmental Impact

residential units on approximately


as Roossenekal Extension 2. The proposed development will




d residential development requires authorization in terms of the NEMA before


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All listed activities promulgated in terms of section 24 of the NEMA require environmental

authorization issued by the competent authority. The competent

application is the Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and

Tourism (LDEDET). The activities associated with the construction and operation of the

proposed development are listed in terms of Regulations 544 and 545 o

June 2012 which requires that an EIA process is undertaken in compliance with R543 of

NEMA, dated 18 June 2012, to apply for the environmental authorization before

construction may commence.

Public Participation Process (PPP)

A large component of the environmental authorisation application process is the

Participation Process (PPP) which allows for tr

parties and input from the relevant provincial and local authorities. In order to streaml

the public consultation and application processes, the PPP prescribed under Chapter 6 of

the NEMA Regulations R543, dated 18 June 2010 will be complied with. The public

consultation process is undertaken in both the scoping and environmental impact

assessment phase.

The scoping phase public consultation is comprised largely of notifying the public,

interested parties and provincial and local authorities of the project. The consultation

process thus far has comprised of:

• The placement of a newspaper advertisement in the

Friday 10 January 2013

• The placement of site notices at the proposed area for Development, as well as at

the entrance to Elias Motsoaledi Municipality; and

• The distribution of Background Information Documents (BID)

owners.

All comments, issues and concerns raised in the Scoping Phase will be addressed during the

EIA Phase of the project.

Potential Impacts Identified The following impacts have been identified by GCS and will be taken into consideration

during the compilation of the

Management Plan (EMP) Report

• Alteration of the topography;

• Loss of soils resources due to clearing act


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authorization issued by the competent authority. The competent authority for this



proposed development are listed in terms of Regulations 544 and 545 of NEMA, dated 18



construction may commence.


omponent of the environmental authorisation application process is the

(PPP) which allows for transparency with the public and inte

parties and input from the relevant provincial and local authorities. In order to streaml






process thus far has comprised of:

The placement of a newspaper advertisement in the Steelburger newspaper on

Friday 10 January 2013;

The placement of site notices at the proposed area for Development, as well as at

Elias Motsoaledi Municipality; and

The distribution of Background Information Documents (BID) to all surrounding land


Potential Impacts Identified

pacts have been identified by GCS and will be taken into consideration

during the compilation of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA

) Report:

Alteration of the topography;

Loss of soils resources due to clearing activities in the area;


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authority for this



f NEMA, dated 18



omponent of the environmental authorisation application process is the Public

ansparency with the public and interested

parties and input from the relevant provincial and local authorities. In order to streamline






Steelburger newspaper on

The placement of site notices at the proposed area for Development, as well as at

to all surrounding land


pacts have been identified by GCS and will be taken into consideration

EIA)/Environmental


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• Impact on the surface water quality;

• Disturbance of natural habitat due to the removal of vegetation;

• Impacts on the surface and groundwater quality;

• Impact on air quality in the surrounding area;

• Visual impacts; and

• Socio-economic imp

In order to address the main issues and concerns, and to gather more information for the

EIA/EMP phase, the following specialist investigations should be considered:

• Geohydrological Assessment

• Hydrological Assessment

• Soils Assessment;

• Biodiversity Assessment;

• Archaeological Assessment;

• Traffic Impact Assessment

• Visual Impact Assessment; and

• Air Quality Impact Assessment.

These investigations and the ongoing public participation will be further taken into

consideration when the EIA/EMP report is


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Impact on the surface water quality;

Disturbance of natural habitat due to the removal of vegetation;

Impacts on the surface and groundwater quality;

Impact on air quality in the surrounding area;

economic impacts.



Assessment;

Assessment;

Assessment;

Archaeological Assessment;

Assessment;

Visual Impact Assessment; and

Air Quality Impact Assessment.


consideration when the EIA/EMP report is compiled.


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CONTENTS PAGE

1 INTRODUCTION ................................

1.1 BACKGROUND ................................

1.2 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1.3 CONTACT DETAILS ................................

1.4 DESCRIPTION OF LAND ................................

2 LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS

2.1 THE CONSTITUTION OF SOUTH

2.2 THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL

2.3 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL

2.4 THE NATIONAL WATER A

2.5 OTHER RELEVANT LEGISLATION

3 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

3.1 ENGINEERING SERVICES ................................

3.1.1 Bulk Services ................................

3.1.2 Internal Services

4 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES AND P

4.1 ALTERNATIVES................................

4.1.1 Site Alternatives

4.1.2 Activity Alternatives

4.1.3 No-go Alternative

4.2 NEED FOR THE PROJECT ................................

4.3 DESIRABILITY ................................

5 BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL DESCRIPTION

5.1 GEOLOGY ................................

5.2 CLIMATE ................................

5.2.1 Rainfall ................................

5.2.2 Temperature ................................

5.3 TOPOGRAPHY ................................

5.4 SOILS ................................

5.5 HYDROLOGY ................................

5.6 GROUNDWATER ................................

5.7 BIODIVERSITY ................................

5.7.1 Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism

5.8 HERITAGE AND CULTURAL

5.9 AIR QUALITY ................................

5.10 NOISE................................

5.11 SOCIAL ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT

5.11.1 Population ................................

5.11.2 Age Distribution

5.11.3 Level of Education

5.11.4 Income Distribution

5.11.5 Employment Profile

6 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS

6.1 PURPOSE OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

6.1.1 List of Authorities consulted

6.1.2 Identification of I&APs

7 POTENTIAL IMPACT IDENTIFIED

8 PLAN OF STUDY FOR EIA ................................

8.1 PROJECT TEAM ................................


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TION ................................................................................................

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ENTS ................................................................................................

OUTH AFRICA (ACT NO. 108 OF 1996) ..........................................................

NVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT (ACT NO. 107 OF 1998) ................................

NVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT: WASTE ACT (ACT NO.59 OF 2008) ................................

ACT (ACT NO. 36 OF 1998) ................................................................

EGISLATION ................................................................................................

PTION ................................................................................................

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Internal Services ................................................................................................

T ALTERNATIVES AND PROJECT MOTIVATION ..............................................................

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Site Alternatives ................................................................................................

Activity Alternatives ................................................................................................

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ULTURAL SITES ................................................................................................

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NVIRONMENT ................................................................................................

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Age Distribution ................................................................................................

Level of Education ................................................................................................

Income Distribution ................................................................................................

Profile................................................................................................

PROCESS .............................................................................................

ARTICIPATION ................................................................................................

List of Authorities consulted ...........................................................................................

Identification of I&APs ................................................................................................

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8.2 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS

8.3 SPECIALIST STUDIES ................................

8.4 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

8.4.1 Environmental Impact Assessment

8.5 EIA/EMP IN TERMS OF NEMA

8.5.1 EIA ................................

8.5.2 EMP ................................

8.6 TIMEFRAMES ................................

9 CONCLUSION ................................

10 REFERENCES ................................

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1.1 Locality Map ................................

Figure 3.1 The surface Infrastructure

Figure 5.1 Geology of the area

Figure 5.2 Soil types in the area

Figure 5.3 Location of the Olifants Water Management area

Figure 5.4 Layout of the Olifants WMA Catchments

Figure 5.5 Vegetation of the area

Figure 5.6 Terrestrial Biodiversity

LIST OF TABLES

Table1.1 Name and Address of the Applicant

Table2.1 Listed activities that requires Authorisation

Table5.1 Population per Municipality

Table5.2 Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Total population

Table5.3 Population and House holds

Table5.4 Age and Gender Profile

Table5.5 Level of education for adult population

Table 5.6 Annual Household Income

Table5.7 Employment Profile

Table7.1 Impacts identified by GCS

Table 8.1 Project Team ................................

LIST OF APPENDICES

APPENDIX A- PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

APPENDIX A1- COPY OF ADVERT

APPENDIX A2- COPY OF THE BACKGROU

APPENDIX B – A3 FIGURES ................................


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ROCESS (PPP) ...........................................................................................

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MPACT ASSESSMENT ...........................................................................................

Environmental Impact Assessment Methodology ..........................................................

NEMA ................................................................................................

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The surface Infrastructure ..............................................................................................

Geology of the area ................................................................................................

Soil types in the area ................................................................................................

Location of the Olifants Water Management area ................................

Layout of the Olifants WMA Catchments ................................................................

Vegetation of the area ................................................................................................

Terrestrial Biodiversity ................................................................................................

Name and Address of the Applicant ................................................................

Listed activities that requires Authorisation ................................................................

Population per Municipality ...........................................................................................

Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Total population ................................

Population and House holds ...........................................................................................

Age and Gender Profile ................................................................................................

Level of education for adult population ................................................................

Annual Household Income..............................................................................................

Employment Profile ................................................................................................

Impacts identified by GCS ...............................................................................................

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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS ................................................................

COPY OF ADVERT ................................................................................................

COPY OF THE BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT ................................

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ABBREVIATIONS

BID - Background Information Document

LDEDET - Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and

Tourism

DWA - Department of Water Affairs

EAP - Environmental Assessment Practitioner

EIA - Environmental Impact Assessment

EMP - Environmental

GSDM - Greater Sekhukhune

EMLM - Elias Motsoaledi Local

I&AP - Interested and Affected Party

LDA - Limp

NEMA - National Environmental Management Act (Act

NWA - National Water Act, 1998 (Act

PPP - Public Participation Process

RDL - Red Data List

SCE - Sekhukhune land

WULA - Water Use Licence Application


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Background Information Document

Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and

Tourism

Department of Water Affairs

Environmental Assessment Practitioner

Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental Management Plan

Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality


Interested and Affected Party

Limpopo Department of Agriculture

National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998)

National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998)

Public Participation Process

Red Data List

Sekhukhune land Centre of Endemism

Water Use Licence Application


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Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and

107 of 1998)


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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

GCS (Pty) Ltd (GCS) has been appointed by

Local Municipality (EMLM) to conduct a Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA),

in line with the National Integrated Environmental Management Principles as published by

the Department of Environmental Affair









Assessment.

1.2 Brief project description

The proposed project is for the establishmen

51, 24 ha of the Remainder of the farm Mapochsgronde 911 JS in Roossenekal. The proposed


have a variety of amenities to co


• 37 Public Open Space;

• 2 Business;

• 2 Community; and

• 3 Church.




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has been appointed by Urban Dynamics on behalf of Elias Motsoaledi

to conduct a Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA),


the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) in 1991 and in the interest of sound




ons 24 and 24D of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of





Brief project description

The proposed project is for the establishment of 1041 residential units on approximately





Public Open Space;




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Dynamics on behalf of Elias Motsoaledi

to conduct a Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA),


s (DEA) in 1991 and in the interest of sound



ons 24 and 24D of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of








mpliment the residential component and which will aim to




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1.3 Contact Details Table1.1 Name and Address of the Applicant

Name of Applicant

Postal Address

Physical Address

Telephone

Facsimile

Contact Person

1.4 Description of Land

The property on which the proposed Township is to be established is registered as

Remainder of the farm Mapoch

Roosenekal Extension 1. The proposed area for the development is currently owned by

Nkangala District Municipality and is in the process of being transferred to

title deed indicates the subject portion of the farm as measuring 295

however the proposed development will

location of the proposed development is illustrated in

(Figure not to scale

Figure 1.1 Locality Map


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and Address of the Applicant


P.O. Box 48, Groblersdal 0470

2 Grobler Avenue, Grobler, 0470

013 262 3056

013 262 2547

Ms Margret Mtswene

Description of Land

The property on which the proposed Township is to be established is registered as

Remainder of the farm Mapochsgronde 911 JS. The area is situated adjacent to and west of


Nkangala District Municipality and is in the process of being transferred to

the subject portion of the farm as measuring 295.183

however the proposed development will only use approximately 51.24 ha of the area. The

location of the proposed development is illustrated in Figure 1.1.

