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M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.

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Royal Heritage, EIA/EMP Report

Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project,

At village Mujheri, Sector 70, Chapter - 1

Faridabad

M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd Page 1

CHAPTER-1

INTRODUCTION

1.1 PREAMBLE

Early identification and characterization of critical environmental impacts allow the public

and the government to form a view about the environmental acceptability of a developmental

project and what conditions should apply to mitigate or reduce those risks and impacts.

EIA is a technical exercise, to establish baseline environmental conditions to predict

environmental impact assess their significance and provide recommendations for their

mitigation. The impact assessment covers both construction and operation phase of the

development. The report covers areas such as noise, air quality, ecology, water quality &

hydrology, local architecture, landscape & visual character, sustainability and socio-

economic. The report describes how the project has been improved through the EIA process.

This report has been prepared as per the EIA Notification, 2006 & amendments, EIA

Guidance Manual for Building Construction Township and Area Development projects as

guiding documents.

1.2 GENERAL INFORMATION ON PROJECT

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is to be developed by M/s

Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. The project is located at Village Mujheri, Sector 70,

Faridabad, Haryana has already received Environmental clearance from MoEF (Ref No.21-

1079/2007 -1A 111 Dated : 27 May 2008) for the site admeasuring 82,232.12 sq.m (20.3199

acres) & built up area 1,44,351.0 sq.m EC letter has been attached as Annexure I and the

satisfactory repot from the MoEF is attached as Annexure II. The project though under

development has undergone an increment for better efficiency reason, increased built up area

to 1,79,297.91 sq.m which seeks consideration for EC. The Project is designed as a self-

sufficient residential establishment, wherein infrastructure facilities such as road network,

water supply, electric supply, emergency power supply, and communication facilities are

proposed. Further, the project proponent has made provisions for waste collection and




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disposal and Sullage treatment to ensure that the project is environment friendly. Social

facilities as Community, commercial area and schools are also planned to provide the

residents with a good quality of life. The project proponent also proposes to arrange for

safety, maintenance and security of the residents.

1.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE PROCESS

As per EIA Notification, 2006 & its amendments, all building construction and area

development Projects covering an area of 50 ha and/ or built up area greater than 1, 50,000 sq

m. are designated as 8(b) projects and are required to obtain prior environmental clearance

from respective State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA). The application

for environmental clearance shall comprise submission of Form 1, Form 1A, and Conceptual

Plan along with ToR. The EIA/EMP report shall be based on ToR conveyed to the applicants

by SEAC. The following appraisal of the project to the satisfaction of the State Expert

Appraisal Committee (SEAC), environmental clearance shall be granted by SEIAA (State

Environment Impact Assessment Authority), Haryana.

Since, the total area of site for which EC is required is estimated to be 82,232.12 m2(20.3199

acres) and built up area 1,79,297.91 m2, the project attracts the provisions of the EIA

Notification, 2006 and requires EIA/EMP study to obtain Environmental Clearance from the

SEIAA, Haryana.

As per the requirement of EIA notification, M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. had submitted

the application to State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) Haryana

and the ToR was approved from State Level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) Haryana in

79th

meeting dated 9.4.13 vide Letter No. HR/SEAC/426/74 dated 16.4.13 for carrying out the

Environmental Impact Assessment study copy of the same is enclosed as Annexure III. The

detail environment data has been done at the study area including the project site during the

period from March 2013-May 2013 (pre monsoon period of the year 2013) based on ToR

approved by SEAC. The Compliance status to the ToR is enclosed as Annexure VIII with

EIA/EMP Report. The Undertaking to the effect that the prescribed ToR and data/information

in EIA/EMP report is factually correct, given in Annexure IV. The present EIA/EMP Report

has been prepared as per approved ToR by SEAC, Haryana.




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1.4 VALIDITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE

As per the provisions of the EIA Notification, 2006 and its amendments, the prior

environmental clearance granted is valid for a period of five years. This may be

extended by a maximum of five years, provided an application is made to the

regulatory authority within the validity period with updated Form 1, Form 1A,

Conceptual Plan and Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIA/EMP Report)

1.5 POST ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE MONITORING

For Category B Project irrespective of its clearance from SEIAA. The project proponent

shall prominently advertise in the newspaper indicating that the project had been

accorded EC and the details of MoEF website where it is displayed.

It shall be mandatory for the project management to submit half-yearly compliance

report in respect of the stipulated prior environmental clearance terms and condition in

hard and soft copies to the regulatory authorities concerned on 1st June and 1

st December

of each calendar year.

All such compliance report submitted by the project management shall be public

documents. Copies of the same shall be given to any person on application to the

concerned regulatory authority.

1.6 TRANSFERABILITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE

A prior environmental clearance granted for a specific project or activity to an applicant

may be transferred during its validity to another legal person entitled to undertake the

project or activity on application by the transferor or the transferee with a written “no

objection” by the transferor, to, and by the regulatory authority concerned, on the same

terms and conditions under which the prior environmental clearance was initially

granted, and for the same validity period.

1.7 GENERIC STRUCTURE OF ENVIRONMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT

The environmental impact assessment has been carried out to assess the impact of the

project on various environmental components. The methodologies and findings of the




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study are detailed in the EIA/ EMP Report along with other relevant information under

the different chapter headings as under:

Introduction- provides background information about the project and the developers

along with the legal environmental requirements of the project. The scope and EIA

methodology adopted in preparation of EIA report have also been described in this

chapter.

Project Description–briefly discusses the project features while elaborating on

components bearing environmental consequences.

Description of the Environment – discusses the environmental setting of the project

area based on primary and secondary data collection.

Anticipated Environmental Impacts & Mitigation Measures – predicts the

environmental impacts of the various components of the project during construction and

operation phases to highlight concern areas requiring mitigation measures. Accordingly,

it also suggests controls and mitigation measures to offset/ minimize the adverse impact

while optimizing the positive benefits from the project.

Analysis of Alternatives (Technology and site) – explores the alternative sites and

plans that have been considered for the project and evaluates the different scenarios in

the environmental context.

Environmental Monitoring Programme – outlines a monitoring programme for the

different environmental components during the construction and operation phase for

evaluation of the environmental status of the area due to the project proponent.




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Additional Studies – discusses any study that has been carried out for the purpose of

better understanding of the environmental impacts of the project. It also highlights any

pertinent findings from the study that will aid decision-making.

Project Benefits – brings out the positive impacts from the project.

Environmental Management Plan – organizes the suggested mitigation measures to

aid implementation through formulation of performance indicators, reporting structure

and pronounced implementation periods.

Summary & Conclusion – summaries the important report findings and concludes on

the environmental sustainability of the project.

Disclosure of Consultants engaged – gives the names of the technical team involved in

the report preparation along with accreditation of consultant from the quality council of

India.

1.8 PROJECT PROPONENT

The M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. group is a major player of the real estate

Industry. The Group follows the basic values of professional services by providing

specified quality with rich/ value based specification, planned delivery coupled with

customer care and comfort level. Innovative design of the project not only provides the

highest quality of life to its residents, but also encourages a society that is both sensitive

and responsible towards the environment.

The contact details for Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. are as follows:

1.8.1 Name and the Contact address

Registered Office Address




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Naresh Kr Chawla

DGM (Finance)

M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd

Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd.

309, 3rd

Floor, JMD Pacific Square

Sector 15, Part II,

Gurgaon, Haryana

1.9 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT

1.9.1 Land Description

The project is to be developed over an area of 82,232.12 m2

(20.3199 Acres) and the

total Built up Area is 1, 79,297.91 m2

along with other necessary facilities to support a

population of 9,853 persons.

There is neither any litigation (s) pending against the project and/or any directions or

order passed by any court of law/any statutory authority against the project that can be

detailed out. All reputed and accredited consultants are involved in the project providing

their inputs and expertise altogether required for a proper and authentic Environmental

Impact Assessment study.

Land has been allotted for Group Housing Colony project purpose under License No. 33

of 2010 dated 20.4.10 and License No 78 of 2009 dated 3.12.09 issued by Town and

Country Planning Department, Haryana. The license is enclosed as Annexure V and site

comes under Residential area as per Faridabad Master plan 2021.

Table 1.1 Basic Project details

S. No. Item Details




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S. No. Item Details

1 Name of the project Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Colony

2. Location Village Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana

3. Plot/survey/Khasra no. The plot khasra no. are given in License No. 78 of 2009 and

33 of 2010 is enclosed refer Annexure-V.

4. Village Mujheri

5. Tehsil Ballabgarh

6. District Faridabad

Site Description

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is located at Village

Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana. The project site is well connected through sector

roads. The Nearest Highway is NH – 2 which is 3.5 km; W from project site. The nearest

railway station is Ballabgarh Railway Station, about 3.93 km; WNW from the project site.

The nearest airport is Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi; about 30.77 km, NNW from the project

site.

Need For the Project

The project activities must co-exist in harmony with its surrounding environment, to reduce

the environmental impact, which is likely to arise during various project activities. To

safeguard the environment from adverse effects of developmental activities, the MoEF has

issued some regulations. As per the notification dated 14.09.06 of MoEF, GoI; Environmental

Clearance is mandatory for any construction projects with built-up area of more than 20,000

Sq m.

1.10 DESCRIPTION OF REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS

a) The Urban Area Act, 1975 and Rules, 1976




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b) Controlled area Act 1963 and Rules, 1965

c) The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

d) The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977

e) Indian Forest Act, 1980

f) The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

g) The Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000

h) NBC, 2005

i) Hazardous Wastes (Management, Handling & Trans boundary Movement) Rules,

2008 amended in 2010

j) E-waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011

k) EIA notification, 2006 and its amendments

l) No Objection Certificate from HSPCB

1.11 APPLICABLE LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Under the Environment Impact Assessment Notification, 2006 and its Amendments the

project will obtain environment clearance. The project shall abide by all applicable provisions

of the Environment Protection Act, 1986 and rules formed there under. As per the Air

Pollution (Prevention and Control) Act, 1981, Water Pollution (Prevention and Control) Act,

1974, and Hazardous Wastes (Management, and Handling) Rules, 1989 the project shall

obtain No Objection Certificate from Haryana Pollution Control Board and continue to obtain

yearly Consent for Operation from the same during the operation period.

1.12 NEED OF THE EIA STUDY

The project activities must co-exist in harmony with its surrounding environment to

reduce the environmental impacts, which is likely to arise during various project

activities. To safeguard the environment from adverse effects of developmental

activities, the MoEF has issued some regulations. As per the notification dated 14.09.06

of MoEF, GoI, and Environmental Clearance is mandatory for any construction projects




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with built-up area of more than 20,000 Sq. m and Environment Impact Assessment

Report is mandatory for the project having built up area of more than 1, 50,000 Sqm.

Since the built-up area of the present project is 1, 79297.91 m2, hence, an Environment

Impact Assessment study is applicable.

The study would facilitate M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. to obtain Environmental

Clearance (EC) from SEIAA, Haryana.

1.13 SCOPE OF STUDY

The scope of the study is:-

Compilation of baseline environmental and social scenario of the study area within

a radius of 2 km around the project site based on field studies covering one season

(except monsoon) i.e. 1st March -to 31

st May 2013 and secondary data collection;

Identification, prediction and evaluation of potential environmental impacts

expected during the construction and operation phase of the project;

Preparation of mitigation measures, Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and

Monitoring Programmed for implementation of suggested mitigation measures.

1.14 STUDY METHODOLOGY

The approach followed by Grass Roots Research & Creation India Pvt. Ltd. in conducting the

EIA study is according to the applicable regulatory framework. The main stages followed are

described below:

Stage -I

Review of design and operational information of the Project through Project

Report and identification of sources of major potential impacts.

Stage -II

An initial review of the project site and status of the physical environment

around the project site vicinity;




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Understanding regarding project design and operation as well as macro

environmental aspects. The major issues needed to be addressed with due care

were identified and monitoring plan for the environmental baseline was

prepared;

Baseline environmental assessment was conducted within the study area of 10

km radius around the project site;

Intense monitoring and primary field data collection of environmental

components viz. Ambient Air Quality, Water (Ground water) use and its

Quality, Soil Quality, Noise Level, Traffic Volume etc.;

Survey study was carried out in the study area to assess the status of flora &

fauna and socio-economic profile of the study area; and

Information was also collected through Primary and Secondary sources like

Department of Census, Local and City Offices, National Institutions (Survey of

India, National Information Centre etc.), District Head Quarters and other

Government Offices etc. as well relevant Published Literatures.

Stage –III

Compilation of the Environmental Baseline of the Study Area.

Stage -IV

Assessment of Environmental Impacts by predicting the scale and extent of

changes associated with the project and their subsequent effects on the

environment against the environmental baseline condition, and evaluating the

significance of such impacts against accepted criteria.

Stage -V

Identification and preparation of measures to mitigate significant impacts

(evaluated from the impact prediction process) by proposing applicable

alternatives and control measures; and




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Finally, development of appropriate Environmental Management and

Monitoring Plan to audit and ensure that the mitigation measures are in place

and effective.

1.15 EIA METHODOLOGY

The project may have impact on the physical, biological and socio economic attributes

of surrounding environment. In assessing the environmental impact, collection, collation

and interpretation of baseline data is of prime importance.

The objective of EIA is to predict and address potential environmental problems/

concerns at an early stage of project planning and design. EIA/ EMP assists in the

decision making process by identifying the key impacts/ issues as a results of the

activities and formulating mitigation measures, leading to an improvement in

environmental quality.

In order to achieve these objectives, the following procedures have been adopted for the

study:-

Collection, collation and analysis of regional and local environmental status for

various environmental attributes (like topography, geology, ambient air quality,

meteorology, water quality, noise level, soil characteristics and land use, transport,

settlement status and socio economic aspects etc.)

Identification of environmental impacts.

Evaluation of impacts leading to preparation of environmental management and

monitoring plan.

This report is based on scientific principles and professional judgment with resultant

subjective interpretation. Professional judgments expressed herein are based on the

available data and information.



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CHAPTER-2

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 INTRODUCTION

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is to be developed

by the M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd., considering the nature of activities to be

conducted and the various aspects of the project to be developed, our efforts in the

approach for the planning of various systems, shall include. The main objectives of

the project are as under:

To enhance the surrounding with greenery, landscaping and recommended

aesthetics.

Basis of population has been considered as per NBC guidelines.

Domestic water required per head per day shall be as per national building code

2005, Table-1, part 9, P-19 plumbing services.

There shall be enough safe, clean and potable domestic water on a continuous

basis to every user.

Efficient disposal from toilets/Wet areas.

Reliable fire fighting system.

To plan the systems in such a way as to minimize the energy requirements.

To make the system efficient and cost effective.

To have proper operation and maintenance system, which could be controlled

centrally and efficiently

To create minimum nuisance and disturbance to the environment.

This chapter briefly discusses the project features while elaborating on component bearing

environmental consequences.




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2.2 PROJECT LOCATION AND SITE SURROUNDINGS

2.2.1 Location & Connectivity features

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is located at Village

Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana. The Geographical Co-ordinates of the project site

are - 28°20'16"N 77°21'9"E.

Connectivity

Project site is well connected through sector roads. The Nearest Highway is NH – 2 which is

3.5 km; W from project site. The nearest railway station is Ballabgarh Railway Station, about

3.93 km; WNW from the project site. The nearest airport is Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi;

about 30.77 km, NNW from the project site

2.3 ESTIMATED PROJECT COST

The total estimated cost of the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing

Project is Approx. Rs 314 crores which includes the cost of the land as well as the

developmental cost.

2.4 BRIEF PROJECT FEATURES

The Plot Area for “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is

82,232.12 m2 (20.3199 acres) and the total Build up Area is 1, 79,297.91 m

2. The detailed

Area Statement is provided below in Table 2.1 under License No. 33 of 2010 dated 20.4.10

and License No 78 of 2009 dated 3.12.09 issued by Town and Country Planning Department,

Haryana.




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Table 1: Area Statement

Sr.

No.

Particulars Area in

accorded EC

(m2)

Constructed

Area (m2)

Revision &

Expansion in EC

accorded Area (m2)

Total (m2)

1. Total Plot Area 82,232.12

2. Net Plot area as per zoning

Plan

79,686.52

3. Permissible Ground

coverage (@35 % of the net

plot area)

27,890.28

4. Proposed Ground Coverage 10,300 10,300 + 3517.64 13,817.64

5. Permissible FAR (@ 175%

of net plot area)

1,39,451.42

6. Proposed FAR 1,43,841.00 67,163.99 - 4584.85 1,39,256.15

Residential FAR 1,40,300.00 67,163.99 - 3072.4 1,37,227.60

Commercial FAR 3,541 - - 3146.65 394.35

Community FAR - - + 1634.20 1,634.20

7. Utility area 510 - - 510 -

8. Stilt area 7,786.66 6,000.00 + 131.71 7,918.37

9. Basement area 32,563.67 24,000.00 - 2,875.67 29,688.00

10. Primary school plot area

- - + 4,255.14

4,255.14




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Built up area + 1,214.56 1,214.56

11. Nursery school 1 plot area

Built up area

- - + 2,839.88

+ 658.08

2,839.88

658.08

12. Nursery school 2 plot area

Built up area

- - + 1,418.13

+ 562.75

1,418.13

562.75

13. Built Up Area 1,44,351.00* 97,163.99 + 34946.91 1,79,297.91**

14. Landscape area 19020.22 19,020.22 + 5,636.61 24656.832

*Built-up Area for the Accorded EC = Proposed FAR + Service area

**Built-up Area for total = Proposed FAR + Basement area + Stilt area + Primary school + Nursery school 1 + Nursery school 2

built up area

Minus (-) showing the revision in area and (+) plus showing the expansion in area.




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Table2: Built – up Area for total (Revision & Expansion) Project

S.No. Description Type Area (in m2)

A. Residential FAR 1,37,227.60

1. Tower 1 3 BHK DUPLEX 7,938.875

2. Tower 2 3 BHK DUPLEX 7,938.875

3. Tower 3 3B+2T 5,760.103

4. Tower 4 3BHK 6,196.457

5. Tower 5 2BHK 4,960.122

6. Tower 6 2BHK+STUDY 4,142.549

7. Tower 7 2 BHK 5,127.667


2BHK


10. Tower 10 2BHK+STUDY 4,998.506

11. Tower 11 2BHK+STUDY 4,998.506

12. Tower 12 3BHK 10,360.344

2BHK+STUDY+ SR

ROOM

13. Tower 13 3 BHK 10,551.332

2BH+STUDY

14 Tower 14 2BHK+SQ 5,906.927

15 Tower 15 3 BHK 10,312.729

2BHK+STUDY+SR

16. Tower 16 2BHK+STUDY 4,992.673

17. Tower 17 2BHK 1,4477.756

18 Tower 18 2BHK 1,4477.756

19. Tower 19 EWS

1BHK 2,988.853

20. Tower 20 1BHK 2,988.853

B. Commercial FAR 394.358

C. Community FAR 1,634.2

D. Stilt Floor Area

Ground Floor

Ist Floor

7,918.36

6,161.92

1,756.499

E. Basement Area

Basement I

Basement II

29,688.00

14,844.00

14,844.00




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F. Nursery School Built

up area

Nursery School 1

Nursery school 2

1,220.83

658.08

562.75

G. Primary School built

up area

1,214.56

Total Built-up Area (A + B + C + D + E + F + G) 1,79,297.91

2.5 POPULATION DETAILS

Total Population of Revision & Expansion of Group Housing project (fixed + floating) is

envisaged to be 9,853 persons. The residential block will have a total of 7,847 persons

(including General DU, General DU with SQ & EWS population) and the floating population

is estimated to be 1,101 persons. Total Number of Main dwelling units for (revision and

expansion) project is 1411 units and 250 units shall be allotted for the EWS. The detailed

population distribution is given below in table 3 along with comparative of obtained EC.

Table 3: Population Distribution total (Revision & Expansion) Project

Description Values in

applied EC

Revision In

applied area Expansion

Total

(Revision &

Expansion)

Fixed population

General DU (@ 5

persons/DU)

5040

(1008 DU)

5040

(1008 DU)

1285

(257 DU)

6325

(1265 D)

General DU with SQ

(@7 persons/DU) -

- 1022

(146 DU)

1022

(146 DU)

EWS

453 (151 DU)

(@ 3

persons/DU

453 (151 DU)

(@ 3

persons/DU

47 (99 DU) 500 (250 DU)

(@ 2 persons/DU

Total Fixed Population 5493 5493 2354 7847

Staff @5% of General

DU Population -

- 316 316

Visitors @ 10% of Fixed

Population -

- 785 785




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Community

(@1person/10 m2

of

FAR)

Staff (@10% of

community

population)

Visitors (@90% of

community

population)

-

-

-

-

163

16

147

163

16

147

Commercial Area

(@1person/10 m2

of

FAR)

Staff (@10% of

commercial

population)

Visitors (@90% of

commercial

population)

787

-

-

132

13

119

-

-

-

132

13

119

Educational (Nursery +

Primary School)

@1person./4 sq mt of

buildable area

Staff

Visitors

Students

- -

-

-

-

610

31

61

518

610

31

61

518

Grand Total 6280 5625 4228 9853

2.6 POWER REQUIREMENT

The power supply shall be supplied by Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam. The Maximum

Demand load for the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will be approx. 11453

KVA.




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SI. No. Description Values in accorded

EC

Total (Revision & Expansion)

1 Total power

requirement 8500 kVA 11453 kVA

Details of D.G Sets

There is provision of 4 no. of DG sets of 1500 kVA and 1 no. of DG sets of 750 kVA

capacity for power back up for the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project. The DG

sets will be equipped with acoustic enclosure to minimize noise generation and adequate

stack height for proper dispersion.

SI. No. Description Values in

applied EC

Total (Revision &

Expansion)

1 Power back-up 2x 750 kVA 4 x 1500 kVA & 1 x 750 kVA

2.7 PARKING

Parking Required for Total (Revision & Expansion) project

As per MoEF norms:

For residential facilities = 1 ECS/100 m2 proposed FAR

= 137227.6/100 =1372.276 or 1,372 ECS

For convenient shopping = 1 ECS/50 m2 FAR

= 394.358/50 = 8 ECS

For community = 1 ECS/50 m2 FAR

= 1634.02/50 = 33 ECS

For Educational Facilities = 1 ECS/50 m2 FAR

= 2435.39/50 = 49 ECS

Total parking required as per MoEF norms = 1372+8+33+49 = 1,462 ECS

As per Haryana Bye laws:

For Residential: 1.5 ECS @ 1411 main D.U = 2,116.5 ECS




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For EWS: 5% of parking = 106 ECS

Total Parking required as per Haryana Bye laws = 2,223 ECS

Proposed Parking:

Area proposed for Open parking = 16125 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of open parking = 25 m²

Parking Proposed for open parking = 16125 /25 = 645 ECS

Area Proposed for parking under shade on ground floor = 2,250.00 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of open parking under shade = 25 m²

Parking proposed under shade on ground floor = 2,250.00/25 = 90 ECS

Area proposed for Stilt parking at Ground Floor = 6,030.16 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of Stilt parking = 30 m²

Parking proposed for Stilt parking at Ground Floor = 6,030.30/30 = 201 ECS

Area proposed for Stilt parking at First Floor = 1,756.44 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of Stilt parking = 30 m²

Parking proposed for Stilt parking at first floor = 1756.44/30 = 58 ECS

Area proposed for stack parking in Basement Level – I = 14,675.13 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of Basement parking = 35 m²

Parking proposed in basement Level – I = 419 x 2 = 838 ECS (MLCP)

Area proposed for stack parking in Basement Level – II = 14,691.87 m2

Area required for 1 ECS of Basement parking = 35 m²

Parking proposed in basement Level – II = 419 x 2 = 838 ECS (MLCP)

Total Parking Proposed in Open + Stilt + Basement = 645 + 90 + 201 + 58 + 838 + 838

= 2670 ECS

Parking proposed is 20% more than parking required as per MoEF norms/Haryana

Bye laws.

The Parking and Traffic Circulation plan is attached as Annexure VI.

2.8 WATER SUPPLY AND SEWAGE TREATMENT PLAN

2.8.1 Water Requirement and supply

The total water requirement of the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is




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approx. 1324 KLD out of which total domestic water requirement is 1116 KLD The total

fresh water requirement is approx. 831 KLD (which is 781 KLD i.e. 70% of the domestic

water demand plus 50 KLD for swimming pool). The water will be supplied by the Local

Authority. The daily water requirement and Sullage generation calculation is given below in

Table 4 along with comparative of Obtained EC.

Table 4: Total Water Demand of total (Revision & Expansion) Project

S. No.

Description

Values in Applied

EC

Total (Revision and

Expansion)

in KLD

1 Total Water Requirement 878 1,324

2 Total Domestic Water Requirement 754 1,116

3 Sullage Generated 648 960

4 STP capacity 780 1,200

Table 5: Calculations of Daily Water Demand for Existing (Accorded EC) project

SI.

No. Description Occupancy

Demand

(lpcd)

Total Water

Requirement in KLD

1. Domestic Water

Requirement

(a) Residents 5,493 135 741.555

(b) Commercial Area 787 15 11.805 or 12

SUB TOTAL (a+b) 754 KLD

2.

Horticulture Water

Requirement

(4.7 Acres)

@ 25 KLD/

Acre 119

3. DG Cooling (2x750

kVA) 5

TOTAL WATER REQUIRMENT (1+2+3) 878 KLD

Table 6: Sullage Calculations for Existing (Accorded EC) project

Domestic Water Requirement 754 KLD

Fresh (70% of domestic) 528 KLD




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Table 7: Calculations for Daily Water Demand for of total (Revision & Expansion)

Project

SI.

No.

Description Occupancy Demand

(lpcd)

Total Water

Requirement (in KLD)

1. Domestic Water

Requirement

(a) Residents

Staff (@ 5% of General

DU Population)

Visitors

(@ 10% of Fixed

population)

7,847

316

785

135

45

15

1,059.345

14.22

11.775

(b) Commercial Area

Staff

Visitors

132

13

119

45

15

0.585

1.785

(c) Community

Staff

Visitors

163

16

147

45

15

0.72

2.205

(d) Educational

Staff

Visitors

Students

610

31

61

518

45

15

45

1.395

0.915

23.31

Flushing (30% of domestic) 226 KLD

Sullage Generated

(80% fresh + 100% flushing)

422+226= 648 KLD

STP Capacity 780 KLD




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SUB TOTAL (a+b+c+d) 1116.255 or 1,116 KLD

2. Horticulture (20672.514

m2)

@ 6 Lt/sq mt 124.035 or 124 KLD

3. HVAC (218 TR)¤ 13 Lt./hr/TR 34.008 or 34 KLD

4. Make up water for

Swimming Pool

50 KLD

TOTAL WATER REQUIRMENT (1+2+3+4) 1324 KLD

¤12 hours are considered for HVAC

Table 8: Sullage Calculations for of total (Revision & Expansion) Project

Domestic Water Requirement 1116 KLD

Fresh (@ 70% of domestic) + make up

water for swimming pool

781.2+50 = 831.2 or 831 KLD

Flushing (@ 30% of domestic) 335 KLD

Sullage Generated

(@ 80% fresh + 100% flushing)

625 + 335 = 960 KLD




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Figure 1: Water Balance Diagram for Existing (Accorded EC) project

Recycled Water

FRESH WATER

(528 KLD)

(70% of Domestic water)

SULLAGE GENERATED

(648 KLD)

STP CAPACITY 780 KLD

@ 80%

@ 80 %

518 KLD

FLUSHING

(226 KLD)


@ 100%

Sullage

waterwaterwat

erwaterwaterw

aterwaterwater

HORTICULTURE (119 KLD)

119 KLD

226 KLD

DG COOLING

(5 KLD)

ROAD WASHING,

RECREATION &

MICELLANEOUS

(60 KLD)

Nearby Construction

activities

108 KLD

5 KLD

60 KLD

108 KLD




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Figure 2: Water Balance Diagram for total (Revision & Expansion) Project

sullage Treatment and Re-use

It is expected that the total Sullage generation from Revision & Expansion project will be 960

KLD which will be treated in a STP of capacity 1200 KLD generating 768 KLD of treated

water. The treated water will be used for flushing, Horticulture, HVAC & rest surplus water

will be used for Nearby Construction projects i.e. approx. 108 KLD for Existing (accorded

EC) project and approx. 275 KLD for total (Revision & Expansion) project.