(Figure not to scale – please refer to Appendix B for the A3 figure)

Locality Map


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The property on which the proposed Township is to be established is registered as the

sgronde 911 JS. The area is situated adjacent to and west of


Nkangala District Municipality and is in the process of being transferred to the EMLM. The

183 ha in extent;

ha of the area. The


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2 LEGISLATIVE REQUIREM

2.1 The Constitution of South Africa (Act No. 108 of 1996) The legal reference source for environmental law in South Africa is found in the

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Act

should be interpreted within the context of the Constitution. The Constitution has

enhanced the status of the environment by virtue of the fact that environmental rights

have been established (Section 24) and because other rights created in the Bill of Rig

may impact on environmental management. An objective of local government is to provide

a safe and healthy environment (Section 152) and public administration must be

accountable, transparent and encourage participation (Section

2.2 The National Environmental Management Act (Act The National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998) commonly known as

“NEMA” is South Africa’s overarching framework for environmental legislation. The

objective of NEMA is to pro

principles for decision-making on matters affecting the environment, institutions that will

promote co-operative governance, and procedures for co

functions exercised by organs of state. It sets out a number of principles that aim to give

effect to the environmental policy of South Africa. These principles are designed to,

amongst others, serve as a general framework for environmental planning, as guidelines by

reference to which organs of state must exercise their functions and guide other law

concerned with the protection or management of the environment. The principles include a

number of internationally recognized environmental law norms and some principles specific

to South Africa, i.e. the:

• Preventive principle

• Precautionary principle

• Polluter pays principle

• Equitable access for the previously disadvantaged to ensure human well

Chapter 5 of NEMA is designed to promote integrated environmental management.

Environmental management must place people and their needs at the forefront of its

concerns, and serve their physical, psychological, developmental, cultural and social

interests equitably. Development must be socially, environmentally and economically

sustainable. Sustainable development therefore requires the consideration of all relevant

factors including:


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LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS

The Constitution of South Africa (Act No. 108 of 1996)

The legal reference source for environmental law in South Africa is found in the

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Act No. 108 of 1996. All environmental aspects



have been established (Section 24) and because other rights created in the Bill of Rig



accountable, transparent and encourage participation (Section 195 (1) (e) to (g)).

The National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998)

The National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998) commonly known as


of NEMA is to provide for operative environmental governance by establishing

making on matters affecting the environment, institutions that will

operative governance, and procedures for co-ordinating environmental

rgans of state. It sets out a number of principles that aim to give



which organs of state must exercise their functions and guide other law



Preventive principle;

Precautionary principle;

Polluter pays principle; and

Equitable access for the previously disadvantaged to ensure human well





tainable. Sustainable development therefore requires the consideration of all relevant


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The legal reference source for environmental law in South Africa is found in the

108 of 1996. All environmental aspects



have been established (Section 24) and because other rights created in the Bill of Rights



195 (1) (e) to (g)).

107 of 1998)

The National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998) commonly known as


vide for operative environmental governance by establishing

making on matters affecting the environment, institutions that will

ordinating environmental

rgans of state. It sets out a number of principles that aim to give



which organs of state must exercise their functions and guide other law



Equitable access for the previously disadvantaged to ensure human well-being.





tainable. Sustainable development therefore requires the consideration of all relevant


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• The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of ecosystems and

loss of biological diversity;

• The avoidance, or minimisation and reme

the environment;

• The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of landscapes and

sites that constitute the nation’s cultural heritage;

• That waste is avoided, or, minimised and re

otherwise disposed of in a responsible manner;

• That the use and exploitation of non

undertaken responsibly and equitably;

• That the development, use and exploitation of renewable resources and the

ecosystem of which they are part should not exceed the level beyond which their

integrity is jeopardised;

• The application of a risk

• That negative impacts on the environment and on people’s environmental rights be

anticipated and prevented, and where they cannot be altogether prevented, are

minimised and remedied.

Regulations promulgated under NEMA include the Environmental Impact Assessment

regulations published under Government Notice No. R 543 to 546 for those activities t

require environmental authorisation by means of a Basic Assessment

Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Process. Activities

proposed Mapochsgronde residential development

NEMA are listed in Table 2.1

Table2.1 Listed activities that requires Authorisation

Number and date of the relevant notice:

Activity No (s) (in terms of the relevant notice) :

NEMA GN R 544 of June 2010

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The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of ecosystems and

loss of biological diversity;

The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of pollution and degradation of

The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of landscapes and

sites that constitute the nation’s cultural heritage;

That waste is avoided, or, minimised and re-used or recycled where possible and

otherwise disposed of in a responsible manner;

That the use and exploitation of non-renewable natural resources should be

undertaken responsibly and equitably;

That the development, use and exploitation of renewable resources and the

osystem of which they are part should not exceed the level beyond which their

integrity is jeopardised;

The application of a risk-averse and cautious approach; and

That negative impacts on the environment and on people’s environmental rights be

and prevented, and where they cannot be altogether prevented, are

minimised and remedied.


regulations published under Government Notice No. R 543 to 546 for those activities t

require environmental authorisation by means of a Basic Assessment (BA)

Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Process. Activities associated with the

residential development that require authorisation in

are listed in Table 2.1

Listed activities that requires Authorisation

Activity No (s) (in terms of the relevant notice) :

Description of each listed activity as per project description

Activity: The construction of facilities or infrastructure exceeding 1000 metres in length for the bulk transportation of a sewage and water, including storm water in pipelines with an internal diameter of 0.36 meters or more. Detail Description: Storm water will be facilitated and managed by the internal road system and captured into catch pits or ordinary kerb inlets that will be strategically positioned. Storm water. Storm water pipes of 600mm (0.6 m) diameter will be in 50D concrete will be used. In addition, the water reticulation will be


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The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of ecosystems and

diation, of pollution and degradation of

The avoidance, or minimisation and remediation, of disturbance of landscapes and

where possible and

renewable natural resources should be

That the development, use and exploitation of renewable resources and the

osystem of which they are part should not exceed the level beyond which their

That negative impacts on the environment and on people’s environmental rights be

and prevented, and where they cannot be altogether prevented, are


regulations published under Government Notice No. R 543 to 546 for those activities that

(BA) Process or a

associated with the

that require authorisation in terms of the

each listed activity as per project

The construction of facilities or infrastructure exceeding 1000 metres in length for the bulk transportation of a sewage and water, including

with an internal diameter

Storm water will be facilitated and managed by the internal road system and captured into catch pits or ordinary kerb inlets that will be strategically

ater pipes of 600 m) diameter will be in 50D concrete will

be used. In addition, the water reticulation will be


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NEMA GN R 545 of June 2010

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2.3 National Environmental Management: Waste Act ( The National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act No.

came into operation on 1 July 2009, with

and section 46.

New Listed Waste Management Activities under the

On 3 July 2009, the Acting Minister of Water and Environmental

of the NEM:WA published a list of Waste Management Activities in respect of which a waste

management license is required. The Schedule to the Notice stipulates that no person may

commence, undertake or conduct a waste managemen

unless a license is issued in respect of that activity. The Schedule to the Notice also


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connected to the development main feed which is a 160 mm (0.16 m) diameter pipe. The reticulation pipe sizes will vary from 110 mm (0.11(0.075 m).

Activity : Physical alteration of undeveloped, vacant or derelicts land for residential, retail, commercial, recreational, institutional use where the total area to be transformed is 20 Hectares or more. Detail Description: The proposed development entails the establishment of a residential area on approximately 51.24 ha. The proposed Development will have a variety of amenities to complement the residential component. These includes the following: Public open Space: A total of 37 public open spaces have been provided. Business: Two business sites have been provided to serve the local community as a suburban shopping centre. Community Facility: Two community facility stands have been provided to meet the social need of the community. A church: A total of 3 church erprovided. No school sites have being provided as the proposed development is directly adjacent to the two schools situated in Roossenekal Extension 1. The size of the portion of the farm where the development is to take is 295.183 ha. However the proposed area to be developed is approximately 51.24

National Environmental Management: Waste Act (Act No.59 of 2008)

National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008

came into operation on 1 July 2009, with the exception of section 28(7) (a), sections 35

New Listed Waste Management Activities under the NEM: WA (GN 718 of 3 July 2009

On 3 July 2009, the Acting Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, under section 19(1)

published a list of Waste Management Activities in respect of which a waste


commence, undertake or conduct a waste management activity listed in the Schedule



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connected to the development main feed which is a m) diameter pipe. The reticulation

mm (0.11 m) to 75 mm

Physical alteration of undeveloped, vacant or derelicts land for residential, retail, commercial, recreational, institutional use where the total area to be transformed is 20 Hectares or more.

The proposed development entails the blishment of a residential area on

ha. The proposed Development will have a variety of amenities to complement the residential component. These

A total of 37 public open

Two business sites have been provided to serve the local community as a suburban shopping

Two community facility stands have been provided to meet the social need

A total of 3 church erven have been

No school sites have being provided as the proposed development is directly adjacent to the two schools situated in Roossenekal Extension 1. The size of the portion of the farm where the development is to

r the proposed area to be developed is approximately 51.24 ha.

of 2008)

59 of 2008) (NEM: WA)

a), sections 35-41

GN 718 of 3 July 2009)

Affairs, under section 19(1)

published a list of Waste Management Activities in respect of which a waste


t activity listed in the Schedule



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distinguishes between two categories of waste management activities which now require

licensing, including various activities associat

and recovery of waste, treatment of waste (which includes the remediation of

contaminated land) and disposal of waste. The Schedule to the Notice also stipulates that a

person who wishes to commence, undertake

categories must, as part of the Waste Management License Application, conduct either a

basic assessment process (for Category A Waste Management Activities) or an

environmental impact assessment process (for Catego

stipulated in the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations made under the

The proposed Mapochsgronde

terms of the NEW: WA. All waste management services will be provided by the Municipality,

who is the applicant in this case.

2.4 The National Water Act (Act The National Water Act (Act

South Africa’s water resources. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that water resources of

the nation are protected, used, developed, conserved and controlled. It is concerned with

the allocation of equitable access and the conservation of water resources within South

Africa. The NWA repeals many of the powers and functions of the Water Act (Act

1956).

Key aspects of the National Water Act

• Catchment Areas -

dam or weir type facility require

• Water Supply - Under the

permits for water usage and the disposal of wastewater from the authority

responsible for the administration of the Act, namel

Affairs (DWA).

• Any private well or borehole

reported and registered with the regulatory authority.

• Wastewater - The NWA

wastewater management.

The proposed Mapochsgronde

terms of the NWA. Water and waste water management services will be provided by the

Municipality, who is the applicant in this case.


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licensing, including various activities associated with the storage of waste, reuse, recycling



person who wishes to commence, undertake or conduct an activity listed in the two



environmental impact assessment process (for Category B Waste Management Activities), as

stipulated in the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations made under the

gronde residential development will not require authorization in

. All waste management services will be provided by the Municipality,

who is the applicant in this case.