2.8.2 Sewerage System

FRESH WATER

(781 KLD)


SULLAGE GENERATED

(960 KLD)

STP CAPACITY 1200 KLD

HORTICULTURE

(124 KLD)

@ 80%

FLUSHING

(335 KLD)


@ 100%

124 KLD

335 KLD

Fresh water

TOTAL FRESH WATER

(781.2+50 = 831.2 or 831 KLD

50

KLD

34 KLD

960 KLD

(@ 80 %

768 KLD)

HVAC

(34 KLD)

Make up water for Swimming

Pool

(50 KLD)

NEARBY CONSTRUCTION

PROJECTS

275 KLD

275 KLD

Recycled Water Sullage

waterwaterwat

erwaterwaterw

aterwaterwater

Fresh Water




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An external sewage network shall collect the sewage from all units, and flow by gravity to

the sewage treatment plant.

Following are the benefits of providing the Sewage Treatment Plant in the present

circumstances:

Reduced net daily water requirements, source for Horticultural purposes by utilization

of the treated waste water.

Reduced dependence on the public utilities for water supply and sewerage systems.

Sludge generated from the Sewage Treatment Plant shall be rich in organic content

and an excellent fertilizer for horticultural purposes.

a. Wastewater Details

(a) Daily load : 960 KLD

(b) Duration of flow to STP : 24 hours

(c) Temperature : Maximum 32oC

(d) pH : 7 to 9.5

(e) Color : Mild

(f) T.S.S. (mg/l) : 250-400 mg/l

(g) BOD5 (mg/l) : 200-300 mg/l

(h) COD (mg/l) : 500-700 mg/l

b. Final discharge characteristics

(a) pH : 6.5 to 8.5

(b) B.O.D. : < 5 mg/l

(c) C.O.D. : < 25 mg/l

(d) Total Suspended Solids : < 10 mg/l

MBBR TECHNOLOGY

An MBBR (Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor) or adherent reactor biomass moving bed is a

biological treatment plant for the purification of waste water, i.e. exhaust, polluted. The

reactors, moving bed biomass adherent part of the family of adherent biomass systems, which




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are displacing jobs to activated sludge treatment of wastewater polluted.

2.9 Mechanism:

The MBBR reactor type are formed by biological reactors in which microorganisms flourish

in their means of support dispersed and suspended in the wastewater being treated. The

biofilm that forms on these supports is a function of the organic load associated with the

incoming wastewater. Unlike other processes at fixed biomass film, the media in this case are

free to move and then do not maintain fixed or the mutual positions nor compared to the

reactor.

The growth of a biofilm on a support is the result of the interaction between biological

processes and transport processes of the substrates. In particular, the formation of biofilms is

mainly due to the growth of microbial cells and the production of extracellular polymers

(usually negligible the contribution of the mass in suspension, which takes hold of the

surface).

The development of the film thus varies depending on the composition of the waste and

transport processes, from the latter depends on the availability of substrates for the

microorganisms within the biofilm. The progressive thickening of the film, one part affects

the diffusion of organic substrates and oxygen, the other causes, according to the

hydrodynamic characteristics of the reactor, the partial detachment of the film from the

media, through the phenomenon that is usually referred to as "detachment of the film

naked. In particular this happens for several reasons: predation by organisms such as protozoa

or metazoa, shear-induced water flow tangential to the film, abrasion due to shock each other

they are subjected to media where the film is present (trials to bed mobile), or a spontaneous

collapse when posting deep zones of the biofilm are made limiting conditions of oxygen and

substrates.

The MBBR reactor can be made with or without recirculation of sludge from the secondary

settler. If recycling is not foreseen, the adherent biomass reactors are defined as pure, while in

the case where the sludge to be recycled is called hybrid reactors, biomass or biomass mixed

adherent (adherent + suspended).

The moving bed reactors consist of tanks in which are kept in motion supporting elements,

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which can be made of different materials, and on which the biofilm develops. The movement

of the elements is guaranteed by the system of air injection or by mechanical mixers, this

guarantees the realization of complete mixing reactors, so it reduces the presence of dead

zones hydraulically and maximizes the available volume. The tanks are equipped with

appropriate grids to avoid dragging and release of elements from the reactor.

2.10 Features:

The main characteristics of the moving bed reactor can be summarized as follows:

Operate continuously, are not subject to clogging, due to their high degree of vacuum,

and therefore does not require backwashing;

Have limited losses, because you do not have the formation of preferential pathways

between the supports;

Have a good versatility in the operation: it is possible to vary the rate of fill (always)

and the ratio of sludge recirculation (hybrid reactor).

2.11 Advantages:

The MBBR technology benefits are:

Easy to use for upgrading activated sludge plants;

primary sedimentation is not necessary;

footprint smaller than that of activated sludge plant;

Limited losses.

2.12 Applications:

The main applications include the treatment of wastewater, both civil and industrial. The

MBBR systems are particularly effective for removing nitrogen and phosphorus and organic

carbon (COD).The processes that are established are used depending on the type patented, of

biological aerobic, anoxic or anaerobic.

The phases are:

Removal of organic matter: biological treatment, grinding and refining;

Nitrification: oxidation of organic compounds to nitrogen was carried out by

autotrophic bacteria reduced,




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Denitrification: the removal of nitrogen compounds present in solution in the

form of NO3-and NO2-(produced by nitrification above) by denitrifying bacteria.

The MBBR technology developed are used in municipal intensive, extensive lagoon systems,

fish farms, food processing, paper mills and chemical plants.

In some cases, are flanked by wider dissemination systems to enhance the effect of treatment.

The MBBR technology is still not very widespread in Italy, while increasing applications

especially in Northern Europe is indicated for the adaptation of existing systems thanks to the

simplicity of implementation and management that characterizes it.

Figure 3: Schematic Diagram of STP

Sewer System

The alignment and slope of the sewer line will follow the road network, drains or natural

ground surface and will be connected to the trunk sewers. The discharge point will be a

treatment plant, a pumping station, a water course or an intercepting sewer. Pumping stations

would be provided at places where the natural slope of the terrain is insufficient to permit

gravity flow or the cost of excavation is uneconomical to do the same.




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2.13 RAINWATER HARVESTING

The storm water disposal system for the premises shall be self-sufficient to avoid any

collection/stagnation and flooding of water. The amount of storm water run-off depends upon

many factors such as intensity and duration of precipitation, characteristics of the tributary

area and the time required for such flow to reach the drains. The drains shall be located near

the carriage way along either side of the roads. Taking the advantage of road camber, the

rainfall run off from roads shall flow towards the drains. Storm water from various plots/shall

be connected to adjacent drain by a pipe through catch basins. Therefore, it has been

calculated to provide 20 rainwater harvesting pits at selected locations, which will catch the

maximum run-off from the area.

1) Since the existing topography is congenial to surface disposal, a network of storm

water pipe drains is planned adjacent to roads. All building roof water will be brought

down through rain water pipes.

2) Proposed storm water system consists of pipe drain, catch basins and seepage pits at

regular intervals for rain water harvesting and ground water recharging.

3) For basement parking, the rainwater from ramps will be collected in the basement

storm water storage tank. This water will be pumped out to the nearest external storm

water drain.

Rain water harvesting has been catered to and designed as per the guideline of CGWA. The

recharge pit of 3 m diameter and 3.5 m depth is constructed for recharging the water. At the

bottom of the recharge well, a filter media is provided to avoid choking of the recharge bore.

Design specifications of the rain water harvesting plan are as follows:

Catchments/roofs would be accessible for regular cleaning.

The roof will have smooth, hard and dense surface which is less likely to be damaged

allowing release of material into the water. Roof painting has been avoided since most

paints contain toxic substances and may peel off.

All gutter ends will be fitted with a wire mesh screen and a first flush device would be

installed. Most of the debris carried by the water from the rooftop like leaves, plastic

bags and paper pieces will get arrested by the mesh at the terrace outlet and to prevent

contamination by ensuring that the runoff from the first 10-20 minutes of rainfall is




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flushed off.

No sewage or wastewater would be admitted into the system.

No wastewater from areas likely to have oil, grease, or other pollutants has been

connected to the system.

Rain Water Harvesting Pits

Table No 9: Total Rain Water Harvesting Pits of total (Revision & Expansion) Project

SI.

No.

Description Values in accorded EC Total

( Revision & Expansion)

1. Rainwater

harvesting pits 14 20

Table No 10: Rain Water Harvesting Pits in Existing (Accorded EC) project

Type of the

plot/built-up area

Area (in

sq mts)

Coefficient

of run-off

Peak rainfall

intensity during

one hour of

rainfall (in mts)

Rain water

harvesting

potential/hour (in

m3)

Roof-top area 10300 0.8 0.045 370.8

Paved Area (Total

area - sum of

rooftop area &

landscape area)

52911.9

0.7

0.045

1666.725

Green Area 19020.22 0.1 0.045 85.59

Considering 15 minutes retention time, total storm water load is = 530.779




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Taking the radius as 4 m and effective depth as 3 m, volume of a RWH

pit ( π r2h/4) is =3.14 × 4 × 4 × 3/ 4 = 37.68

Hence no. of pits required in approx = Total storm water load considering 15

minutes retention time / Volume of a RWH pit = 14.08

Thus, total no. of pits to be provided is 14 pits.

The required nos. of pit calculation is given in the following Table: 11

Table No 11: Calculations for Storm water and Required Rainwater Harvesting Pits for

total (Revision & Expansion) Project

Type of the plot/built-up area Area (in

sq mts)

Coeffici

ent of

run-off

Peak

rainfall

intensit

y

during

one

hour of

rainfall

(in mts)

Rain water

harvesting

potential/hou

r (in m3)

Roof-top area 13,817.64 0.8 0.045 497.435

Paved Area (Total area - sum of

rooftop area & landscape area)

43,457.64 0.7 0.045 1,378.366

Green Area (Landscape area- water

body)

20672.514 0.1 0.045 93.02

Considering 15 minutes retention time, total storm water load is =

492.20

Taking the radius as 3 m and effective depth as 3.5 m, volume of a RWH pit (

π r2h/4) is =3.14 × 3 × 3 × 3.5/ 4 = 24.72




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Hence no. of pits required in approx = Total storm water load considering 15

minutes retention time / Volume of a RWH pit = 19.911 or say 20

As 1 pit/acre is required so, total 20 rain water harvesting pits will be required for 20.31 acre

land.

Total of 20 Rain Water Harvesting pits are being proposed for artificial rain water recharge

within the project premises

Figure 4: Typical Rain Water Harvesting Pit Design

2.14 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT




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Solid Waste

Construction

Waste

Construction waste,

Broken Bricks,

Waste Plaster

Empty Cement

Bags

Used in re-filling,

raising site level

Sold to agency for

recycling

Excavated Soil

Top soil conserved for landscaping,

balance used in re-

filling

Solid waste would be generated both during the construction as well as during the operation

phase. The solid waste expected to be generated during the construction phase will comprise

of excavated materials, used bags, bricks, concrete, MS rods, tiles, wood etc. The following

steps are to be followed for the management solid waste:

Construction yards are for storage of construction materials.

The excavated material such as topsoil and stones will be stacked for reuse during

later stages of construction

Excavated top soil will be stored in temporary constructed soil bank and will be

reused for landscaping of the Group housing project.

Remaining soil shall be utilized for refilling / road work / rising of site level at

locations/ selling to outside agency for construction of roads etc.

Figure 5: Solid Waste Management Scheme (Construction Phase)

During the operation phase, waste will comprise domestic as well as agricultural waste. The

solid waste generated from the project shall be mainly domestic waste and estimated quantity




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of the waste shall be approx 4390 kg per day (@ 0.5 kg per capita per day for residents, @

0.15 kg per capita per day for the visitors, 0.25 kg per capita per day for the staff members

and landscape wastes @ 15 kg/acre/day).Following arrangements will be made at the site in

accordance to Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000 and

amended Rules, 2008. E- Waste will be managed as per E-waste (Management & Handling)

rules, 2011.