The National Water Act (Act No. 36 of 1998)

The National Water Act (Act No. 36 of 1998) (NWA) is the fundamental law for managing

ter resources. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that water resources of



repeals many of the powers and functions of the Water Act (Act

of the National Water Act include:

Any disturbance to a watercourse such as the construction of a

dam or weir type facility requires authorization from the Minister of Water Affairs.

Under the NWA, a developer is required to obtain the necessary


responsible for the administration of the Act, namely the Department of Water

Any private well or borehole sunk for the abstraction of groundwater has to be

reported and registered with the regulatory authority.

NWA is the principal piece of South African legislation governing

wastewater management.

gronde residential development will not require authorization in


Municipality, who is the applicant in this case.


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ed with the storage of waste, reuse, recycling



or conduct an activity listed in the two



ry B Waste Management Activities), as

stipulated in the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations made under the NEMA.

development will not require authorization in

. All waste management services will be provided by the Municipality,

is the fundamental law for managing

ter resources. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that water resources of



repeals many of the powers and functions of the Water Act (Act No. 54 of

Any disturbance to a watercourse such as the construction of a

s authorization from the Minister of Water Affairs.

, a developer is required to obtain the necessary


y the Department of Water

sunk for the abstraction of groundwater has to be

is the principal piece of South African legislation governing

development will not require authorization in



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2.5 Other Relevant Legislation

• The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993) (OHSA)

• The Hazardous Substance Act, 1973 (Act No. 15 of 1973) (HSA);

• The National Environmental Management:

2004) (NEM:BA);

• The National Heritage Resources Act, 1999 (Act No. 25 of 1999) (NHRA); and

• The Conservation of Natural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983) (CNRA).


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Relevant Legislation

The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993) (OHSA)

Hazardous Substance Act, 1973 (Act No. 15 of 1973) (HSA);

The National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of

The National Heritage Resources Act, 1999 (Act No. 25 of 1999) (NHRA); and

The Conservation of Natural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983) (CNRA).


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The Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993) (OHSA);

Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of

The National Heritage Resources Act, 1999 (Act No. 25 of 1999) (NHRA); and

The Conservation of Natural Resources Act, 1983 (Act No. 43 of 1983) (CNRA).


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3 BRIEF PROJECT DESCRI

The proposed project is for the establishment of 1041

51,24 ha of the Remainder of the farm Mapochsgronde 911 JS in Roossenekal. The proposed

residential area will be known as Roossenekal


create an aesthetically pleasing residential area.

• Public Open Space:

Some of these park strips will act as pedestrian

accommodate storm water drainage.

• Business: Two business sites have been provided. This will serve the local

community as a suburban shopping

• Community Facility

will serve to meet the social needs of the local community.

• Church: A total of 3 church erven have been provided.

The layout plan for the proposed development is indicated in Figure 3.1.

(Figure not to sc

Figure 3.1 The surface Infrastructure


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BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION

is for the establishment of 1041 residential units on approximately




create an aesthetically pleasing residential area. These include the following

Public Open Space: A total of 37 public open space erven have been provided.

Some of these park strips will act as pedestrian thoroughfares

accommodate storm water drainage.

Two business sites have been provided. This will serve the local

community as a suburban shopping centre.

Facility: Two community facility stands has been provided. The erven

will serve to meet the social needs of the local community.

: A total of 3 church erven have been provided.

for the proposed development is indicated in Figure 3.1.


The surface Infrastructure


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Extension 2. The proposed development will


These include the following:

pen space erven have been provided.

thoroughfares, as well as to

Two business sites have been provided. This will serve the local

ds has been provided. The erven


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3.1 Engineering Services

3.1.1 Bulk Services

Water and sewerage services are planned to be supplied by the local municipality. During

the compilation of this report, no technical details regarding the water reservoir and

related capacity could be obtained. Such details will b

available.

3.1.2 Internal Services

3.1.2.1 Access roads Access to the development is proposed on the eastern side via the extension of Middle

Street as well as on the north

street will have a road reserve of

carriageway is proposed to be an asphalt layer. The intersection will be designed to allow

for adequate sight distance and ease for manoeuvring of high traf

The internal streets will be 10

precast kerbing on both sides. The roads will be designed to have a 3% cross fall

dissipate storm water or

accordance with the guidelines for human settlement planning and design and the relevant

TRH series. The designs will also be submitted to the

commencement of construction works.

3.1.2.2 Stormwater drainage Stormwater will be facilitated and managed via the internal road system and captured into

catch pits or ordinary kerb inlets that will

600 mm diameter 50D concrete will be used. Designs will be concluded in accordance with

the council’s specifications as well as the UTG4, guidelines for Urban Stormwater

Management, CUTA.

All the collected Stormwater will be discharged into the municipal st

3.1.2.3 Water Reticulation Network The water reticulation will be connected to the development main feed which is a 160

diameter pipe. The reticulation pipe sizes will vary from 110

class 9 pipes. The design specifi

for human settlement planning and design,

s Motsoaledi Local Municipality Proposed Mapochsgronde Residential Development

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Services

services are planned to be supplied by the local municipality. During


related capacity could be obtained. Such details will be included in the

Access to the development is proposed on the eastern side via the extension of Middle

Street as well as on the north-eastern side via the extension of Pieterse Street

street will have a road reserve of widths varying between 20 m and 25 m wide. The road


for adequate sight distance and ease for manoeuvring of high traffic volumes.

The internal streets will be 10 m wide; all roads will be sealed with an asphalt layer with

precast kerbing on both sides. The roads will be designed to have a 3% cross fall

dissipate storm water or run-off. The structural pavement works will be designed in


TRH series. The designs will also be submitted to the EMLM for approval

commencement of construction works.

inage

will be facilitated and managed via the internal road system and captured into

catch pits or ordinary kerb inlets that will be strategically positioned. Stormwater pipes of

mm diameter 50D concrete will be used. Designs will be concluded in accordance with


All the collected Stormwater will be discharged into the municipal storm water

Water Reticulation Network

The water reticulation will be connected to the development main feed which is a 160

diameter pipe. The reticulation pipe sizes will vary from 110 mm to 75 mm diameter uPVC

class 9 pipes. The design specifications will be concluded in accordance to the

planning and design, “the Red book”, as well as the specifications


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services are planned to be supplied by the local municipality. During


e included in the EIA Report if

Access to the development is proposed on the eastern side via the extension of Middle

Street. The access

m wide. The road


fic volumes.

wide; all roads will be sealed with an asphalt layer with

precast kerbing on both sides. The roads will be designed to have a 3% cross fall in order to

ent works will be designed in


for approval prior to the

will be facilitated and managed via the internal road system and captured into

strategically positioned. Stormwater pipes of

mm diameter 50D concrete will be used. Designs will be concluded in accordance with


orm water system.

The water reticulation will be connected to the development main feed which is a 160 mm

mm diameter uPVC

cations will be concluded in accordance to the guidelines.

the Red book”, as well as the specifications


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stipulated by EMLM. Each erf connection will be coupled to a water meter to monitor the

water consumption.

Provision of Water The development can be classified as Low Risk Group 2 for fire protection services. The

following elements for the supply of water for fire fighting are:

• Truck mains will be designed to deliver 900 litres/

the development which will be placed at a maximum of 240

• The storage facility will be capable

constantly for a duration of at

3.1.2.4 Sewer Network The design specifications of the council stipulates the minimum pipe size as being 160

in diameter, free flow sewer, class 34. Sewerage will be gravitated to the existing

Water Treatment Plant (WWTP

addressed by an outfall sewer network, linking each erf to the existing municipal

The planned line will be designed to incorporate precast concrete manholes at 80

intervals, at pipe kinks, adjoining pipes

3.1.2.5 Solid Waste Disposal

During the construction period it is proposed that all construction waste be removed from

the site by the responsible building contractor. All waste will further be disposed of at

licensed waste disposal facility. Solid waste generated during

collected by the local municipality

stream. Confirmation of waste disposal capacity will be required to be provided during the

EIA phase of this application.

3.1.2.6 Electrical Supply Electricity is currently supplied to the town of Roossenekal through an Eskom rural line

which also supplies numerous farms along the route. However usage is monitored by the

EMLM who have submitted an

is planned that the proposed development will make timeous application to the local

municipal for the required electrical demand which will be met once Eskom has agreed to

increase the capacity of the existing supply.


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. Each erf connection will be coupled to a water meter to monitor the

The development can be classified as Low Risk Group 2 for fire protection services. The

following elements for the supply of water for fire fighting are:

Truck mains will be designed to deliver 900 litres/minute from one fire hydrant in

the development which will be placed at a maximum of 240 m apart; and

The storage facility will be capable of providing water to the fire hydrant

constantly for a duration of at least 2 hours, thus a total volume of 108

design specifications of the council stipulates the minimum pipe size as being 160

in diameter, free flow sewer, class 34. Sewerage will be gravitated to the existing

WWTP). The proposed development sewerage requirements wil

addressed by an outfall sewer network, linking each erf to the existing municipal

The planned line will be designed to incorporate precast concrete manholes at 80

intervals, at pipe kinks, adjoining pipes and road crossings.

Disposal


the site by the responsible building contractor. All waste will further be disposed of at

waste disposal facility. Solid waste generated during the operational phase will be

local municipality. Waste will therefore feed into the existing waste


EIA phase of this application.

Electricity is currently supplied to the town of Roossenekal through an Eskom rural line


submitted an application to Eskom to increase the capacity of



increase the capacity of the existing supply.


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. Each erf connection will be coupled to a water meter to monitor the

The development can be classified as Low Risk Group 2 for fire protection services. The

one fire hydrant in

apart; and

water to the fire hydrant

least 2 hours, thus a total volume of 108 000 litres.

design specifications of the council stipulates the minimum pipe size as being 160 mm

in diameter, free flow sewer, class 34. Sewerage will be gravitated to the existing Waste

. The proposed development sewerage requirements will be

addressed by an outfall sewer network, linking each erf to the existing municipal WWTP.

The planned line will be designed to incorporate precast concrete manholes at 80 m


the site by the responsible building contractor. All waste will further be disposed of at a

the operational phase will be

aste will therefore feed into the existing waste


Electricity is currently supplied to the town of Roossenekal through an Eskom rural line


application to Eskom to increase the capacity of the town. It




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4 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES

4.1 Alternatives

The EIA Regulations stipulate that a requirement of the Scoping Process is to investigate

feasible and reasonable alternatives to the project proposal.

The EIA Regulations define “

means of meeting the general purpose and requirements of the activity, which may include

alternatives to –

a) the property on which or location where it is proposed to undertake the activity;

b) the type of activity to be undertaken;

c) the design or layout of the activity;

d) the technology to be used in the activity; and

e) The operational aspects of the activity.

4.1.1 Site Alternatives

The proposed housing development forms an extension of

Extension 1. Therefore the

development.

4.1.2 Activity Alternatives

The need for housing in the

and the proposed Eskom Tubatse Pumped

being adjacent to the town of

of a township development.

4.1.3 No-go Alternative

The ‘no-go’ alternative in this instance would entail

not take place at Roossenekal

‘no-go’ option would also result in much needed housing for the area not being developed

thereby influencing the poverty and devel

This option will also be assessed in terms of the various assessment criteria and reported on

in the EIA Report.


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PROJECT ALTERNATIVES AND PROJECT MOTIVATION


feasible and reasonable alternatives to the project proposal.

The EIA Regulations define “alternatives”, in relation to a proposed activity, as “different


the property on which or location where it is proposed to undertake the activity;

the type of activity to be undertaken;

the design or layout of the activity;

the technology to be used in the activity; and

The operational aspects of the activity.