Table 13: Solid Waste Generation for total (Revision & Expansion) project

SI. No. Description Values in accorded EC Total

(Revision & Expansion)

1 Solid waste 2315 kg/day 4390 kg/day

Table 14: Calculation of Solid Waste Generation for total (Revision & Expansion)

project

S. No. Category kg per capita per day Waste generated

(kg/day)

1. Residential

General DU

General DU with SQ

EWS

Staff

Visitors

6325 @ 0.5 kg/day

1022 @ 0.5 kg/day

500 @ 0.50 kg/day

316 @ 0.25 kg/day

[email protected]/day

3162.50

511.00

250

79

117.75

2. Commercial

Staff

Visitors

13 @ 0.25 kg/day

119 @ 0.15 kg/day

3.25

17.85

3. Community

Staff

Visitors

16 @ 0.25 kg/day

147@ 0.15 kg/day

4

22.05

4. Educational

Students

Staff

Visitors

518 @ 0.25 kg/day

31 @ 0.25 kg/day

61 @ 0.15 kg/day

129.5

7.75

9.15

5. Landscape waste 5.10 acres @ 15

kg/acre/day

76.5




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TOTAL SOLID WASTE GENERATED 4390.3 kg/day or Say

4390 kg/day

(Source: For Waste Collection, Chapter 3, Table 3.6, Page no. 49, Central Public Health

& Environment Engineering Organization, Ministry of Urban Development, (Government

of India, May 2000))

Collection and Segregation of waste

1. A door to door collection system will be provided for collection of domestic waste

in colored bins from household units.

2. For commercial waste collection, adequate number of colored bins (Green and

Blue & dark grey bins– separate for Bio-degradable and Non Bio-degradable) are

to be provided at the strategic locations of the commercial area.

3. Litter bin will also be provided in open areas like parks etc.

Treatment of waste

Bio-Degradable wastes

1. Bio-degradable waste will be subjected to composting by the use of organic waste

converter and the compost will be used as manure.

2. STP sludge is to be used for horticultural purposes as manure.

3. Horticultural Waste is to be composted and will be used for gardening purposes.

Recyclable wastes

i. Grass Recycling – The cropped grass will be spread on the green area. It will act as

manure after decomposition.

ii. Recyclable wastes like paper, plastic, metals etc. will be sold off to recyclables.

Disposal

Recyclable and non-recyclable wastes will be disposed through Govt. approved agency.

Hence, the Municipal Solid Waste Management will be conducted as per the guidelines of

Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000 and amended Rules, 2008.

A Solid waste management Scheme is depicted in the following figure for the residential

project.




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Figure 6: Solid Waste Management Scheme (Operation Phase)

Organic Waste Converter

A waste converter is a machine used for the treatment and recycling of solid and liquid refuse

material. A converter is a self-contained system capable of performing the following

functions: pasteurization of organic waste; sterilization of pathogenic or biohazard waste;

grinding and pulverization of refuse into unrecognizable output; trash compaction;

dehydration.




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Figure 7: Organic Waste Converter

Benefits of organic waste converter

1. Large quantity of solid waste is converted to fertilizer in a very short period

2. Fertilizers can be sold as compost to farmers, or used for gardening

3. Machine requires less space and the efficiency is high

4. Manpower and maintenance is very less

5. This is one of the latest techniques of managing solid waste

2.15 LANDSCAPE

Total green area plus tree plantation measures 24,656.832 m2 i.e. 7968.652 m

2 (32.31% of the

green area) for tree plantation; 8719.528 m2 (35.36 % of the green area) for Avenue

Plantation, 3984.326 m2 (

16.15% of the green area) for climber plants, herbs & shrubs,

3984.326 m2

(16.15% of the green area ) for water body. The breakup of green area is given

in Table 15 and list of trees to be planted is given below in Table 15




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Table 15: List of Trees

S.No. Botanical name Local name

1. Cassia fistula Amaltas

2. Delonix regia Gulmohar

3. Bauhinia purpurea Kachnar

4. B. Variegata Kachnar

5. Lagerstroemia flosreginae Pride of India

6. Grevillea robusta Silk oak

7. Callistemon lanceolatum Bottle Brush

8. Anthocephalus cadamba Kadam

9. Polyalthia longifolia Ashok

10. Putranjiva roxburghii Putrajiv

11. Sterculea alata Coconut Buddha

12. Melia azadirachta Neem

13. Bassia Latifolia Mahua

14. Cassia javancia Pink Shower

15. Alstonia scholaris Devil Tree

16. Michelia champaca Champak

17. Terminalia arjuna Arjun

18. Ficus retusa Ficus

19. Saraca indica Ashoka

20. Casuarina Equisetifolia Ironwood

21. Salix alba White Willow

22. Dalbergia sissoo Shisham

23. Kigelia Pinnata Sausage tree




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24. Poangamia glabra Karanja

25. Erythrina indica Pangaar

26. Maduca latifolia Madhu

27. Ficus infectoria Pilkhan

28. Cassia nodosa Roheda

ORNAMENTAL SHRUBS

29. Delonix pulcherima Chhota gulmohar

30. Plumeria alba Champa

31. Lagerstroemia indica Dhayti

32. Ervatamia divaricata Chandni

33. Nyctanthes arbor-tristis Harsinghar

34. Yellow Duranta Skyflower

35. Hibiscus hirusta Costa Flores

36. Cassia biflora Twin-flowered cassia

37. Nerium indicum Kaner

38. Cassia aungustifolia Senna

39. Cassia glauca Kalamona

(Source: Guidelines for developing Green Belts by CPCB, 2000)

2.16 MANPOWER REQUIREMENT

During the construction phase, a large number of professionals and workers will be engaged in

various related activities. An approximation of the manpower requirement for the project is

around 200-300 workers which include skilled, semiskilled and unskilled.

As a responsible corporate, the proponent shall comply with all applicable Acts related to

employees’ service and their welfare of the Government of India in terms of working hours,

basic amenities and welfare facilities such as given below:

Minimum Wages Act, 1948,




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Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970,

Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment & Conditions of Services)

Act,1979,

The Building and other Construction Workers (Regulation and Employment of

Service) Act, 1996,

The Building and other construction workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996.

All workers and technicians will be provided with clean drinking water, sheds for resting and

sanitary facilities as mobile toilets/ toilets connected to septic tanks. Camps shall also be

organized for health check up every six months. No child shall be employed in the process and

that the safe and hygienic working conditions will be provided for the workers both during

construction and operational phase of the project. First aid facilities will be maintained at

readily accessible place where necessary appliances including sterilized cotton, wool, etc shall

be available for the construction workers and safe drinking water and sanitary facilities

(mobile sulabh shauchalayas) will be provided during construction phase.

2.13 FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM

The Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project located at Village Mujheri, Sector 70,

Faridabad, Haryana. Following provisions are required according to National Building Code 2005 Table 23 and

generally according to occupancy:-

The fire fighting system has been designed considering the following codes, manual and

guidelines;

National Building Code of India (NBC);

Latest relevant NFPA codes, USA, in particular NFPA – 13, 14, 20 & 22;

IRI guidelines;

As per requirement of fire officer/local fire approving authorities; and

As per Indian Standard Code for Fire Protection (IS Codes)

Following items are envisaged for firefighting:

Fire-Water Connections

Firewater inlet and outlet connections shall be provided to the water storage tanks;

External main fire ring, having 150 mm diameter and hydrants @ 45 m3/s spacing

shall be provided. This external fire ring shall be separated from the Sprinkler Main

Systems;

All flow switches, test valves, drain pipes etc. shall be provided as per NFPA




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guidelines on the sprinkler system;

All pump installation and arrangements shall be in accordance with IRI guidelines and

NFPA-20;

All pumps and accessories and electrical controllers shall be as per UL/FM lists,

tested, approved and certified; and

By-pass arrangements shall to be provided (150 mm Dia. Nominal bore) with NRV

and gate valve and bulk flow meter on the discharge header of each pump to check the

duties of pumps.

2.14 DETAILS OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

List of building materials being used at site:

1. Coarse sand

2. Fine sand

3. Stone aggregate

4. Stone for masonry work

5. Cement

6. Reinforcement steel

7. Pipe scaffolding (cup lock system)

8. Bricks

9. CLC fly ash blocks

10. Crazy (white marble) in grey cement

11. P.V.C. conduit

12. MDS, MCBs

13. PVC overhead water tanks

14. 2 1/2'’ thick red colour paver tiles

15. PPR (ISI marked)

16. PVC waste water lines

17. S.W. sewer line up to main sewer

18. PVC rain water down take

19. Stainless steel sink in kitchen

20. Joinery hardware- ISI marked




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2.14 MATERIALS USED FOR CONSTRUCTION & THEIR U VALUES

2.15 LIST OF MACHINERY USED DURING CONSTRUCTION

(i) Dumper

(ii) Concrete mixer with hopper

(iii) Excavator

(iv) Concrete Batching Plant

(v) Cranes

(vi) Road roller

(vii) Bulldozer

(viii) RMC Plant

(ix) Tower Cranes

(x) Hoist

(xi) Labor Lifts

(xii) Pile Boring Machines

(xiii) Concrete pressure pumps

(xiv) Mobile transit mixer




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CHAPTER-3

DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENT

3.1 INTRODUCTION

Information on the existing environmental status is essential for assessing the likely environmental

impacts of the project. In order to get an idea about the existing state of the environment, various

environmental attributes such as meteorology, air quality, water quality, soil quality, noise level,

ecology and socio-economic environment have been studied/ monitored.

3.2 STUDY PERIOD

Baseline environmental data generation for air, water, noise and soil quality monitoring around the

project site was conducted from 1st March 2013 to 31

st May 2013. Apart from field monitoring,

additional data was also collected from secondary sources like Irrigation Department, India

Meteorological Department (IMD), Central Ground Water Board, Geological Survey of India, State

Ground Water Department, State Pollution Control Board, Census of India and Local Forest

Department, Non -Governmental Agencies etc.

3.3 STUDY AREA

As per the Faridabad Master plan 2021 the site is earmarked for residential area having total Plot area

of 82,232.12 m2 (20.3199 acres). The probability of impacts from the Group Housing Project is

generally within 2 kms. However, field monitoring has been carried out beyond 2 km, in case of

presence of sensitive receptors. The study area comprises area with angular distance of 5 km

surrounding the project site. A 15 km radius around the project area has been considered for

secondary data collection.

3.4 BASELINE MONITORING OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENTS

In order to get an idea about the existing state of the environment, various environmental attributes

such as meteorology, air quality, water quality, soil quality, noise level, ecology and socio-economic

environment have been studied/monitored.




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3.4.1 Meteorology

A meteorological station was set up at the project premises. Meteorological data was generated

during the March 2013 to May 2013.

The following parameters were recorded at hourly intervals continuously during monitoring period:

-Wind speed

-Air temperature

Table-3.1 gives summarized meteorological data for the monitoring period (March- May 2013).

Figure-3.1 gives the wind-rose diagram for the monitoring period.

Table 3.1: Meteorological Data for (March- May 2013)

Month Temperature (o

C) Wind Speed (m/s)

Min Max Average Min Max Average

March 10 34 23 0 8.2 2.82

April 0 40 11 0 7.7 2.44

May 22 46 35 0 12.9 2.82




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Figure 8: The wind-rose diagram for three months 1st March 2013 to 31st May 2013

3.4.2 Air Environment

The prime objective of the baseline study with respect to ambient air quality is to establish the present

air quality and its conformity to National Ambient Air Quality Standards. This data has been further

used during impact assessment to predict the final air quality. This section describes the sampling

locations, frequency of sampling and methodology adopted for monitoring ambient air quality.

To quantify the impact of the project on the ambient air quality, it is necessary at first to evaluate the

existing ambient air quality of the area. The existing ambient air quality, in terms of Particulate Matter –

10 (PM10), Particulate Matter- 2.5 (PM2.5), Sulphur-dioxide (SO2), Oxides of Nitrogen (NO2), and




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Carbon Monoxide (CO), has been measured through a planned field monitoring.

To assess the ambient air quality level, 5 (five) monitoring stations were set up. Table-3.2 gives

location of the ambient air quality monitoring stations and attached as Annexure VII (a)

Table 3.2: Location of Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations

Locations Locations

Code

Direction Distance

AQ1 Village Mujheri E 0.4 km

AAQ2 Sector 71 ENE 1.1 km

AAQ3 Sector 68 SE 1.9 km

AAQ4 Sector 2 WSW 1.2 km

AAQ5 Project site - 0 km

3.4.2.1 Monitoring Schedule

Ambient air quality monitoring was carried out twice a week with a frequency of 24 hours for 12

weeks.

3.4.2.2 Methods of Sampling and Analysis

Fine particulate Sampler APM MFC550 was used for monitoring Particulate Matter (PM2.5 and

PM10); gaseous pollutants like SO2, and NO2 was collected by Gaseous Pollutant Sampler APM

433 and CO was monitored by Serinous 30 CO Analyser with NDIR detector.

3.4.2.3 Method for measurement of Particulate matter, SO2 & NO2

Method for measurement of Particulate Matter (PM10) in ambient air is done by Cyclonic Flow

Technique. Particles with aerodynamic diameter less than the cut-point of the inlet are collected by a

filter. Ambient air at the monitoring location is sucked through a cyclone. Coarse and non-reparable

dust is separated from the air stream by centrifugal forces acting on the solid particles and these

particles fall through the cyclone's conical hopper and get collected in the sampling cap placed at the




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bottom. The fine dust (<10 microns) forming the particulate matter (PM10) passes the cyclone and is

retained on the filter paper The mass of these particles is determined by the difference in filter

weights prior to and after sampling. The concentration of PM10 in the designated size range is

calculated by dividing the weight gain of the filter by the volume of air sample. A tapping is

provided on the suction side of the blower to provide suction for sampling air through a set of

impinges for containing absorbing solutions for SO2 and NO2. Samples of gases are drawn at a flow

rate of 0.2 liters per minute. The APM MFC 550 is used for PM2.5. This system is a manual method

for sampling fine particles (PM2.5 fraction) and is based on Impact or designs standardized by

USEPA for ambient air quality monitoring.

PM2.5 & PM10 have been estimated by gravimetric method (IS- 5182 part XXIII 2006). Improved

West and Gake method (IS-5182 part-II, 2001 & reaffirmed 2006) has been adopted for estimation

of SO2 and Modified Jacobs-Hochheiser method (IS-5182 part-X, 2006) has been adopted for the

estimation of NO2.