The proposed housing development forms an extension of the existing

Therefore the locality of this farm portion makes it ideal for the proposed

Activity Alternatives

The need for housing in the area has increased due to the construction of the De

and the proposed Eskom Tubatse Pumped Storage Scheme. The locality of the farm portion

being adjacent to the town of Roossenekal Extension 1 makes it ideal for the establishment

of a township development.

go’ alternative in this instance would entail that the residential development does

Roossenekal, meaning the proposed area will retain its current status.

go’ option would also result in much needed housing for the area not being developed

thereby influencing the poverty and developmental levels of the area.



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sed activity, as “different


the property on which or location where it is proposed to undertake the activity;

existing Roossenekal

locality of this farm portion makes it ideal for the proposed

has increased due to the construction of the De Hoop Dam

of the farm portion

Extension 1 makes it ideal for the establishment

the residential development does

the proposed area will retain its current status. The

go’ option would also result in much needed housing for the area not being developed



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4.2 Need for the project

The need for housing within the area of

housing in the area has increased due to the construction of the De Hoop dam and the

proposed Eskom Tubatse Pumped Storage Scheme

The proposed application for township establishment forms part of the Highveld Steel and

Vanadium Corporation’s Social and Labour Plan(SLP), whereby funding is provided to the

EMLM for a specific project

Highveld Steel as well as officials from

was identified.

4.3 Desirability

It is not enough to motivate the proposed development only in terms of need, but it must

also be evaluated in terms of

The aspect that immediately comes to mind

proximity to the De Hoop Dam and the proposed Eskom Tubatse

well as operating mines, which are major employers. The development t

the opportunity to reside closer to the workplace.

Furthermore, the implementation phase will have a positive impact as far as job creation is

concerned. The proposed development

development within the town boundaries.


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Need for the project

The need for housing within the area of Roossenekal is an undeniable fact.


Pumped Storage Scheme.



where a need is identified. Various meetings were he

Highveld Steel as well as officials from EMLM, where the need for this specific development


also be evaluated in terms of desirability.

The aspect that immediately comes to mind is the fact that the development is in close

proximity to the De Hoop Dam and the proposed Eskom Tubatse Pumped Storage Scheme as

which are major employers. The development thus gives people

the opportunity to reside closer to the workplace.


concerned. The proposed development proposes to have a positive impact on overall

ithin the town boundaries.


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The demand for




where a need is identified. Various meetings were held between

, where the need for this specific development


is the fact that the development is in close

Storage Scheme as

hus gives people


to have a positive impact on overall


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5 BASELINE ENVIRONMENT

5.1 Geology

The northern portion of the Olifants Water Management Area

features. The upper reaches are underlain by a variety of porous consolidated and partially

consolidated sedimentary strata, predominantly sandstones, quartzites and felsites of the

Waterberg and Soutpansberg Groups. The Bushveld Ign

geological feature in the WMA, and it contains a large proportion of the region’s mineral

wealth. This geological feature consists mostly of basic mafic and ultramafic intrusive

rocks, and acidic and intermediate intrusiv

catchment have a variety of geological features.

The upper reaches are underlain by acid and intermediate intrusive rocks of the Waterberg

Group and mafic and ultramafic formations. The Karoo Supergroup forma

the Lebombo Group and Clarens Formation sandstones, as well as Ecca Group shales,

siltstones and mudstones are predominantly in the western portion of the sub

The central and eastern portions are underlain by a variety of roc

Complex. These include the Lebowa Granites, outcrops of the Rashoop Granophyre Suite

and the Rustenburg Layered Suite.

The most easterly portion of the sub

of the Basement Complex. The northern portion of the sub

of the Transvaal Sequence, with prominent silicified sandstones and quartzites of the Black

Reef Quartzite Formation. Large portions of Chueniespoort dolomites and Pretoria Group

shales, hornfels and quartzites also occur in this sub

illustrated in Figure 5.1.

5.2 Climate

5.2.1 Rainfall

The area is in the summer rainfall (October to March) region of South Africa and has an

approximated annual rainfall of

of January, the month with the highest average rainfall.

year, during March through to October, frost is expected (Soil and Irrigation Research

Institute, 1987).


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BASELINE ENVIRONMENTAL DESCRIPTION

The northern portion of the Olifants Water Management Area (WMA) has complex geological



Waterberg and Soutpansberg Groups. The Bushveld Igneous Complex is the most prominent



rocks, and acidic and intermediate intrusive rocks. The middle parts of the Olifants sub

catchment have a variety of geological features.


Group and mafic and ultramafic formations. The Karoo Supergroup formations consisting of


siltstones and mudstones are predominantly in the western portion of the sub

The central and eastern portions are underlain by a variety of rocks of the Bushveld Igneous


Layered Suite.

The most easterly portion of the sub-catchment is underlain by granitic and gneissic rocks

omplex. The northern portion of the sub-catchment is underlain by rocks



s, hornfels and quartzites also occur in this sub-catchment. The geology of the area is


approximated annual rainfall of 878 mm. An average of 123.1 mm is recorded for the month

of January, the month with the highest average rainfall. For approximately 25 days of the



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has complex geological



eous Complex is the most prominent



e rocks. The middle parts of the Olifants sub-


tions consisting of


siltstones and mudstones are predominantly in the western portion of the sub-catchment.

ks of the Bushveld Igneous


catchment is underlain by granitic and gneissic rocks

catchment is underlain by rocks



catchment. The geology of the area is


mm is recorded for the month

pproximately 25 days of the



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Figure 5.1 Geology of the area

5.2.2 Temperature

Warm summers and cold winters are generally expected for the region of the preferred

site, with average maximum and minimum temperatures of 20.3

5.3 Topography

The topography of the Olifants WMA ranges from approximately 150 m above

level (mamsl) in the north-eastern portion, to about 2,400

the WMA. The Steelpoort River passes through the Middle veldt whilst the northern portion

of the study area is in the Bushveld. The Steelpoort basin lies on an escarpment between

1,500 - 2,400 mamsl. To the west of the Steelpoort River lie the conspicuous

Nebo/Sekhukhune Mountains.

The Nebo/Sekhukhune land plateau is characterized by a circular mountain range on its

southern, eastern, and northern side. On the western side, the Nebo Plateau is bounded by

the Olifants River. This mountain range is also known as the Leolo Mountai

and northern side. This grassy plateau slopes westwards, varying in height from 1,800 m in

the east, 1,400 m in the centre and 1,100 m in the west, with a dense concentration of

villages of the Greater Sekhukhune


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Geology of the area


site, with average maximum and minimum temperatures of 20.3°C and 7.3°C

The topography of the Olifants WMA ranges from approximately 150 m above

eastern portion, to about 2,400 mamsl in the southern parts of

River passes through the Middle veldt whilst the northern portion


. To the west of the Steelpoort River lie the conspicuous

ns.



the Olifants River. This mountain range is also known as the Leolo Mountains on the eastern



villages of the Greater Sekhukhune Land District.


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°C, respectively.

The topography of the Olifants WMA ranges from approximately 150 m above mean sea

in the southern parts of

River passes through the Middle veldt whilst the northern portion


. To the west of the Steelpoort River lie the conspicuous



ns on the eastern




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5.4 Soils

Soils of the middle parts of the Olifants sub

deep sandy-clay loam soils in the west, to deep, black, blocky vertisols in the south

to moderate to deep sandy loam soils in the central portions of the sub

south-eastern portions of the sub

the northern portions of the sub

as moderately shallow to moderately deep, clayey loam to clay

granitic areas. The Steelpoort sub

of the Bushveld Igneous Complex. Large mining reserves of the platinum group metals and

ferrochrome reserves exist.

The Steelpoort River valley is a relatively flat

in a predominantly north-easterly direction as a result of the Steelpoort Fault. It mainly

comprises undulating norite, pyroxenite and magnetite outcrops and hills, and dongas

(eroded areas of weak structured soils). The east and west of the Steelpoort River are

steep-sided and have hilly and mountainous terrain. The soils of the Steelpoort sub

catchment are divided into three main groups (MMSDsa

deep, stony sandy-clay loam soils on the foot slopes and the sloping and undulating terrain

in the upper reaches of the sub

clayey loam soils that line the valley bottoms in the middle reaches of the sub

These are suitable for cultivation. As a result, rain

practiced in this region. The central and lower reaches of the sub

shallow to moderately deep, fine to coarse, sandy alluvial soils lining floo

river channels. Refer to Figure 5.


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Soils of the middle parts of the Olifants sub-catchment vary from shallow to moderately

clay loam soils in the west, to deep, black, blocky vertisols in the south

to moderate to deep sandy loam soils in the central portions of the sub-

eastern portions of the sub-catchment have shallow, sandy to sandy loam soils, while

the northern portions of the sub-catchment have moderate to deep clay loam soils as well

as moderately shallow to moderately deep, clayey loam to clay-rich, fine-grained soils over

The Steelpoort sub-catchment is characterised by predominantly basic rocks


ferrochrome reserves exist.

valley is a relatively flat-bottomed and steep-sided valley, orientated

easterly direction as a result of the Steelpoort Fault. It mainly


areas of weak structured soils). The east and west of the Steelpoort River are

sided and have hilly and mountainous terrain. The soils of the Steelpoort sub

catchment are divided into three main groups (MMSDsa, 2001). There are moderate to

clay loam soils on the foot slopes and the sloping and undulating terrain

in the upper reaches of the sub-catchment. There are also shallow to moderately deep

clayey loam soils that line the valley bottoms in the middle reaches of the sub

These are suitable for cultivation. As a result, rain-fed and irrigation agriculture are

practiced in this region. The central and lower reaches of the sub-catchment consist of

shallow to moderately deep, fine to coarse, sandy alluvial soils lining flood terraces on the

Refer to Figure 5.2 for the soils in the proposed area.


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catchment vary from shallow to moderately

clay loam soils in the west, to deep, black, blocky vertisols in the south-west,

-catchment. The

catchment have shallow, sandy to sandy loam soils, while

catchment have moderate to deep clay loam soils as well

grained soils over

catchment is characterised by predominantly basic rocks


sided valley, orientated

easterly direction as a result of the Steelpoort Fault. It mainly


areas of weak structured soils). The east and west of the Steelpoort River are

sided and have hilly and mountainous terrain. The soils of the Steelpoort sub-

). There are moderate to

clay loam soils on the foot slopes and the sloping and undulating terrain

catchment. There are also shallow to moderately deep

clayey loam soils that line the valley bottoms in the middle reaches of the sub-catchment.

fed and irrigation agriculture are

catchment consist of

d terraces on the


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Figure 5.2 Soil types in the area

5.5 Hydrology

The project area is situated in Water Management Area 4 (WMA 4: Olifants) and within

quaternary catchment area B41C.

Management area and Figure 5.4 for the

000 topographical data and Google Earth imagery it would appear that the area is situated

next to a small settlement within a generally rural landscape. The area is located between

two major national Rivers namely t

(approximately 9 km) and east (approximately 11

present on site with the closest natural streams occurring in close proximity (approximately

300 – 500 m) all around the s

easterly direction.

According to WR2005 data,

annum and generates a Mean Annual R

Annual Evaporation (MAE) in the area is 1

Province of South Africa. Streams in the area are mostly non

only occur after rainfall events.