3.4.2.4 Method for measurement of Carbon Monoxide – NDIR method

Instrument used: Ecotech Serinus 30 Carbon Monoxide

This analyzer is used to measure CO in ambient air, in the range of 0-200 ppm (220mg/m3) to a

sensitivity of 0.05 ppm 55µg/m3). The Serinus 30 combines the benefits of Microprocess control

with Non-Dispersive Infrared Spectrophotometery technology (IS-182 part X 1999, reaffirmed

2003). CO Concentration is automatically corrected for gas temperature and pressure changes.

3.4.2.5 Results and Discussions

The results of Air quality is summarized below in the tabular form. The results when compared

with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) of Central Pollution Control Board

(CPCB) for "Industrial, Residential, Rural and Other Areas" show that the average values of

ambient air quality parameters are well within the stipulated limit.

The results of ambient air quality monitoring are summarized in the Tables below:

Table 3.3 (a) Ambient Air Quality with respect to PM2.5




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PM2.5 (µg/m3)

Location AAQ 1 AAQ 2 AAQ 3 AAQ 4 AAQ 5

Min 38.4 38.1 34.5 41.8 40.1

Max 62.8 54.5 50.4 66.4 64.3

Average 47.1 45.6 39.4 49.7 50.7

98 Percentile 61.7 53.3 49.6 65.8 63.1

The values of PM2.5 in study area are presented in Table 3.3 (a). The seasonal minimum, maximum,

average values and 98 percentile of PM 2.5 were observed 40.1 µg/m3, 64.3 µg /m

3, 50.7 µg/m

3 and 63.1

µg/m3 respectively at the project site. The seasonal minimum, maximum and average values ranged

between 38.1-41.8 µg/m3, 50.4-66.4 µg/m

3, 39.4-50.7 µg/m

3 & 49.6-65.8 µg/m

3 respectively in the

study area.

Table 3.3 (b) Ambient Air Quality with respects to PM10

PM10 (µg/m3)


Min 81.1 80.3 78.9 85.4 82.2

Max 124.5 114.5 92.6 126.5 116.8

Average 97.6 94.0 84.8 102.3 100.1

98 Percentile 122.7 113.9 91.8 125.4 115.5

The values of PM10 in study area are presented in Table 3.3 (b). The seasonal minimum, maximum,

average values and 98 percentile of PM10 were observed 82.2 µg/m3, 116.8 µg /m

3, 100.1 µg/m

3 and

115.5 µg/m3 respectively at the project site. The seasonal minimum, maximum and average values

ranged between 78.9-85.4 µg/m3, 92.6-126.5 µg/m

3, 84.8-102.3 and 91.8-125.4 µg/m

3 respectively in

the study area.

Table 3.3 (c) Ambient Air Quality with respect to SO2




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SO2 (µg/m3)


Min 8.9 8.2 7.2 9.8 9.2

Max 15.6 14.8 12.4 15.5 14.5

Average 10.8 9.8 9.7 12.1 10.8

98 Percentile 15.6 13.7 11.9 14.9 13.7

The values of SO2 in study area are presented in Table 3.3 (c). The seasonal minimum, maximum,

average values and 98 percentile of SO2 were observed 9.2 µg/m3, 14.5 µg /m

3, 10.8 µg/m

3 and 13.7

µg/m3 respectively at the project site. The seasonal minimum, maximum and average values ranged

between 7.2-9.8 µg/m3, 12.4-15.6 µg/m

3 , 9.7-12.1 µg/m

3 & 11.9-15.6 µg/m

3 respectively in the study

area.

Table 3.3 (d) Ambient Air Quality with respects to NO2

NO2 (µg/m3)


Min 22.8 22.6 19.5 26.9 23.2

Max 34.8 32.4 28.2 36.8 34.6

Average 27.0 26.5 23.9 30.8 27.3

98 Percentile 33.1 31.8 27.7 36.1 33.2

The values of NO2 in study area are presented in Table 3.3 (d). The seasonal minimum, maximum,

average values and 98 percentile of NO2 were observed 23.2 µg/m3, 34.6 µg /m

3, 27.3 µg/m

3 and 33.2

µg/m3 and respectively at the project site. The seasonal minimum, maximum and average values ranged

between 19.5-26.9 µg/m3, 28.2-36.8 µg/m

3, 23.9-30.8 and 27.7-36.1 µg/m

3 respectively in the study

area.




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Table 3.3 (e) Ambient Air Quality with respects to CO

CO (µg/m3)


Min 830 800 740 870 820

Max 1280 1250 1190 1310 1210

Average 996 1031 943 1065 988

98 Percentile 1220 1236 1130 1278 1187

The values of CO in study area are presented in Table 3.3 (e). The seasonal minimum, maximum,

average values and 98 percentile of CO were observed 820 µg/m3, 1210 µg/m

3, 988 µg/m

3 and 1187

µg/m3

respectively at the project site. The seasonal minimum, maximum and average values ranged

between 740-870 µg/m3, 1190-1310 µg/m

3, 943-1065 µg/m

3 and 1130-1278 µg/m

3 respectively in the

study area.

3.4.3 Noise Levels

Noise is one of the most undesirable and unwanted by-products of our modern life style. It may not

seem as insidious or harmful as air and water pollutants but it affects human health and well-being and

can contribute to deterioration of human well-being in general and can cause neurological disturbances

and physiological damage to the hearing mechanism in particular. It is therefore, necessary to measure

both the quality as well as the quantity of noise in and around the site.

3.4.3.1 Methodology

The intensity of sound energy in the environment is measured in a logarithmic scale and is expressed

in a decibel, dB (A) scale. In a sophisticated type of sound level meter, an additional circuit (filters)

is provided, which modifies the received signal in such a way that it replicates the sound signal as

received by the human ear and the magnitude of sound level in this scale is denoted as dB (A). The

sound levels are expressed in dB (A) scale for the purpose of comparison of noise levels, which is




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universally accepted by the international community.

Noise levels were measured using an Integrating sound level meter manufactured by Pulsar

Instruments Plc, Model NO. 91 (SL.No.B21625). It has an indicating mode of Lp and Leq. Keeping

the mode in Lp for few minutes and setting the corresponding range and the weighting network in

“A” weighting set the sound level meter was run for one hour time and Leq was measured at all

locations.

The day noise levels have been monitored during 6.00 am to 10.00 pm and night noise levels, during

10.00 pm to 6.00 am at all the 4 locations, which covers residential areas, commercial, industrial

areas, Silence area if available within 10 km radius of the study area.

3.4.3.2 Sampling Locations

A preliminary survey was undertaken to identify the major noise generating sources in the area. The

noise survey was conducted to assess the background noise levels in different zones. Gazettes

Notification (S.O. 123(E)) of MoEF dated February 14, 2000 on ambient air quality standards has

different noise levels for different zones viz. project site, industrial, commercial, and residential and

silence zones. Four sampling locations were selected for the sampling of noise levels. The sampling

locations are given in Table-3.4 below and also attached as Annexure VII (b).

Table 3.4 Noise Level Monitoring Stations in the study area

Location Code Locations Type of Area Direction Distance

NQ1 Village Mujheri Residential Zone __ __

NQ2 Anuradha Hospital Silence Zone WNW 3.2 km

NQ3 Innova Technology Industrial Zone NW 3.0 km

NQ4 SRS Bazar Commercial Zone NW 2.0 km




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Ministry of Environment & Forests (MoEF) has notified the noise standards vide gazette notification

dated February 14, 2000 for different zones under the Environment Protection Act (1986). These

standards are given in Table-3.5.

Table 3.5 Ambient Quality Standards in respect of Noise

Area Code Category of Area Noise dB(A) Leq

Day time* Night time*

A Residential Zone 55 45

B Silence zone 50 40

C Industrial Zone 75 70

D Commercial Zone 65 55

Note:

1. Daytime is from 6.00am to 10.00 pm and Night time is from 10.00 pm to 6.00 am.

2. Silence zone is defined as area up to 100 meters around premises of hospitals,

educational institutions and courts. Use of vehicle hours, loud speakers and bursting of

crackers are banned in these zones.

3.4.3.3 Results and Discussion

The noise data compiled on noise levels in April 2013 is given in Table - 3.6. The ambient noise

level at the project site during the day was 57.8 dB (A) during night it is 48.6 dB (A). For maintaining

the noise level, plantation and traffic management during the operation phase are suggested.




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Table 3.6: Hourly Leq Noise Level in the study Area, (March to May 2013)

Royal Heritage village.-Mujheri Sec.70 Faridabad Haryana

Noise Quality data April 2013

S.No. Locations ZONE LIMIT (as per CPCB Guidelines),Leq RESULT (Leq)

DAY* NIGHT* DAY* NIGHT*

1 Village Mujheri Residential Zone 55 45 57.8 48.6

2 Anuradha Hospital Silence zone 50 40 55.4 44.8

3 Innova Technology Industrial Zone 75 70 69.2 59.9

4 SRS Bazar Commercial Zone 65 55 62.3 51.4

3.4.4 WATER ENVIRONMENT

3.4.4.1 Water Quality

Water quality assessment is one of the essential components of EIA study. Such assessment helps in

evaluating the existing health of water body and suggesting appropriate mitigation measures to minimize

the potential impact from development projects. Water quality of ground water has been studied in order

to assess proposed water-uses in construction, drinking, cooling and horticulture purpose.

The water quality at the site and other locations within the 10 km impact zone was monitored during

March to May 2013. The locations of the monitoring sites are given in Table 3.7 and the result of the

monitoring and analysis of ground water is presented in the Table 3.8 (a, b, c).

3.4.4.2 Sampling Frequency and Sampling Techniques

Parameters for analysis of water quality were selected based on the utility of the particular source of

water as per MoEF guidance. Hence quality of ground water was compared with IS: 10500: 1991

(Reaffirmed 1993 With Amendment NO -3 July 2010) for drinking purposes. As per the standard

practice, one sample from each station was taken each month in the study period. Sampling was done by

standard sampling technique as per the Standard Methods. Necessary precautions were taken for

preservation of samples. The sampling locations for ground water are given in Table-3.7 and is attached

as Annexure VII (c) .




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Table 3.7: Location of Water Sampling Sites

Location No. Location Name Distance & Direction from

project site

GW – 1 Sector 2 WSW, 1.2 km

GW – 2 Village Mujheri E, 400 m

GW-3 Sector 71 ENE, 1.1 km

The water quality in the impact zone was assessed through physic- chemical and bacteriological

analysis of ground samples. The results have been compared with the drinking water quality

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Royal Heritage vill.-Mujheri Sec.70 Faridabad Haryana

Ground Water Quality

March13

Parameter Unit

Limit (as per IS:10500:2012) GW 1 GW 2 GW 3

Desirable Limit

Permissible

Limit Sector2

Village

Mujheri Sec.71

Colour Hazen 5 15 <5 <5 <5

Odour - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

Taste - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

Turbidity NTU 1 5 <1 <1 <1

pH - 6.5-8.5

No

Relaxation 7.36 7.44 7.48

Total Hardness (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 293 328 253

Iron (as Fe) mg/l 0.3

No


Chlorides (as Cl) mg/l 250 1000 286 352 336

Fluoride (as F ) mg/l 1 1.5 0.4 0.6 0.6

TDS mg/l 500 2000 950 1210 1125

Calcium(as Ca2+) mg/l 75 200 62 68 60

Magnesium (as Mg2+) mg/l 30 100 33 38 25

Copper (as Cu) mg/l 0.05 1.5 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Manganese(as Mn) mg/l 0.1 0.3 0.03 0.04 0.05

Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l 200 400 61 76 65

Nitrate(as NO3) mg/l 45

No

Relaxation 7 6 9

Table 3.8 (a) Ground water quality in study area during March 2013




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Phenolic Compounds (as

C6H5OH) mg/l 0.001 0.002 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

Mercury (as Hg) mg/l 0.001

No

Relaxation <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l 0.003

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Selenium ( as Se ) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Arsenic (as As) mg/l 0.01 0.05 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Cyanide (as CN ) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Lead (as Pb) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Zinc (as Zn) mg/l 5 15 0.08 0.11 0.13

Anionic Detergent (as

MBAS) mg/l 0.2 1 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Chromium (as Cr6+) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Mineral oil mg/l 0.5

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Alkalinity (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 275 371 342

Aluminum (as Al) mg/l 0.03 0.2 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

Boron (as B) mg/l 0.5 1 0.1 0.3 0.2

Microbiological Parameter

Total Coliform MPN/100ml 10 , Max - ND(<2) ND(<2) ND(<2)