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in the area


quaternary catchment area B41C. Refer to figure 5.3 for the location of the Olifants Water

Management area and Figure 5.4 for the Olifants WMA Catchments. From the available 1:50



two major national Rivers namely the Steelpoort and the Klip Rivers to the west

km) and east (approximately 11 km) respectively. No water features are


m) all around the site area. Natural drainage on site mainly occurs in a north

the area has a Mean Annual Precipitation (MAP)

a Mean Annual Runoff (MAR) of 14,800,000 m3 per annum.

in the area is 1,500 mm which is typical for areas

Province of South Africa. Streams in the area are mostly non-perennial and stream flow will

only occur after rainfall events.


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location of the Olifants Water

the available 1:50



he Steelpoort and the Klip Rivers to the west

km) respectively. No water features are


ite area. Natural drainage on site mainly occurs in a north

has a Mean Annual Precipitation (MAP) of 694 mm per

per annum. The Mean

s in the Limpopo

perennial and stream flow will


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Figure 5.3 Location of the Olifants Water Management area


Figure 5.4 Layout of the


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Location of the Olifants Water Management area


Layout of the Olifants WMA Catchments


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5.6 Groundwater

The depth to groundwater is generally shallow

(mbgl); however it varies from artesian to a maximum depth of 60.45

relationship (correlation = 86%) exists between groundwater levels and surface topography.

There are two main aquifer systems present in the area,

associated weathered aquifers in the Igneous Bushveld Supergroup rocks. Most of the

groundwater movement within this system will probably occur in fractures and weathered

zones. The hydraulic conductivities in these aquifers tend to be in the

m/d in the rock matrices however they might be orders of magnitude higher in the

fractures.

The groundwater recharge for these aquifers tends to be low especially in areas that are

characterised by steep topography (~ 3%).

material present in these aquifers ranges from large boulders to fine silty material.

Depending on the aquifer characteristics and the proximity to the river the groundwater

recharge in these aquifers can v

Bushveld aquifer to the west of the alluvial aquifer will be affected to some degree by

mining activities.

Steelpoort has a harvest potential of 10

potential of the environment is directly related to (among others) the water in the region

(groundwater, rivers and streams). The impact of the

5.7 Biodiversity

The region contains several important conservation areas and is co

terms of the wide variety and unique features of its flora and fauna. The Steelpoort River

passes through a largely modified environment, although there are some natural

(unmodified) areas. To the north, the vegetation is almost total

natural areas remaining. According to Low and Rebello (1996), the area falls within the

Grassland and Savanna Biomes. Grasslands are dominated by a single layer of grasses. The

amount of cover depends on rainfall and the degree of gra

a few localised habitats. Geophytes are often abundant. Frost, fire and grazing maintain

the grass dominance and prevent the establishment of trees (Rutherford & Westfall, 1986).

Maize, sorghum, wheat and sunflowers are fa


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The depth to groundwater is generally shallow, averaging 11.19 meters below ground level

mbgl); however it varies from artesian to a maximum depth of 60.45

n = 86%) exists between groundwater levels and surface topography.

There are two main aquifer systems present in the area, and they are



zones. The hydraulic conductivities in these aquifers tend to be in the vicinity of 0.01



characterised by steep topography (~ 3%). Alluvial aquifers occur along the rivers. The



recharge in these aquifers can vary greatly (from > 3% to < 30%). The water levels in the


Steelpoort has a harvest potential of 10,000 – 15,000 m3/km2 per annum. The harvest

tial of the environment is directly related to (among others) the water in the region

(groundwater, rivers and streams). The impact of the upper reservoir must be considered.

The region contains several important conservation areas and is considered important in



(unmodified) areas. To the north, the vegetation is almost totally modified, with few



amount of cover depends on rainfall and the degree of grazing. Trees are absent, except in



Maize, sorghum, wheat and sunflowers are farmed successfully within this Biome.


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meters below ground level

mbgl); however it varies from artesian to a maximum depth of 60.45 mbgl. A good

n = 86%) exists between groundwater levels and surface topography.

they are fractured and



vicinity of 0.01 - 5



Alluvial aquifers occur along the rivers. The



ary greatly (from > 3% to < 30%). The water levels in the


per annum. The harvest

tial of the environment is directly related to (among others) the water in the region

upper reservoir must be considered.

nsidered important in



ly modified, with few



zing. Trees are absent, except in



rmed successfully within this Biome.


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The Savanna Biome is characterised by a grassy ground layer and a distinct upper layer of

woody plants. Where this upper layer is near the ground, the vegetation is usually referred

to as Shrubveld; where it is dense,

are locally known as Bushveld. Nationally, much of the biome is used for game farming and

can, thus, be considered effectively preserved, provided that sustainable stocking levels

are maintained (Low & Rebello, 1996). However, this is not necessari

study area (van Rooyen, 2003). Most of the riverine habitats in the middle parts of the

Olifants sub-catchment are in a poor state, with the exception of the area located

upstream of the Rust De Winter Dam, where the Elands River is in a fair state. In

biota in the Elands River is in a fair to poor state.

In the Steelpoort sub-catchment the escarpment is characterised by Highveld grasslands

and mixed Bushveld. The ecological state of

The Spekboom River is in a good state, with riparian vegetation reflecting fair health. There

are good fish populations and invertebrates that reflect a relatively natural (unmodified)

state of health.

5.7.1 Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism

The Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism is underlain by the Bushveld Igneous Complex

and covers an area of approximately 5,449 km

specialists (including both herbaceous and woody pla

survival in the habitats derived from the unique geology in this area. The Sekhukhune

Centre of Plant Endemism is made up of the Roossenekal

centre and the Steelpoort

Steelpoort River valley. The Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism is a unique

wilmsii-dominated mountain Bushveld, with twenty taxa endemic to this centre and

occurring nowhere else. Refer to Figur

for the terrestrial biodiversity

5.8 Heritage and Cultural Sites

The study area is known to be rich in cultural heritage and archaeological resources,

including graves of recent and less recent origin. No

identified in the proposed area. These will be investigated and quantified via

specialist study in the EIA Phase


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to as Shrubveld; where it is dense, it is known as Woodland; and the intermediate stages



Rebello, 1996). However, this is not necessarily the case in the


catchment are in a poor state, with the exception of the area located

De Winter Dam, where the Elands River is in a fair state. In

biota in the Elands River is in a fair to poor state.

catchment the escarpment is characterised by Highveld grasslands

and mixed Bushveld. The ecological state of the Steelpoort River is considered to be fair.



hune Centre of Plant Endemism


and covers an area of approximately 5,449 km2. The endemic plants are primarily edaphic

specialists (including both herbaceous and woody plants) that are specially adapted for


of Plant Endemism is made up of the Roossenekal sub-centre, Leolo Mountain

and the Steelpoort sub-centre. The Steelpoort sub-centre is located in the larger

Steelpoort River valley. The Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism is a unique

dominated mountain Bushveld, with twenty taxa endemic to this centre and

Refer to Figure 5.3 for the vegetation of the area and Figure 5.4

terrestrial biodiversity in the area.

Heritage and Cultural Sites


including graves of recent and less recent origin. No heritage or cultural

identified in the proposed area. These will be investigated and quantified via

in the EIA Phase that will identify and assess cultural heritage resources.


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it is known as Woodland; and the intermediate stages



ly the case in the


catchment are in a poor state, with the exception of the area located

De Winter Dam, where the Elands River is in a fair state. In-stream

catchment the escarpment is characterised by Highveld grasslands

the Steelpoort River is considered to be fair.




. The endemic plants are primarily edaphic

nts) that are specially adapted for


centre, Leolo Mountain sub-

is located in the larger

Steelpoort River valley. The Sekhukhune Centre of Plant Endemism is a unique Kirkia

dominated mountain Bushveld, with twenty taxa endemic to this centre and

e 5.3 for the vegetation of the area and Figure 5.4


heritage or cultural sites have been

identified in the proposed area. These will be investigated and quantified via a specific

that will identify and assess cultural heritage resources.


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Figure 5.5 Vegetation of the area

Figure not to scale

Figure 5.6 Terrestrial Biodiversity


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Vegetation of the area

Figure not to scale – please refer to Appendix B for the A3 figure)

Terrestrial Biodiversity


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5.9 Air Quality

The main sources of air pollution

impact is at an acceptable level as per the environmental impact studies done before the

operations started. The municipality is also developing a comprehensive environmental

analysis in order to obtain a better understanding of the current state of its environment.

This report will serve in Council and would include interventions to address environmental

challenges. It would further align to the approved

the area. The proposed development will result in

construction phase.

5.10 Noise

It is anticipated that there will be an increase in noise during the construction period. This

could affect some of the landowners located clo

homes and business premises

impacts of noise on the surrounding environment.


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pollution in the area are related to operations at the mines whose



der to obtain a better understanding of the current state of its environment.


challenges. It would further align to the approved Spatial Development Framework (

The proposed development will result in air pollution mainly during the


could affect some of the landowners located close to the site and will certainly affect any

homes and business premises. Mitigation measures will be put into place to minimise the

impacts of noise on the surrounding environment.


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operations at the mines whose



der to obtain a better understanding of the current state of its environment.


Spatial Development Framework (SDF) of

mainly during the


se to the site and will certainly affect any

. Mitigation measures will be put into place to minimise the


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5.11 Social Economic Environment

5.11.1 Population

The Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality

2009/2010 indicates that the total population of the EMLM is

increase in 2007 compared to an es

population of 233,215 in 2001 to 247,

job opportunities created by th

in economic activities in the municipal area.

GSDMis indicated in Table 5.1.

Table5.1 Population per Municipality

Municipal Data

Fetakgomo

Elias Motsoaledi

Makhuduthamaga

Marble Hall

Tubatse

Total (GSDM)

Source: GSDM IDP of 2009/2010.

The predominant population group in EMLM is Black African (98%.), followed by White

(1,0%). In total, 12.5% of the population are under the age of 19. Just over

population is female (55.1%). From

(about 189,000 people) reside in the Moutse and Cross Border areas.

the EMLM is indicated in Table 5.2.

Table5.2 Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Total populationPopulation Group

Population

2001

Blacks 218 290

Coloured 203

Indians or Asians 113

White 2 127

Grand Total 220 733

Source: Stats SA Census 2001 and Community Survey 2007

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Social Economic Environment

Greater Sekhukhune District Municipality (GSDM) Integrated Development Plan (

2009/2010 indicates that the total population of the EMLM is 247,488. This shows a 5.7%

2007 compared to an estimated growth of 4.2% by 2010. The growth

population of 233,215 in 2001 to 247,488 in 2007 could be attributed to natural

job opportunities created by the District, Local Municipalities (LMs) and the overall

economic activities in the municipal area. The population per municipality

is indicated in Table 5.1.

Population per Municipality

Total

112,232

247,488

262,726

124,510

343,468

1,090,424

Source: GSDM IDP of 2009/2010.


(1,0%). In total, 12.5% of the population are under the age of 19. Just over

population is female (55.1%). From Table 5.2, it is evident that 86% of the total population

000 people) reside in the Moutse and Cross Border areas. The total population in

is indicated in Table 5.2.

Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Total population Population

% 2001 Population

numbers 2007

218 290 98.9 244,707

0.1 6

0.1 579

2 127 0.1 2,199

220 733 100 247,488


Proposed Maposchgronde Residential Development

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Integrated Development Plan (IDP) for

This shows a 5.7%

The growth from a

to natural growth and

and the overall growth

ipality within the


(1,0%). In total, 12.5% of the population are under the age of 19. Just over half of the

, it is evident that 86% of the total population

otal population in

% 2007

98.88

0.00

0.23

0.89

100


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The GSDM estimated a total of 51,518 households in 2005 and the average household size is

4.52 (EMLM’s LED strategy, 2007). Most households

households consist of a single person, followed by households consisting of two and three

persons (both at 12.9%). It is reported that slightly more than half (50.3%) of the properties

are owned and fully paid for by t

indicates the population and

Table5.3 Population and House holdsMunicipality Population

Elias Motsoaledi 2001

221 638

Source: GSDM IDP of 2007/2008 Review. The average population density (people per km²) in the EMLM is 69 people per km². This

figure is somewhat higher than the

Makhuduthamaga Municipalities but significantly lower than the comparative figures for the

Fetakgomo (89) and the Tubatse Local Municipalities (141).

5.11.2 Age Distribution

In 2001 the total figure for males

which was 49% of the total population. In 2007 in the same age category the total

population figure for males and females was 113

There was an increase of 6

follows; in 2001 the figure was 99

(48%) of the total population in 2007. There was a population increase of 19

the 65+ age category in 2001 there were 13

increased to 14,771 in 2007, 6%

1,264 (0.5%). The age and gender profile is


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4.52 (EMLM’s LED strategy, 2007). Most households are headed by a female (57.7%). 15.9%



are owned and fully paid for by their owners (Social Impact Assessment, 2006). Table 5.3

d number of households in the area.

Population and House holds Population No. Of Households Average

Household

2001 2005 2001 2005

221 638 233,215 48,762 51,518

Source: GSDM IDP of 2007/2008 Review.

The average population density (people per km²) in the EMLM is 69 people per km². This

figure is somewhat higher than the comparative figures for the Greater Marble Hall and


Fetakgomo (89) and the Tubatse Local Municipalities (141).

In 2001 the total figure for males and females within the age category of 0


population figure for males and females was 113,799 which was 46% of the total population.

There was an increase of 6,183 (2.5%). In the 18-64 age category the statistics was as

follows; in 2001 the figure was 99,616 (45%) of the total population and grew to 118

(48%) of the total population in 2007. There was a population increase of 19

gory in 2001 there were 13,507 (6%) of the total population. The number

, 6% of the total population. This means the population grew by

The age and gender profile is provided in Table 5.4.


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are headed by a female (57.7%). 15.9%



heir owners (Social Impact Assessment, 2006). Table 5.3

Average

Household Size

4.25

4.52

The average population density (people per km²) in the EMLM is 69 people per km². This

comparative figures for the Greater Marble Hall and


and females within the age category of 0-17 was 107,616


799 which was 46% of the total population.

64 age category the statistics was as

616 (45%) of the total population and grew to 118,925

(48%) of the total population in 2007. There was a population increase of 19,309 (8%). In

507 (6%) of the total population. The number

of the total population. This means the population grew by


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Table5.4 Age and Gender Profile

Age Group

Male (2001)

Male% 2001

Female 2001

0-17 53,444 24% 54.172

18-64 40,863 18% 58,753

65+ 4.422 2% 9.085

Total 98,729 44% 122,009

Source: Stats SA Census 2001 and Community Survey 2007 The 0-17 age group constitutes a significant amount of the total population. This is the

group that holds the key to regeneration and

EMLM should develope supportive interventions in collaboration with other spheres of

government to improve educational and vocational job opportunities for this group. The

municipality should find ways of contributi

the municipal area. The municipality should further embark on interventions to alleviate

the plight of young people who have become breadwinners as a result

The second highest category is age

This group is also faced

vulnerability and poverty. These include HIV/AIDS, joblessness and lack of skills. They

constitute the poor and marginali

the population that reported having had no schooling in 2001. Only 6% of the population is

over the age of 65. The proportion of females is marginally higher (54%) than that of

the social implications of this for the municipality are significant. It is likely to imply that

women head most households and thus their participation in economic activities is limited

by the need to fulfil dual roles of being a provider and a nurturer. The latter role

very nature time intensive and emotional oriented.

5.11.3 Level of Education

Rosalyn McKeown (2002: 5) argues that when education levels are low, economies are often

limited to resource extraction and agriculture. In many countries, the current level of basic

education is so low that it severely hinders development options and plan


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Age and Gender Profile

Female%2001

Total Population

2001

Male 2007

Male % 2007

25% 107 616 55.762 23% 58.037

27% 66 616 51.934 21% 66.991

4% 13 507 40254 2% 10.515

56% (220,738) 111.947 46% 135.545


17 age group constitutes a significant amount of the total population. This is the

group that holds the key to regeneration and development efforts of any municipality.

supportive interventions in collaboration with other spheres of


municipality should find ways of contributing to early childhood development initiatives in


the plight of young people who have become breadwinners as a result of HIV/AIDS.

The second highest category is age 18–64, which constitutes 48% of the total population.

This group is also faced with various environmental stresses that expose them to


constitute the poor and marginalised. They also constitute the highest number (45.7%) of


over the age of 65. The proportion of females is marginally higher (54%) than that of

cations of this for the municipality are significant. It is likely to imply that

eholds and thus their participation in economic activities is limited

by the need to fulfil dual roles of being a provider and a nurturer. The latter role

time intensive and emotional oriented.



education is so low that it severely hinders development options and plans for a sustainable


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Female (2007)

Female%

Total Population

58.037 23% 113 799

66.991 27% 118 925

10.515 4% 14 772

135.545 54% 247 495

17 age group constitutes a significant amount of the total population. This is the

development efforts of any municipality.

supportive interventions in collaboration with other spheres of


ng to early childhood development initiatives in


HIV/AIDS.

48% of the total population.

various environmental stresses that expose them to


sed. They also constitute the highest number (45.7%) of


over the age of 65. The proportion of females is marginally higher (54%) than that of males;

cations of this for the municipality are significant. It is likely to imply that

eholds and thus their participation in economic activities is limited

by the need to fulfil dual roles of being a provider and a nurturer. The latter role is by its



s for a sustainable


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future. A higher education level is necessary to create jobs and industries that are "greener"

(i.e., those having lower environmental impacts) and more sustainable. According to the

GSDM, the percentage of the population in Sekhukhune

schooling is highest in both Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces (GSDM, IDP 2007/2008,

Review). This indicates a 21% illiteracy rate in the District.

The education profile of the adult population of the

information indicates that 45.7% of the adult population has not received any form of

schooling and that a further 10.7% has only completed some form of primary education.

Moreover, only 11.9% of the adult population completed Grade

form of higher education. Table 5.5 indicates the level of education for adult population.

Table5.5 Level of education for adult population

Category

No schooling

Some primary

Complete primary

Some secondary

Std 10/Grade12

Higher

Total

Source: Demarcation Board (2007). 5.11.4 Income Distribution

The minimum subsistence

considered to be R 15,600 per year or R

IDP, 2005/6). However, in

population earned less than R

earned between R 153,601

means that the majority of the population lived below the poverty datum line. The effect

of this is that that state of affair severely limits members of affected household to obtain a

tertiary qualification, to obtain capital for entrepreneurial purposes, and to buy products

and services from local suppliers and therefore fail to contribute to local economic

development. In 2007 about 95.16% earned less than R

between R 19, 201 - R 153,

earned an income of R 614,401 and more.


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GSDM, the percentage of the population in Sekhukhune older than 20 years of age with no

schooling is highest in both Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces (GSDM, IDP 2007/2008,

). This indicates a 21% illiteracy rate in the District.

The education profile of the adult population of the EMLM is summarized in Table



Moreover, only 11.9% of the adult population completed Grade 12 and only 4.5% have some

Table 5.5 indicates the level of education for adult population.

Level of education for adult population

Number Percentage %

46 551 44.8

11 156 10.7

4 229 4.1

22 796 22.0

12 407 11.9

4 686 4.5

103 826 100.00

Source: Demarcation Board (2007).

Income Distribution

The minimum subsistence income (breadline) for households to survive in Limpopo is

600 per year or R 1,300 per month (Capricorn District Municipality

IDP, 2005/6). However, in the EMLM according to population census 2001 86% of the

than R 19,200. 13.4% earned between R 19,201 - R

- R 614,400. 0.15 earned between R 614,401 and above. This


at state of affair severely limits members of affected household to obtain a



velopment. In 2007 about 95.16% earned less than R 19,200. 4.44% earned an income of

,600. 0.35% earned between R 153,601 - R 614,

401 and more.


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older than 20 years of age with no

schooling is highest in both Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces (GSDM, IDP 2007/2008, and

zed in Table 5.5. This



12 and only 4.5% have some

Table 5.5 indicates the level of education for adult population.

Percentage %

44.8

10.7

4.1

22.0

11.9

4.5

100.00

income (breadline) for households to survive in Limpopo is

300 per month (Capricorn District Municipality

EMLM according to population census 2001 86% of the

R 153,600. 0.4 %

401 and above. This


at state of affair severely limits members of affected household to obtain a



200. 4.44% earned an income of

,400. Only 0.09%


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The two sets of figures indicate a growth o

that the population increase was not met by a concomitant growth in earnings. Where

population increase is due to inward migration the implication hereof is that people coming

to the municipality are those tha

goods infrastructure and services.

It is therefore apparent that the municipality needs to develop the economic sector so as to

absorb the unemployed before this turns into a crisis. Poverty allevi

an interim measure to provide relief in the short term. The issuing of grants could alleviate

the situation somewhat but it should not be regarded as an end in themselves but a means

thereto. Life skills development can also assist

income to sustain households. The annual household is indicated in Table 5.6.

Table 5.6 Annual Household Income

Household income

No income

R1 – R4 800

R4 801 - R 9 600

R9 601 - R 19 200

1.78R19 201 - R 38 400

R38 401 - R 76 800

R76 801 - R153 600

R153 601-R307 200

R307 201-R614 400

R614 401-R1 228 800

R1 228 801-R2 457 600

R2 457 601, more

Total

5.11.5 Employment Profile


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The two sets of figures indicate a growth of 8.5% from 2001 to 2007. This means therefore



to the municipality are those that are jobless. They will look up at the municipality for

goods infrastructure and services.


absorb the unemployed before this turns into a crisis. Poverty alleviation ventures could be



thereto. Life skills development can also assist in raising the ability to earn additional


Annual Household Income

Number Percentage %

24 661 53.46

11 433 24.78

2 070 4.49

5 735 12.43

822 1.78

734 1.59

493 1.07

141 0.31

18 0.04

12 0.03

12 0.03

13 0.03

46132 100

Employment Profile


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f 8.5% from 2001 to 2007. This means therefore



t are jobless. They will look up at the municipality for


ation ventures could be



in raising the ability to earn additional


Percentage %


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Employment figures indicate that there was an increase in the total number of people

employed from 20,201 in 2001 to 38

could be ascribed to the establishment of the municipalities i.e. local and district which

added employment opportunities and other business opportunities created in the economy

e.g. wholesale and retail trade, community; social a

financial; insurance; real estate and business services, construction, transport; storage and

communication, agriculture and mining and other inadequately defined sectors including

informal sector. The impetus of genera

maintain the level of growth attained so far. One such sector would be the Local Economic

Development (LED).

All in all employment rose from 17% in 2001 (Population Census) to 27.43% in 2007

(Community Survey). Unemployment decreased from 24

decrease of 7,318 (30.5%). This downward trend needs to be fortified by strengthening the

sectors that will employ more people. The effort would include Expanded Public Works

Programs and Municipal Infrastructure Grant and other public and private sector initiatives.