E.coli

E.coli

/100ml Absent - Absent Absent Absent




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April 13 Apr-12

S.No Parameter Unit

Limit (as per IS:10500:2012) GW 1 GW 2 GW 3

Desirable Limit

Permissible

Limit Sector2

Village

Mujheri Sec.71

1 Colour Hazen 5 15 <5 <5 <5

2 Odour - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

3 Taste - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

4 Turbidity NTU 1 5 <1 <1 <1

5 pH - 6.5-8.5

No


6 Total Hardness (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 318 340 274

7 Iron (as Fe) mg/l 0.3

No


8 Chlorides (as Cl) mg/l 250 1000 302 370 340

9 Fluoride (as F ) mg/l 1 1.5 0.6 0.7 0.6

10 TDS mg/l 500 2000 996 1225 1132

11 Calcium(as Ca2+) mg/l 75 200 60 67 58

12 Magnesium (as Mg2+) mg/l 30 100 40 41 31

13 Copper (as Cu) mg/l 0.05 1.5 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

14 Manganese(as Mn) mg/l 0.1 0.3 0.04 0.05 0.06

15 Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l 200 400 64 72 70

Table 3.8 (b) Ground water quality in study area during April 2013




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16 Nitrate(as NO3) mg/l 45

No

Relaxation 8 7 10

17


C6H5OH) mg/l 0.001 0.002 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

18 Mercury (as Hg) mg/l 0.001

No

Relaxation <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

19 Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l 0.003

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

20 Selenium ( as Se ) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

21 Arsenic (as As) mg/l 0.01 0.05 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

22 Cyanide (as CN ) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

23 Lead (as Pb) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

24 Zinc (as Zn) mg/l 5 15 0.09 0.13 0.14

25


MBAS) mg/l 0.2 1 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

26 Chromium (as Cr6+) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

27 Mineral oil mg/l 0.5

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

28 Alkalinity (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 288 355 332

29 Aluminum (as Al) mg/l 0.03 0.2 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

30 Boron (as B) mg/l 0.5 1 0.3 0.2 0.3


1 Total Coliform MPN/100ml 10 , Max - ND(<2) ND(<2) ND(<2)

2 E.coli

E.coli





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Table 3.8 (c) Ground water quality in study area during May 2013



May13

Parameter Unit

Limit (as per

IS:10500:2012) GW 1 GW 2 GW 3

Desirable

Limit

Permissible

Limit Sector2

Village

Mujheri Sec.71

Colour Hazen 5 15 <5 <5 <5

Odour - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

Taste - Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable Agreeable

Turbidity NTU 1 5 <1 <1 <1

pH - 6.5-8.5

No


Total Hardness (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 326 350 296

Iron (as Fe) mg/l 0.3

No


Chlorides (as Cl) mg/l 250 1000 324 362 352

Fluoride (as F ) mg/l 1 1.5 0.7 0.7 0.6

TDS mg/l 500 2000 1042 1218 1124

Calcium(as Ca2+) mg/l 75 200 62 65 55

Magnesium (as Mg2+) mg/l 30 100 41 45 38




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Copper (as Cu) mg/l 0.05 1.5 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Manganese(as Mn) mg/l 0.1 0.3 0.05 0.04 0.05

Sulphate (as SO4) mg/l 200 400 60 75 70

Nitrate(as NO3) mg/l 45

No

Relaxation 6 6 9


C6H5OH) mg/l 0.001 0.002 <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

Mercury (as Hg) mg/l 0.001

No

Relaxation <0.001 <0.001 <0.001

Cadmium (as Cd) mg/l 0.003

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Selenium ( as Se ) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Arsenic (as As) mg/l 0.01 0.05 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Cyanide (as CN ) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Lead (as Pb) mg/l 0.01

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Zinc (as Zn) mg/l 5 15 0.11 0.14 0.12


MBAS) mg/l 0.2 1 <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Chromium (as Cr6+) mg/l 0.05

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Mineral oil mg/l 0.5

No

Relaxation <0.01 <0.01 <0.01

Alkalinity (as CaCO3) mg/l 200 600 298 370 314

Aluminum (as Al) mg/l 0.03 0.2 <0.02 <0.02 <0.02

Boron (as B) mg/l 0.5 1 0.2 0.3 0.2


Total Coliform MPN/100ml 10 , Max - ND(<2) ND(<2) ND(<2)




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E.coli

E.coli


pH has found to be in the range of 6.5 to 8.5 in ground water samples




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Rainwater Harvesting:

It has been planned to provide recharge pits within the project premises. Rain water will be

harvested from roof tops and surface areas. The rain water harvesting scheme is given below:

Figure 9 : Rainwater Harvesting Scheme

It has become necessary to harvest the rain water as maximum as possible. The drainage system needs

to be planned with a view to incorporate rainwater harvesting principles.

a) System that collect direct roof runoff for storage and then reusing for various purposes.




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b) Systems that use in-field or adjoining surface catchments to collect run-off and then impounded

for irrigation, horticultural, recreational and domestic purposes, after treatment.

c) Systems that utilize the rainwater run-off from various surfaces including Terrace and Roads and

green areas etc. for re-charging of the underground aquifer, through various measures.

In this system, the catchment from roof/terrace areas is further segregated for direct

recharging of aquifer through filter media.

The catchments from surfaces of road/paved/park/lawns etc. is segregated and then taken

to underground, through de-silting chamber/oil and grease separator etc.

3.4.5 LAND ENVIRONMENT

Land is the most vital resource for sustenance of life and degradations of land due to

industrialization, urbanization and population growth is a matter of concern. Therefore, it is

necessary to establish the existing land use pattern to optimize the land use as well as minimize

degradation due to the developmental activities. Also it is necessary to the landform of the

project site and the quality of the soil as soil erosion further deteriorates the quality of the land.

Soil erosion can be prevented by following methods:

Planting vegetation which stabilizes the soil and prevent erosion.

Applying a layer of mulch to the soil top which stabilize the soil as well as to reduce he

storm water runoff.

Using Geo textiles which help in stabilizing soil.

3.4.5.1 Topography

The landform of the project site is a plain land with average elevation of about 99.5 m-100 m.

The land environment is described by land use / land cover of the study area within 10 km

radius and soil environment of the study area within 5 km radius.




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Natural Drainage:

There are two major rivers near the project site i.e. Yamuna River. River Yamuna lies within the study

area at a distance of approx. 11.33 E. The drainage map of the study area is attached as Annexure – VII

(d).

3.4.5.2 Land Use Description

The land use / land cover of the project site was done to identify the land use pattern and land cover

pattern of the study area. The study of land use in the area enables one to know about the land that

can be used for various development activities envisaged in post project scenario. It also enables to

envisage the scenario emerging due to the increase in demand for land with increase in population

and the impacts arising due to the interface with the various project activities.

Objectives of the Study

The objectives of the present study are:

To map the study area with respect to various land use/land cover change over the past 10 years.

To identify the sensitive areas within 10 km radius around the project site.

Methodology

The land use / land cover pattern has been established based on the analysis of the data received from

satellite imagery by making land use/land cover map with the help of GIS technique. References have

been taken from Survey of India. Also the data based on Census of India, 2001 was referred and land

use study was done within 10 km radius area with limited ground truth verifications. Ground and

ancillary information have been used to identify the sensitive places within 10 km radius of the project.

Land Use Pattern Classification and description

The classification of land use / land cover pattern of the study area is mainly dominated by the types -

agricultural land, water bodies, canals, settlements or cultural use, and etc. The agricultural land covers




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the majority of the land which is about 71.48 % of the study area. The land use data are presented in

Table 3.9 and also highlighted with a pie chart at Figure 3.2. The Land use map is enclosed as

Annexure VII (e).

Table 3.9: Land use pattern of project area within 500 mtrs

LAND USE CLASS AREA (Ha)

Water bodies 60.23

Settlement 7448.62

Vegetation 216.35

Open Scrub 772.86

Open Land 846.72

Agriculture 23591.6

Forest 65.78

TOTAL 33001.62

Figure 10: Land Use Pattern of the Project Site within 10 Km




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Topography:

Slope form: Contour plan shown that land is flat land with highest RL 100 m and Lowest RL

99.5 m. Project will not cause any change in natural slope.

Landform and Terrain analysis: According to the study of 10 km radius around the project in

topographical map of scale 1:50000, it was found that 71.48 % is Agriculture, 22.57 % is settlement,

2.34 % is Open Scrub, 0.65 % area is Vegetation, 2.56 % is Open land, 0.18 % is Water bodies &

0.199% forests Complete details are given in figure 3.3 above.

Soil:

Soil formation is influenced mainly by climate, geology, relief and other biotic interactions. To

assess the soil quality of the proposed area, following stations were selected. Soil profile and

quality was studied at 5 different locations.

The composite soil samples were collected from different location and were analyzed for

characterization. The locations of the monitoring sites are depicted in Table 3.10 (a) and the

results of the monitoring and analysis is presented in the Table 3.10 (c) and is attached as

Annexure VII (f).

Table 3.10(a): Soil Sample Collection Points

Location No. Sample collected from Direction Distance (Km)

SQ- 1 Project Site ___ ___

SQ- 2 Village Mujheri E 0.4 km

SQ- 3 Sector 71 ENE 1.1 km

SQ- 4 Sector 68 SE 1.9 km

SQ-5 Sector 2 WSW 1.2 km

3.4.5 Methodology

The soil samples were collected in the month of April 2013 from 5 locations as given in




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above Table. At each of these locations 3 sub-locations were identified randomly from where

soil was collected from up to 30 cm below the surface. The final 5 samples represent

homogenously mixed soil from these 3 sub-locations for each location. The samples were

filled in polythene bags, labeled in the field with number and site name and sent to laboratory

for analysis. Table 3.10(b) gives the idea of the frequency and methodology of selection of

soil sampling stations and monitoring process.

Table 3.10 (b) Frequency and Methodology for Soil Sampling & Monitoring:

Particulars Details

Frequency Once during the Study Period

Methodology Grab samples of the topsoil were collected from 3 depths, at particular locations

and all samples are mixed to provide a representative sample for analysis. They

were stored in airtight. Polythene Bags and analyzed at the laboratory.

*Grab sample- a single sample or measurement taken at a specific time or over as a short period as

feasible.




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Table 3.10 (c): Soil Quality Data

Royal Heritage Vill-Mujheri Faridabad Sec-70 Haryana

Soil Quality Data April 2013

Project Site Vill.Mujheri Sec-71 Sec-68 Sec-2

S.No Parameter Unit SQ-1 SQ-2 SQ-3 SQ-4 SQ-5

1

Texture - Sandy Loam Loam Sandy Loam Sandy Clay Loam Sandy Loam

Sand % 68.6 51.3 60.3 56.9 64.5

Silt % 16.5 24.1 21.1 22.5 18.4

clay % 14.9 24.6 18.6 20.6 17.1

2 pH (1:2) - 7.86 8.06 7.68 8.12 7.86

3 Electrical Conductivity (1:2) µmhos/cm 254 523 371 438 387

4 Cation exchange capacity meq/100 gm 12.6 16.2 13.3 14.9 14.3

5 Exchangeable Potassium meq/100 gm 0.28 0.38 0.29 0.31 0.26

6 Exchangeable Sodium meq/100 gm 0.58 0.76 0.61 0.64 0.71

7 Exchangeable Calcium meq/100 gm 8.6 10.5 8.8 10.1 9.2

8 Exchangeable Magnesium meq/100 gm 3.1 4.6 3.6 3.8 4.1

9 Sodium Absorption Ratio - 0.76 0.87 0.77 0.77 0.87

10 Water Holding Capacity % 24.1 29.8 26.4 27.8 25.2

11 Porosity % 40.3 35.2 38.1 37.9 39.4

12 Permeability cm/hrs 2.3 1.7 2.0 2.1 2.2

13 Total kjehdahl Nitrogen % 0.024 0.046 0.034 0.041 0.032

14 Phosphorus(Olsen’s) mg/kg 5.3 8.3 6.5 7.4 5.8

15 Organic Matter % 0.28 0.35 0.31 0.34 0.30




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Result:

Results are summarized in Table 3.10 (c); the result shows that texture of the core is Sandy Loam. The

results of buffer zone show that texture is sandy loam. pH ranges from 7.68– 8.12.

3.4.6 Biological Environment

3.4.6.1 Biological Environment

Literally environment stands for the totality of surrounding conditions. Animals and plants form

a vital part of this sum total. Flora and fauna of an area are inter-related to each other and have a

very crucial impact on human life. With changes in environmental conditions, structure, density

and composition of plants and animals undergo changes as well. The present study was carried

out in two separate headings for floral and faunal community. The aspects to be covered in the

study for the project are given in Table 3.11.

Table 3.11: Aspects to be covered in the study for the Project

Aspect of Environment Likely Impacts

A. Terrestrial Ecology Impacts on terrestrial flora and fauna

Impacts on wildlife

Impacts on socially/economically/genetically/

biologically important project species

B. Aquatic Ecology Impacts on aquatic fauna/flora

The relevant environmental impacts out of the entire gamut of issues outlined in the Table 3.15

were identified. For these impacts or aspects, environmental baseline data has been

collected from primary as well as secondary data sources. As a part of the study, detailed

field studies on various aspects were conducted. The baseline status has been ascertained for the

following aspects:




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3.4.6.2 Biological Environment: Terrestrial Ecology/Aquatic Ecology

The information presented in this Chapter has been collected through field studies,

consultation with various government departments and collation of available literature

with various institutions and organizations. The summary of data collected from various sources

as a part of the EIA study is outlined in Table 3.12.

Table 3.12: Summary of data collected from various sources

Aspect Mode of data

collection

Parameters

monitored

Frequency Source(s)

Terrestrial

Ecology

Primary secondary and

field survey

Floral and Faunal

Inventory/

Importance

One

Season

(Summer)

Field studies,

Forest

Department and

literature review

Aquatic Ecology Primary and secondary Presence of

various

species/Importance

One

Season

(Summer)

Field studies,

Forest

Department and

literature review

A. Floral Community:

The study area was divided into two zones as given below;

i) Core Zone: within the project area.

ii) Buffer Zone: (A) 100 m radius around the project site.

(B) 10 km radius around the project site.

General Vegetation Pattern:

The prevailing vegetation cover over the area is mainly of tropical dry deciduous forest as per

the Champion and Seth (1968) “Classification of forest type of India”.




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i) Core Zone: There was no vegetation within the core zone. Only a few species of

Parthenium, Acacia nilotica and Cynodon dactylon were seen.

ii) Buffer Zone:

In 100 m radius around the project area:

The list of plants recorded in Buffer Zone (100 m Radius) is given in Table 3.15(a).The vegetative

community of the area is mainly under open scrub forest and because of urbanization area is usually

surrounded with planted varieties. The dominant species are Japanese maples (Acer palmatum),

Trident maples (Acer buergerianum), neem (Azadarachta indica), Gulmohar (Delonix regia.), Safeda

(Eucalyptus), Carrot grass (Parthenium sp.), etc. The prominent grass is Cynodon dactylon.