The growth of the informal sector due to deregulation measures could have played a

positive part. The employment profile in indicated in Table 5.7.

Table5.7 Employment Profile

Employment Status

Employment

Unemployment

Not Economically Active

Not Applicable

Total

Source: Stats SA Census 2001

The not-economically active population mainly composed of students and scholars

increased from 61,847 in 2001 to 79

municipality should create excess a

drop outs. In an event where the strategy does not succeed and LED does not perform

adequate enough, the municipality should think of exporting qualified personnel to other

employment centres in the country and elsewhere.

The not-applicable category shows a decrease from 13

decrease of 8,728 which is 64%. This should be applauded as it shows an economic system


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201 in 2001 to 38,098 in 2007, a difference of 17,897 (47%). The growth



e.g. wholesale and retail trade, community; social and personal services, manufacturing,



informal sector. The impetus of generating employment needs to be strengthened so as to



rvey). Unemployment decreased from 24,043 in 2001 to 16

318 (30.5%). This downward trend needs to be fortified by strengthening the


nd Municipal Infrastructure Grant and other public and private sector initiatives.


The employment profile in indicated in Table 5.7.

Employment Profile

Employment Figures %

38 098 27.43

16 725 12.04

79 066 56.94

4 979 3.59

138 868 100


economically active population mainly composed of students and scholars

847 in 2001 to 79,066 in 2007. This means the economy of the

municipality should create excess absorption capacity to accommodate school leavers and



employment centres in the country and elsewhere.

applicable category shows a decrease from 13,707 in 2001 to 4

728 which is 64%. This should be applauded as it shows an economic system


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897 (47%). The growth



nd personal services, manufacturing,



ting employment needs to be strengthened so as to



043 in 2001 to 16,725 in 2007; a

318 (30.5%). This downward trend needs to be fortified by strengthening the


nd Municipal Infrastructure Grant and other public and private sector initiatives.


economically active population mainly composed of students and scholars

066 in 2007. This means the economy of the

chool leavers and



707 in 2001 to 4,979 in 2007; a

728 which is 64%. This should be applauded as it shows an economic system


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that is categorized in terms of acceptable sector classificati

this sector shows growth, it is because of illegal operations or the economy failing to

accommodate innovations.


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6 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

The Public Participation Process (PPP) will be undertaken in parallel to the environmental

authorisation application processes in compliance with the NEMA regulations.

The PPP commences at the onset of the project and continues throughout the project until

the submission of the final EIA Report and EMP.

PPP undertaken thus far and describes the public consultation proposed for the duration of

the EIA process.

6.1 Purpose of Public Participation

PPP is a requirement of the EIA/EMP process and ensures that all relevant

Affected Parties (I&APs)

stakeholders have an opportunity to raise their comments as part of an open and

transparent process, which in turn ensures for a complete comprehensive environmental

study.

The purpose of PPP and the engagement p

• Introduce the proposed project;

• Explain the EIA/EMP and PPP processes to be undertaken;

• Determine and record public issues and concerns;

• Provide opportunities for public input and gathering of local knowledge;

• Inform a broad range of stakehol

process to be followed;

• Establish lines of communication between stakeholders and the project team;

• Identify all the significant issues in the project;

• Identify possible mitigation measures or environmental mana

minimise and/or prevent environmental impacts, associated with the project; and

• Once the concerns of I&AP’s have been established, the EIA/EMP study will aim to

address these concerns.

6.1.1 List of Authorities consulted

A comprehensive list of authorities was compiled during the early stages of the project.

The authorities as listed below have been invited to become involved in the process by

written and telephonic invitation


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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS


application processes in compliance with the NEMA regulations.


the submission of the final EIA Report and EMP. This chapter describes the scoping phase

thus far and describes the public consultation proposed for the duration of

Purpose of Public Participation

PPP is a requirement of the EIA/EMP process and ensures that all relevant

are consulted and involved. The process ensures that all



The purpose of PPP and the engagement process is to:

Introduce the proposed project;

Explain the EIA/EMP and PPP processes to be undertaken;

Determine and record public issues and concerns;

Provide opportunities for public input and gathering of local knowledge;

Inform a broad range of stakeholders about the project and the environmental

process to be followed;

Establish lines of communication between stakeholders and the project team;

Identify all the significant issues in the project;

Identify possible mitigation measures or environmental management plans to

prevent environmental impacts, associated with the project; and

Once the concerns of I&AP’s have been established, the EIA/EMP study will aim to

address these concerns.

List of Authorities consulted

authorities was compiled during the early stages of the project.


written and telephonic invitation:


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application processes in compliance with the NEMA regulations.


This chapter describes the scoping phase

thus far and describes the public consultation proposed for the duration of

PPP is a requirement of the EIA/EMP process and ensures that all relevant Interested and

and involved. The process ensures that all



Provide opportunities for public input and gathering of local knowledge;

ders about the project and the environmental

Establish lines of communication between stakeholders and the project team;

gement plans to

prevent environmental impacts, associated with the project; and

Once the concerns of I&AP’s have been established, the EIA/EMP study will aim to

authorities was compiled during the early stages of the project.



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• Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

(LDEDET);

• Department of Water Affairs (DWA)

• South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA);

• Limpopo Department of Agriculture

• Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality

• Ward Councillors.

6.1.2 Identification of I&APs

Numerous I&APs will be notified by word

advertisements and notifications placed will be included within the database.

GCS has developed and will maintain an electronic database for the duration of the project

where stakeholder details are captured and automatically updated as and when information

is received from I&APs.


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Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

Department of Water Affairs (DWA)- Regional Office Lydenburg;

South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA);

Limpopo Department of Agriculture (LDA);

Local Municipality (EMLM); and

Identification of I&APs

Numerous I&APs will be notified by word of mouth. Parties who responds



akeholder details are captured and automatically updated as and when information


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Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism

of mouth. Parties who responds to the



akeholder details are captured and automatically updated as and when information


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7 POTENTIAL IMPACT IDE

The potential impacts that were identified by GCS during the Scoping

Table 7.1. It should be noted that although the impacts are described, their assessment will

only be undertaken in the EIA phase.

identified may not constitute all the associated impacts for the proposed development.

Additional impacts may be identified during the EIA phase.


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POTENTIAL IMPACT IDENTIFIED

The potential impacts that were identified by GCS during the Scoping Phase

d that although the impacts are described, their assessment will

only be undertaken in the EIA phase. In addition it should be noted that the impacts


s may be identified during the EIA phase.


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Phase are listed in

d that although the impacts are described, their assessment will

In addition it should be noted that the impacts



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Table7.1 Impacts identified by GCS

Aspect

Geology • Disturbance of surface geology

Topography • Alteration of the topography due to the building materials; and

• Erosion potential is anticipated during the site clearance and construction activities for

the proposed development.

Soils, Land Use and

Land Capability

• Loss of soils resources due to clearing activities in the area;

• Removal and compaction of soil during construction activities; and

• Erosion degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction ac

water and storm water runoff.

Hydrology • Improper management of contaminated surface water runoff may impact on the surface

water quality.

Groundwater • Improper planning and design of the sanitation systems may impact upon ground and

surface water quality.

Fauna • Disturbance of natural habitat due to the removal of vegetation (grazing land).

Flora • Loss of vegetation due to clearing activities for building activities.

Noise The proposed activities could lead to an increase in noise level in the area due to:

• Vehicle traffic ( entering and exiting the site);

• Generator noise from construction

• Construction workers voices.


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Potential Impact Description

surface geology for development foundations. Groundwater Assessment

Soils, Land Use and Capability

Assessment

Alteration of the topography due to the building materials; and

Erosion potential is anticipated during the site clearance and construction activities for

the proposed development.

Soils, Land Use

Assessment

Loss of soils resources due to clearing activities in the area;

Removal and compaction of soil during construction activities; and

Erosion degradation and loss of topsoil due to construction activities as well as surface

water and storm water runoff.


Assessment

Improper management of contaminated surface water runoff may impact on the surface Hydrology

planning and design of the sanitation systems may impact upon ground and Groundwater Assessment

Disturbance of natural habitat due to the removal of vegetation (grazing land). Biodiversity

due to clearing activities for building activities. Biodiversity

The proposed activities could lead to an increase in noise level in the area due to:

Vehicle traffic ( entering and exiting the site);

Generator noise from construction equipment; and

Construction workers voices.

Noise Impact

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Specialist Field

Groundwater Assessment and


Assessment


Assessment


Assessment

Hydrology Assessment

Groundwater Assessment

Biodiversity Assessment

Biodiversity Assessment

Noise Impact Assessment


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Aspect

Air Quality • Release of dust from building activities; and

• Generation of fumes from vehicles and construction equipment emissions may pollute the

air.

Archaeological • Disturbance to archaeological material; and

• The possibility to find more grave sites on the property where development is proposed.

Visual • Alteration of existing visual perspective.

Traffic • Construction traffic will generate additional trips to and from the site;

• Operational traffic will see an increase in private vehicles and public transport trips to

and from the site.


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Release of dust from building activities; and

Generation of fumes from vehicles and construction equipment emissions may pollute the

Air

Disturbance to archaeological material; and

The possibility to find more grave sites on the property where development is proposed.

Archaeological Assessment

Alteration of existing visual perspective. Visual Impact

Construction traffic will generate additional trips to and from the site;

Operational traffic will see an increase in private vehicles and public transport trips to

Traffic Impact

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Specialist Field

Air Quality Assessment

Archaeological Assessment

Visual Impact Assessment

Traffic Impact Assessment


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Aspect

Socio-Economic Employment

• The completion of the development will lead to stimulation of direct and indirect job

creation.

Housing

• The development will meet some of the current and potential housing demand in the

area and within the municipality

Community Facility

• Facilities such as churches, schools, public open spaces and other institutional

establishments will be developed.

Negative Impacts

• Construction activities are associated with an increase in criminal activities due to an

influx of temporary, migrant workers present in the are

• The safety of the construction staff could be compromised unless adequate safety

measures are implemented on site.


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completion of the development will lead to stimulation of direct and indirect job

The development will meet some of the current and potential housing demand in the

area and within the municipality.

hurches, schools, public open spaces and other institutional

establishments will be developed.

Construction activities are associated with an increase in criminal activities due to an

influx of temporary, migrant workers present in the area; and

The safety of the construction staff could be compromised unless adequate safety

measures are implemented on site.

Social Impact Assessment

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Specialist Field

Social Impact Assessment


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8 PLAN OF STUDY FOR EI

8.1 Project Team

The project team for the proposed development is indicated in

Table 8.1 Project Team

Name

Alistair Main

Fatima Matlou

Renee Janse van Rensburg

8.2 Public Participation Process (PPP)

The PPP has been initiated and will continue during the EIA process. This Draft

Environmental Scoping Report (

part of the scoping phase public consultation. The public consultation process will be

considered complete once the final decisions reached by LDEDET have been communicated

to the registered I&APs. The

as the proposed public consultation for the EIA phase is discussed in

report.

8.3 Specialist Studies

A number of specialist investigations have been identified

phase (this phase) of the assessment. The specialist investigations are advised to be

conducted by a team of professionals, each with specific expertise in the relevant field of

study when required and if any application for Environmenta

Each specialist study will address the standard requirements for an investigation of this

nature. In addition, the issues raised during any public consultation process will be

addressed/taken into account by the specialists

The following studies are anticipated for the proposed activities:

• Geohydrological Assessment;

• Hydrological Assessment;


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PLAN OF STUDY FOR EIA

The project team for the proposed development is indicated in Table 8.1.

Project Team

Company Field

GCS (Pty)Ltd GIS Specialist

GCS (Pty)Ltd Environmental

GCS (Pty)Ltd Senior Environmental Project

Manager



Environmental Scoping Report (ESR) being placed in the public domain for comments forms



to the registered I&APs. The details of the public consultation undertaken to date, as well

as the proposed public consultation for the EIA phase is discussed in Chapter

A number of specialist investigations have been identified as required during the scoping



study when required and if any application for Environmental Authorisation is applied for.



addressed/taken into account by the specialists once such processes are conducted.

The following studies are anticipated for the proposed activities:

Geohydrological Assessment;

Hydrological Assessment;


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Field

GIS Specialist

Environmental Consultant

Senior Environmental Project


being placed in the public domain for comments forms



details of the public consultation undertaken to date, as well

Chapter 6 of this

during the scoping



l Authorisation is applied for.



once such processes are conducted.


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• Soils Assessment;

• Biodiversity Assessment;

• Archaeological Assessment;

• Traffic Impact Assessment

• Visual Impact Assessment; and

• Air Quality Impact Assessment.

8.4 Environmental Impact Assessment

8.4.1 Environmental Impact Assessment Methodology

To ensure uniformity, the assessment of potential impacts will be addressed in a standard

manner so that a wide range

rating scale will be provided to the specialist to assess the impacts associated with their

investigation.

Each impact identified will be assessed in terms of probability (

scale (spatial scale), magnitude

scientific approach to the determination of the

numerical value will be linked to each rating scale.

The following criteria will be applied to the impact assessment for the EIA/EMP.

Occurrence

� Probability of occurrence (how likely is

� Duration of occurrence (how long may

Severity

� Magnitude (severity) of impact (will the

severity?), and

� Scale/extent of impact (will the impact affect the national, regional or local

environment, or only that of the site?)

Status of Impact

� +: Positive Impact

� -: Negative Impact

� N: Neutral Impact

In order to assess each of these factors for each impact, the following ranking scales were

used:


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Biodiversity Assessment;

Archaeological Assessment;

Assessment;

sual Impact Assessment; and

Air Quality Impact Assessment.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental Impact Assessment Methodology


manner so that a wide range of impacts are comparable. For this reason a clearly defined


Each impact identified will be assessed in terms of probability (likelihood of occur

scale (spatial scale), magnitude (severity) and duration (temporal scale). To enable a

scientific approach to the determination of the environmental significance (importance), a

numerical value will be linked to each rating scale.

riteria will be applied to the impact assessment for the EIA/EMP.

Probability of occurrence (how likely is it that the impact may occur

Duration of occurrence (how long may impact last).

Magnitude (severity) of impact (will the impact be of high, moderate or low

Scale/extent of impact (will the impact affect the national, regional or local

environment, or only that of the site?)

assess each of these factors for each impact, the following ranking scales were


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comparable. For this reason a clearly defined


likelihood of occurring),

(severity) and duration (temporal scale). To enable a

significance (importance), a

riteria will be applied to the impact assessment for the EIA/EMP.

it that the impact may occur), and

impact be of high, moderate or low

Scale/extent of impact (will the impact affect the national, regional or local

assess each of these factors for each impact, the following ranking scales were


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Probability:=P 5 – Definite/don’t know 4 – Highly probable 3 – Medium probability 2 – Low probability 1 – Improbable 0 – None

Scale:=S 5 – International 4 – National 3 – Regional 2 – Local 1 – Site only 0 – None

Status of Impact

+: Positive Impact

-: Negative Impact

N: Neutral Impact

Once the above factors had been ranked for each impact, the environmental significance of

each was assessed using the following formula:

SP = (Magnitude + Duration

The maximum value is 100 significance points (SP). Environmental effects were rated as

follows:

Significance Environmental significance

points

High( Positive)

Medium(Positive)

Low(Positive)

Neutral

Low( Negative)

Medium( Negative)

High( Negative)


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Duration:=D 5 – Permanent 4 - Long-term (ceases with the operational life) 3 - Medium-term (5-15 years) 2 - Short-term (0-5 years) 1 – Immediate

Magnitude:=M 10 - Very high/don’t know 8 – High 6 – Moderate 4 – Low 2 – Minor


each was assessed using the following formula:

SP = (Magnitude + Duration + Scale) x Probability


Environmental significance

points

Colour Code

>60

30 to 60

<30

0

>-30

-30 to -60

<-60


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Colour Code


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8.4.1.1 Environmental Impact Assessment Process

The impact assessment process that will be followed is presented diagrammatically

8.5 EIA/EMP in terms of NEMA

The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

studies, site selection and environmental impact assessment. The report will take into

consideration all aspects of the

and post closure maintenance.

The EIA Report will be compiled in terms of the NEMA and submitted to the relevant

Authorities for assessment.

8.5.1 EIA

The EIA Report to be submitted to LDEDET will

in compliance with regulation 31 of the impact assessment regulations, R543 of NEMA:

• Description of the location of the proposed project, as well as the property on

which the proposed project will take place;

• Description of the environment which is likely to be impact on;

• Identification of potential impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative)on the

biophysical, social, economic and cultural aspects of the environment;

• Assessment of the significance of the above m

• Identification of measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the identified impacts,

as well as an assessment of the significance of these impacts with the

implementation of the proposed measures;

• Description of the public consultation proce

the issues were addressed;

Identify risks – P

Quantitative assessment of risks

Prepare risk ranking

Identify management measures


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Environmental Impact Assessment Process

The impact assessment process that will be followed is presented diagrammatically

EIA/EMP in terms of NEMA

Assessment (EIA) Report will be a culmination of the specialist


consideration all aspects of the proposed operation from construction to decommissioning

and post closure maintenance.


The EIA Report to be submitted to LDEDET will include, but is not limited to, the following,


Description of the location of the proposed project, as well as the property on

which the proposed project will take place;

Description of the environment which is likely to be impact on;

Identification of potential impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative)on the


Assessment of the significance of the above mentioned impacts;

Identification of measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the identified impacts,


implementation of the proposed measures;

Description of the public consultation process undertaken, as well as record of how

the issues were addressed;

Possible impacts on the environment

Quantitative assessment of risks – Significance of the possible impacts

Prepare risk ranking – Risk to the environment

Identify management measures – Mitigation measures


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The impact assessment process that will be followed is presented diagrammatically below:

will be a culmination of the specialist


proposed operation from construction to decommissioning


include, but is not limited to, the following,


Description of the location of the proposed project, as well as the property on

Identification of potential impacts (direct, indirect and cumulative)on the


Identification of measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the identified impacts,


ss undertaken, as well as record of how


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• Description of the findings of the existing specialist reports were relate directly to

the proposed project area;

• Description of assumptions made, information gaps and the adequacy of pred

methods, and the underlying assumptions and uncertainties encountered in

compiling the require information;

• Description of the arrangements for the monitoring and management of identified

impacts and procedures for assessing the effectiveness of the

• Inclusion of technical supporting information as appendices.

8.5.2 EMP

The EMP will include the following in compliance with regulation 33 of R543 of NEMA:

• Potential environmental, socio

during the EIA process;

• Proposed mitigation measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the potential

environmental impacts;

• Layout of environmental management and general objectives to be achieved

through the implementation of the EMP;

• Identification of persons who

proposed mitigation measures;

• Layout of action plans to achieve the objectives and specific goals;

• The allocation of timeframes for implementation of measures, where appropriate;

• Rehabilitation and maintena

• Procedures and equipment to ensure emergency preparedness, as well as an

effective and realistic emergency plan (e.g. fire fighting, personal injury); and

• Measures for monitoring compliance and correcting the effects of non

and

• Environmental awareness plan.

8.6 Timeframes

• Submission of the Draft ESR (Public)

• Public review period of Draft ESR ends

• Submission of the Final ESR (Authorities)

• Submission of Draft EIA/EMP Report (Public) (40

days)

• Submission of EIA and EMP Rep


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Description of the findings of the existing specialist reports were relate directly to

the proposed project area;

Description of assumptions made, information gaps and the adequacy of pred


compiling the require information;

Description of the arrangements for the monitoring and management of identified

impacts and procedures for assessing the effectiveness of the procedures; and

Inclusion of technical supporting information as appendices.


Potential environmental, socio-economic and cultural/historic impacts identified

the EIA process;

Proposed mitigation measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the potential

environmental impacts;

Layout of environmental management and general objectives to be achieved

through the implementation of the EMP;

Identification of persons who will be responsible for the implementation of the

proposed mitigation measures;

Layout of action plans to achieve the objectives and specific goals;

The allocation of timeframes for implementation of measures, where appropriate;

Rehabilitation and maintenance procedures;

Procedures and equipment to ensure emergency preparedness, as well as an


Measures for monitoring compliance and correcting the effects of non

Environmental awareness plan.

Submission of the Draft ESR (Public) (30 days)

Public review period of Draft ESR ends

Submission of the Final ESR (Authorities)

Submission of Draft EIA/EMP Report (Public) (40

Submission of EIA and EMP Report (Authorities)

14 January 2013

14 February 2013

15 February 2013

25 March 2013

10 May 2013


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Description of the findings of the existing specialist reports were relate directly to

Description of assumptions made, information gaps and the adequacy of predictive


Description of the arrangements for the monitoring and management of identified

procedures; and


economic and cultural/historic impacts identified

Proposed mitigation measures to prevent, mitigate or manage the potential

Layout of environmental management and general objectives to be achieved

will be responsible for the implementation of the

The allocation of timeframes for implementation of measures, where appropriate;

Procedures and equipment to ensure emergency preparedness, as well as an


Measures for monitoring compliance and correcting the effects of non-compliance;

14 January 2013

14 February 2013

15 February 2013

25 March 2013


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9 CONCLUSION

This report is a culmination of a review of existing baseline information related to the

proposed development, and the Scoping Phase PPP. It incorporates issues raised by I&APs

and authorities thus far and presents the proposed environmental authorisation

processes under NEMA and the proposed PPP.

The major aim of the Scoping Phase is to collect available information, identify potential

issues and fatal flaws, and plan for the EIA phase of the environmental authorisation

application process. In addition this report provides a background to the project and the

proposed scope of the EIA process.

The EIA process will be approached holistically as all potential impacts on socio

environment, including water resources. The draft report

public for comment for the required thirty (30) day period, after notifying all I&APs.

Comments and issues raised during this period will be dealt with in the EIA


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and authorities thus far and presents the proposed environmental authorisation

processes under NEMA and the proposed PPP.



n addition this report provides a background to the project and the

process.

The EIA process will be approached holistically as all potential impacts on socio

environment, including water resources. The draft report will be made available in the


Comments and issues raised during this period will be dealt with in the EIA phase


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and authorities thus far and presents the proposed environmental authorisation application



n addition this report provides a background to the project and the

The EIA process will be approached holistically as all potential impacts on socio-economic;

will be made available in the


phase.


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10 REFERENCES

Local Economic Development Strategy for

Elias Motsoaledi Municipality: Draft IDP for 2010/2011.


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Local Economic Development Strategy for Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality.

Elias Motsoaledi Municipality: Draft IDP for 2010/2011.


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Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality.


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APPENDIX A- PUBLIC PARTICIPATION


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COPY OF THE BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT


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A3 FIGURES


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