No threatened, rare, endangered or endemic species were observed during the survey in this

Buffer Zone (100m radius around the project area).

Table 3.13(a): List of Plants in Buffer Zone (100 m Radius)

S. No. Local Names Botanical Names

1. Neem Azadirachta indica

2. Safeda Eucalyptus

3. Dhatura Datura sp.

4. Amaltas Cassia fistula

5. Carrot grass Parthenium sp.

6. Gulmohar Delonix regia

7. Japanese maples Acer palmatum

8. Trident maples Acer buergerianum

In 10 km radius around the project site:

The list of plants recorded in Buffer Zone (10 km Radius) is given in Table 3.15(b). There is no




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protected forest area in this zone. The vegetative community of the area is mainly under open scrub

forest and because of urbanization area is usually surrounded with planted varieties. The dominant

species are Neem (Azadirachta indica), Gulmohar (Delonix regia sp.), Safeda (Eucalyptus), Carrot

grass (Parthenium sp.), Amaltas (Cassia fistula), Dhatura (Datura sp.), Arandi (Ricinus communis),

Bougainvellia, Peepal (Ficus religiosa), shisham (Dalbergia sissoo), bottle blush (Callistemon

lanceolatus), etc. The prominent grass species is Cynodon dactylon.

Table 3.13(b): List of Plants in Buffer Zone (10 Km Radius)

S. No. Local Names Botanical Names

1. Neem Azadirachta indica

2. Safeda Eucalyptus

3. Dhatura Datura sp.

4. Arandi Ricinus communis

5. Peepal Ficus religiosa

6. Bougainvelia Bougainvelli

7. Bottle palm Beaucarnea recurvata

8. Amaltas Cassia fistula

9. Shisham Dalbergia sissoo

10. Bottle brush Callistemon lanceolatus

11. Carrot grass Parthenium sp.

12. Gulmohar Delonix regia

13. Oak Quercus sp

14. Japanese maples Acer palmatum

15. Trident maples Acer buergerianum

Agricultural land

The Irrigation facility is proper in the study area, thus chana , sarson, ragi, jowar and maize




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are the main crops grown in the area. Other crops, which are grown, are Moong, Cajanus, Til,

etc. Where watering facility is available seasonal vegetables are also grown.

Waste land

Wasteland is commonly seen in the area, and is mostly covered with species like Lantana

spp, Ipomea spp, Calotropis procera, Cassia tora, Parthenium spp., Zizyphus spp., Argemone

spp. etc.

Grassland

Grassland in the study area is secondary in origin. The common species found

in the area are Euphorbia spp. Desmodium spp., Cynodon dactylon, Cyperus spp.,

Ipomoea spp. etc.

Vegetation in and around human settlement

Near villages the vegetation pattern changes from rest of the area. The common species

grown near villages are Mangifera indica, Madhuca indica, Sizygium cumini, Bambusa sp.,

Azadirachta indica, Delonix regia, Tamarinds indica, Eucalyptus spp. Ficus religiosa, etc.

Avenue trees and projection

The roadside along in the study area are projected with trees in single to double

rows. The common trees are Azadirachta indica, Syzigium cumini. Mangifera indica,

Delonix regia, Cassia fistula, Eucalyptus spp., Saraca asoca etc.

Agricultural crops

Land at some places is used for agriculture purpose. The main crops are maize, bajra,

Chana, Sarson, jowar, ragi, and vegetables. No threatened, rare, endangered or endemic

species were observed during the survey in Buffer Zone (10 km radius around the project




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area).

B. Faunal Community:

A general faunal study was carried out for the core zone and buffer zone separately as given

below;

(i) Core Zone: There was no unique faunal community within the core zone of the project site

(ii) Buffer Zone:

In 100 m radius around the project site:

The species observed in Buffer zone (100 m around the project area) are given in Table 3.13(c).

No threatened, rare, endangered or endemic species were observed during the survey in Buffer

Zone (100 m radius around the project site).

Table 3.13(c): List of Species in Buffer Zone (100 m Radius)

Sl. No. Local Names Zoological Names

Amphibians

1. Toad Bufo sp

2. Frog Rana tigrina

Reptiles

3. Indian garden lizards Calotes versicolor

4. house lizards Hemidactylus sp.

Mammals

5. Indian palm squirrel Fumambulus pennanti

6. Cat Felis sp.

7. Dog Cuon sp




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Sl. No. Local Names Zoological Names

8. Cow Bos sp.

9. Rat Rattus rattus

Aves

10. Crow Corves splendens

11. Sparrow Passer domesticus

12. Baya Ploceus philippinus

13. Parrot Psittacula krameri

In 10 km radius around the project area list of species observed in this buffer zone is given in

Table 3.13(d).

Table 3.13(d): List of Species in Buffer Zone (10 Km Radius)

S.No. Local Names Zoological Names

Amphibians

1. Toad Bufo sp.

2. Frog Rana tigrina

Reptiles

3. Indian garden lizards Calotes versicolor

4. House lizards Hemidactylus sp.

Mammals

5. Indian palm squirrel Fumambulus pennanti

6. Cat Felis sp.

7. Dog Cuon sp.

8. Cow Bos sp.

9. Horse Equs sp.

10. Rat Rattus rattus

Aves




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S.No. Local Names Zoological Names

11. Crow Corves splendens

12. Sparrow Passer domesticus

13. Baya Ploceus philippinus

14. Parrot Psittacula krameri

15. Peafowl Pavo cristatus

16. Pigeon Columba livia

17. Egretta Egretta sp

18. Myna Acridotheres tristis

C. Protected Areas

There are no, Wildlife Sanctuary, National Park and/ or Biosphere Reserve within 10 km of the

study area.

D. Wild life and avifauna

Detailed survey was conducted to evaluate faunal composition of the study area (core and buffer

zone) within the project area. Primary data like faunal composition was recorded during site visit and

secondary data was collected from the Forest department to get the correct picture of the study area.

The major portion of the study consists of agricultural field and human settlements which support

wildlife habitat insignificantly.

The survey methods used for faunal assessment are:

The major part of the study area lies under agriculture field and human settlements which restricted

the wildlife habitat significantly. Most of the mammalian species reported in the study area are

common fox, and Indian hare. There is neither any wildlife sensitive area nor any corridor for the

movement of wildlife present in the study area. There are many small ponds present in the buffer




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zone of study area which are the major attraction sites for avifauna. Common Maina, Kingfisher,

Spotted dove, Pintail and Pond Heron are some dominant bird species present in the study area.

There is no information regarding migratory movement of birds in the study area. As far as the

reptiles community was concerned, Krait and house lizard are reported from the study area.

Methodology

3.8.3 Aquatic life

The Phytoplankton in the lakes is basically dominated by filamentous forms. The dominant ones

are Chaetophora sp., Cladophora sp., Spirogyra sp. The Zooplanktons are basically dominated by

Crustaceans and Rotifers.

3.5 SOCIO ECONOMIC IMPACTASSESSMENT

3.5.1 Background

Background

i) In this part of the EIA report an attempt has been made to assess the Socio-Economic Impact

of the Group housing project at village Mujheri, sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana developed by

M/s. Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd, Registered office at 309, 3rd

floor ,JMD Pacific Square

,sector 15 , Part II , Gurgaon , Haryana.

Socio-economic impact assessment of the study area of a project is pre requisite before the project is put

into implementation. The study area consists of the core area where the project is expected to come up

and a buffer area encircling the core area with a radius of certain distance from the periphery of the core

area. In the present township project the study area consists of core area and the buffer area encircling

the core area with a distance of two kilometers from the periphery of the core area. Socio-economic

impact assessment has been made mandatory by the Government of India and the same is applicable to

all types of venture namely real-estate development; construction of power plants, refineries, roadways,

railways, shipyards, airports, large industrial undertakings, Export Promotion Zones (EPZ), Special

Economic Zones (SEZ), mining of mineral ores; land filling etc. Socio-economic impact assessment is

a technique to get acquainted with social, cultural and economic conditions of stakeholders, which




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includes individuals, groups, communities and organizations. The above assessment is made through a

socio-economic survey conducted by a team of experts that often consist of a demographer, statistician,

econometrician, social scientist, health expert and gender specialist. The scope of the socio-economic

study is as under.

a. To assess the prevailing socio-economic conditions in the study area

b. To analyze the possible impact of the project on the prevailing socio-economic environment

in the study area.

c. To analyze awareness and perception of the people about the project.

d. To suggest steps to annul the adverse effects of the project on the people in the area.

Besides the above base line data is collected from primary and secondary sources so that post

construction evaluation and impact assessment could be undertaken more effectively in order to obtain

realistic outcome.

The findings of the study are very crucial to the authority granting environment and other clearances to a

particular project, as it provides valuable information to them for arriving at a decision.

3.5.2 Approach & Methodology

A mixture of both quantitative and qualitative approach was adopted in the current socio-economic

study. Since the qualitative information is hypothetical in nature and cannot be analyzed directly they

were converted into numerical facts prior to data analysis. The study was conducted based on primary

and secondary data. The primary data was collected by organizing field survey. The questionnaires

formulated for collection of primary data contained both open and close ended questions. While primary

data was collected through a sample survey of selected households, the secondary data was collected

from the administrative records and published literatures.

3.5.3 Sample Survey of Households

Study Area

For all township projects the study area, also known as impact area has been defined as the sum total of

core and buffer area with a radius of two kilometers from the periphery of the project site. The study




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area includes all the land marks both natural and manmade, falling therein. The entire study area of the

Group housing Project is falling in Faridabad, Sub-district and district, Haryana covering 2 villages

namely, Chandauli and Mujheri. The urban area covered is mainly Ballabhgarh. The Group housing

Project is located at Village- Mujheri , Faridabad, Haryana. In small patches of land vegetables grow in

abundance. The study area is the home of many IT and software companies. There is however

manufacturing unit at both the villages ,Mujheri and Chandauli for Electrical Goods. The entire study

area is fast getting urbanized

Sample Design

Two stage sampling design was adopted in the above study. The first stage units are localities in the

study area and the ultimate stage units are households in the selected localities.

3.5.4 Sampling unit

The households in selected localities are the ultimate sampling units. Primary data was collected from

the sample households through face to face interviews.

3.5.5 Respondents

The head of the selected household was treated as respondent for collection of information through face

to face interview. The respondents were of either sex. Further, it was ensured that he/she must be an

adult member of the selected household. However, where the head of the household was not present at

his/her dwelling unit or refused to participate in the interview, one of the remaining adult members of

the household ready to provide the information through face to face interview was treated as respondent.

3.5.6 Reference period

The reference period for the survey was last 365 days from the date of survey.

3.5.7 Selection of localities and number of households selected

For collection of information through household survey two villages were selected namely Mujheri is

located close to project site and Chandauli with the Urban area of Ballabhgarh located at the outer




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periphery of the buffer area. These localities were selected from a list frame prepared in-house by GRC

India (P) Ltd. Due to non- availability of auxiliary information in the list frame these localities were

selected randomly. Number of households (ultimate stage units) selected in each village were 6

respectively.

3.5.8 Questionnaire

For collection of information GRC developed two structured questionnaire – (1) Village questionnaire

and (2) Household questionnaire. Both the questionnaires are divided into several blocks. Besides

identification particulars, the Household questionnaire had provision for collecting information on

following aspects:

(i) House structure

(ii) Socio-economic profile of the household

(iii) Details regarding BPL families

(iv) Household assets.

(v) Details of household members.

(vi) Availability of potable water and sanitation facilities

(vii) Storm water and solid waste/ garbage disposal facilities

(viii) Details about personal and hygiene facilities

(ix) Awareness level of the household regarding upcoming township project

(x) Respondent’s perception about the project.

The Village questionnaire carried questions on demographic particulars of the locality, infrastructure

and other facilities available in the area.

3.5.9 Conduct of field work

Immediately, after the completion of a short briefing the field work was taken up and the same was

completed in a week’s time. The team members visited each selected village and collected data from the

randomly selected households. In case of non-responses due to house-locked, household refused to

provide information or household shifted outside the locality alternate households were approached for




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collection of information.

3.5.10 Findings of the survey

Demographic particulars of the study area based on decadal growth rate

As the entire study area has got completely urbanized an attempt has been made to estimate the

population of the study area by using the Census 2001. Accordingly, the estimated population of the

study area for has been worked out to 1,93,562 based on Census 2001.

Of the total population 34,783 (18 percent) belong to 0-6 age group. Again of this 18,923 (54 percent)

are male and the remaining 15,860 (46 percent) are female. The sex ratio of overall population of the

study area has been worked out to 852 females per 1000 males, which is slightly more than the district

average of 851 females per 1000 males and much less than the state average of 908 for utter Pradesh and

national average (provisional) of 940 females per 1000 males. The sex ratio of 0-6 age group has been

worked out to 838 females per 1000 males.

It has been estimated that 1,03,929 (54 percent) of the total population of the study area are literate. Of

this, 68,475 (66 percent) are males and the remaining 35,454 (34 percent) are females. The overall

literacy rate in the study area has been worked out to 65 percent. The literacy rate of male population is

around 80 percent and that of female is 48 percent, creating a gender gap of 31.6 percent.

A worker has been defined as a person who participates in a productive activity with or without

compensation, wages or profit and such participation may be physical and/or mental in nature. The field

survey has revealed that 79,967 (41 percent) the total population is gainfully employed. While male

workers constitute 63 percent of the total work force, the share of female workers is only 37 percent.

In the study area the workers engaged in various activities can be classified into agricultural workers,

industrial workers and other workers. Those who are engaged in ‘agriculture’ can be classified further as

cultivators and land less labour. In the study area the total number of workers engaged in ‘agriculture’ is

41,229 which is 22 percent of the total population. Of the total number of workers engaged in

agriculture nearly 68 percent are cultivators who own land and the remaining 32 percent are land less

agricultural labour who works in the farm owned by others. Further, 2 percent of the total workers in the

study area are engaged in household industries. The field survey has revealed that most of these




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industrial units are Own Account Enterprises (OAE) with no hired worker.

Furthermore, about 78 percent of the total workers fall in the category of ‘other workers’. They are

mostly white collar workers, workers engaged in large scale industries, traders and petty shop owners,

etc.

3.5.11 Dwellings

Earlier, most of the dwelling units in the study area were Kachcha or semi-pucca houses. Due to rapid

urbanisation these kachcha /semi-pucca houses have replaced by palatial buildings, multi-storeyed flats,

residential houses, commercial buildings & offices, shopping malls etc. The Greater Noida authority is

giving much attention to promotion of green buildings that ensures economic use of energy and

conservation of water.

3.5.12 Amenities

Education Facilities

The area is rich in institutional education facilities. There are all types of schools including global

schools for education. Also there are colleges and universities and other institutions for higher

education. The Aryavir Bhalla Dev Public School is located at a distance of approximately 7.25 Km

NNW from the project site .

Medical Facilities

The study area is dotted with institutional medical facility. Most of them are private hospitals, clinics

and nursing homes. Most of the medical institutions operate 24x7 and many are of world class standard.

The Noble Hospital is located at a distance of 6.62 km in the NNW direction from the project site and

Fortis Escorts Hospital 7.40 km NNW from the project site.

3.5.13 Drinking water facilities

In the study area the main source of drinking water is tap water. In high rise buildings water is drawn

with the help of power full motors and submersible pumps. In multistoried buildings there are water

storages in which water is stored during fixed hours of the day and the same is available to the dwellers




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all throughout the day. The area faces water shortage during dry season when water supply gets erratic.

The local government is emphasizing on setting up of rainwater harvesting structures for storing and

recharging of groundwater.

3.5.14 Supply of Electricity

All the settlements in the study area have been fully electrified. Power supply is available for all types of

uses namely domestic, agriculture and industrial. People in the study area consume power mostly for

domestic, commercial and industrial uses. Due to rapid urbanization the demand for power for

agricultural uses is fast declining. The demand for power is ever increasing due to increase in

population, trade and industries.

3.5.15 Transport and Communication

The Group Housing Project has been planned to be set up close to NH-2, which is approx. 3.5 km away

from project site towards West direction. The area is well connected by roads. The nearest railway

station is Ballabhgarh railway station.

3.5.16 Banking facilities

The study area is well served by banks and other financial institutions. Most of the commercial banks

including nationalized and private banks have opened their branches in the study area.

Impact of the project on existing land use

3.5.17 Impact on existing land use

As per Faridabad Master plan 2031 the project site is located in the land earmarked for residential

purposes. Accordingly, no change in the land use pattern is envisaged. It is anticipated that the

construction activities of the project will not have any adverse effect on the land use pattern of the study

area.

3.5.18 Acceleration in Urbanization

The project site is located near village Mujheri, in Faridabad , Haryana. It now forms part of the

Faridabad Municipal Authority. This indicates that urbanization of the area, where the residential




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township is located has already started. It is expected that the project will further accelerate the ongoing

urbanization of the area.

The urbanization of the area is the positive impact of the residential Project. However, this has to be

undertaken more cautiously as it may cause negative impact on the socio-economic aspect of people

living in the area due to stress and strain on civic amenities. It is therefore suggested that for smooth

development of the area long term planning should be adopted and there should be adequate budgetary

provision for the purpose.

3.5.19 Availability of Residential Accommodation

The up-coming residential township has been planned to provide residential accommodation to

7847persons. Besides the above the project will also provide accommodation to about 785 visitors. This

is a positive impact of the project as it gives solution to housing problem to some extent.

3.5.20 Development of Slums

During the construction period the project may give birth to slums dwelt by the construction workers. It

may be ensured that growth of slums must be discouraged and people living in the slums may be shifted

as and when the construction of the residential township is over. It would be appropriate if separate

dwelling units are constructed for EWS.

3.5.21 Impact on population composition

Consequent to development of the above residential project there will be an increase in the overall

population of the study area. The increase in population will take place during the construction period as

well as during post construction period when large number of families will shift to the above township.

This will change the existing sex ratio of the study area. The increase in population during construction

period will be marginal and temporary.

3.5.22 Impact on Employment opportunities

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during construction period. The number will vary according to pace of progress of construction and it

will vary between 50 and 300. During the operation period as many as 30 people will get direct

employment as staff of the Resident’s Association for maintenance and up-keeping of the entire

premises. They include service personnel namely guards, security personnel, gardeners, electricians,

plumber, sweepers, lift men etc. Besides the above the project will provide employment opportunities

to about 100 persons in the informal sector. These job opportunities will be for those who want to work

as delivery boys, washer men, maid servants, cooks, baby keepers, drivers, cleaners, vendors etc. There

is no dearth of skilled and unskilled manpower in Faridabad and its adjoining areas. Hence, it is

expected that all the employment opportunities will be made available to the local people. . Creation of

employment opportunities is a positive impact of the project on socio-economic aspects of people living

in the neighborhoods.

3.5.23 Impetus to Infrastructure development

The residential project will pave the way for various infrastructure developments that includes roads,

parks, play grounds, bus shelters etc. This is a positive impact, which will create further employment

opportunities for the local people.

3.5.24 Impact on Health facilities

The availability of cheap health facility in the study area is inadequate as there is no government health

facility for the workers in the area. For any medical assistance the local people are required to visit the

private hospitals or dispensaries or rush to district hospital. Hence, there is a dire need for augmentation

of cheap and efficient health services in the study area. The residential township project, when in

operation will increase the population of the area as also the need for institutional health facilities. It is

therefore suggested that a health center may be set up in the neighborhood of the residential township

project especially for the people working in the informal sector.

3.5.25 Awareness of the Project and people perception

The sample survey has revealed that 90 percent of the households living in the study area are un-aware

of the proposed residential town ship project as no construction activity has yet started. Only six percent

reported that they have heard about the project from their neighbors and friends. The remaining four

percent did not make any comment on it. Most of the people interviewed during the field survey

supported the project with the hope that it will create employment opportunities for the local people as




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also provide permanent residential accommodation to those who are living in rented houses.

3.5.26 Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to responsibility of a company to ensure positive impact on

environment, consumers, employees, communities, stakeholders and all other members of the public

sphere. It is mandatory for all project proponents to undertake various socio-economic activities under

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), while executing development projects. M/s. Pivotal

Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd is expected to make contributions to society through social investment. The thrust

areas should be education, health, infrastructure, livelihood and plantation. These activities should be

identified based on the need based survey conducted by GRC India (P). It is ensured that the activities

selected for development are based on community needs and not individual needs. The activities

proposed to be undertaken are indicated below:

1. Bus shelter

2. Skill development for EWS.

3. Medical Facilities

4. Educational Assistance to girl child belongs to EWS.

5. Regular garbage clearance

6. Awareness programs on female education, HIV/AIDS etc.

3.5.27 Conclusion

The project does not call for any land acquisition and no change in the existing land use pattern. The

execution of the project will not disturb the people living in the area as there will be no blasting and

large scale digging. The project will generate employment opportunities for both skilled and unskilled

workers in the vicinity, which will produce multiple effects on the life and economy of the local people.

Thus from socio-economic point of view the project is beneficial to the people and can be executed with

no hesitation.




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CHAPTER-4

ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS & MITIGATION MEASURES

4.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter discusses identification and appraisal of various environmental impacts due to the

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project. Generally, the

environmental impacts can be categorized as either primary or secondary. The development,

construction and functional phase of the project comprise various activities, each of which may

have some impact on environmental parameter. Various impacts during the development,

construction and operation phase on the environmental parameters have been studied to estimate

the impact on environment.

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will be constructed and

developed gradually in the time span of 3 years (approx.). In development phase, basic

infrastructure facilities like internal road, sewerage system, storm water drainage, street lighting

etc. will be developed.

For proper evaluation and assessment of the environmental impacts due to development,

construction and functional phase of project understanding to the various activities associated

with the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is essential. Various

activities related to the project would be different, in terms of nature during the development,

construction and functional phase.

The impact identification and prediction process aims to:

Identify potential source or cause of impact through out the life of project.

Characterize the potential impacts affecting a target or receptor (physical, human and

socio-economic).

Assess the potential of changing likely-hood of impact through Environmental

Management Plan (EMP)




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Prediction of the impacts due to the development, construction and functional activities

encompass the developmental processes to be undertaken during construction and

functional phases.

For each category of environmental receptor (such as, ambient air quality, water quality, soils,

land, etc,) the potential impacts of activities during development, construction and functional

phases have been identified. Pollution sources & its characteristics, the potential impacts and

magnitude of the impacts have been assessed and discussed in detail in following sub sections.

In each case, cognizance has been taken to mitigation measures inherited in the development &

construction and functional phase.

4.2 IMPACT MATRIX

Various activities from the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project

are likely to have some impact on the environmental constituents during its construction as well

as operational phase. The impact assessment matrix given in Table 4.1 reveals the impact

associated with each activity of the project on various environmental parameters during

construction and function phase respectively before any mitigation measures are implemented.

To assess the severity of the impacts, they are categorized as follows:




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Environmental

Parameters

Nature of Potential Impacts during Construction and Operation Phases

Local Regional Short

Term

Long

Term

Reversible Irreversible Adverse Beneficial No Impact Significant Insignificant

Topography

√ √ √ √

Drainage

√ √ √ √ √

Soil

√ √ √ √ √

Water

Resources

√ √ √ √ √

Water Quality

√ √ √ √ √

Land Use

√ √ √ √ √

Air Quality

√ √ √ √ √

Noise

√ √ √ √ √

Flora

√ √ √ √ √

Fauna

√ √ √ √ √

Employment

√ √ √ √ √

Aesthetic

√ √ √ √ √

Table 4.1: Impact Assessment Matrix of Project on environmental components




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4.3 POLLUTION SOURCES

Pollutants generated in the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project

during both the construction and functional phases are solid, liquid and gaseous in nature. Also

the generation of pollution could be continuous, periodic or accidental. Sources of pollutants and

their characteristics during the construction and functional phase are given below in Table 4.2.

Table 4.2: Pollutant Sources

SI. No. Activity /

Area Pollutant Sources Frequency

CONSTRUCTION PHASE

1. Site

preparation

and

construction

activities

Air emission-

SO2, & NO2.

Dust from

construction

activities and

excavation.

Particulates matter,

NO2 and CO from

vehicle exhaust

Temporary during

construction phase

only.

Bulk of the

emissions is

expected from

ground work and

leveling.

Earth/Solid waste

Solid waste from

construction

activity and

excavation.

Periodic.

Hazardous waste

generation such

as used oil and

paints.

From D.G. Sets and

painting of the

buildings.

Periodic and

temporary

Noise Noise generated

from construction

equipment and

machinery

Temporary lasting

the construction

phase.

2. Labour

Camps

Sullage Sullage generated

from temporary

labor camps on site.

Temporary-during

the initial

construction phase

Solid Waste Solid Waste

generated from

temporary labor

camps on site.

Temporary- during

the initial

construction phase




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SI. No. Activity /

Area Pollutant Sources Frequency

OPERATIONAL PHASE

1. Vehicular

movement

Air emissions and

noise

Vehicle exhaust

emissions

Continuous/

periodic

2. Diesel

generators

Air emissions SO2, NO2, PM, CO

from fuel burning

Occasional- during

power failure

Noise Noise due to

running of

equipment

Occasional - during

power failure

Hazardous Waste Used Oil

Generation

Occasional- during

oil changes

3. Maintenance /

House-

keeping

Sullage Floor washing

Sewage

Continuous

Solid waste Residential,

Commercial and

garden wastes

Continuous

4. Vehicle

Parking

Oil spills Minor oil leaks

Parking space

Continuous

5. Storm water

drains

Rainwater Contamination

discharge from site-

mainly suspended

solids

During rainy

season

4.4 IMPACT IDENTIFICATION

The areas of environmental concerns for which the impacts and their predictions are taken

into consideration are mainly:

Air Environment

Water Environment

Noise Environment

Land Environment

Biological Environment

Socio economic Environment and

Aesthetics Environment




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The impacts can be further categorized as positive impacts and negative impacts depending

upon their nature, potential and magnitude.

4.4.1 Environmental Aspects of Development & Construction Operations

Generation, storage and disposal of construction wastes;

Noise pollution due to plant, machinery, equipments and vehicle movement;

Air pollution due to plant, machinery, equipments and vehicle movement;

Generation and disposal of sullage;

Impact on ecology;

Consumption of resources such as water, electricity, and diesel.

Physical change in landscape due to earth work excavation and related activities.

Soil erosion caused due to loss of vegetation and other construction activities.

4.4.2 Environmental Aspects of Building Planning and Use

Impacts identified during operation of “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group

Housing Project and their use includes major concerns such as:

Disposal of domestic (sewage) effluent generation

Disposal of solid wastes generated in the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of

Group Housing Project from house, commercial and horticulture

Increase in noise levels due to transport

Consumption of water and impact on water resources

Impact on traffic on the road

Storm water during rains

Management and maintenance project

Environmental aspects of the project are not just limited to impact of sources of pollution

but also relate to energy conservation, water conservation and other issues, which are

mentioned in Table 4.3.




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Table 4.3: Environment aspects of project other than source of Pollution

S.No. Area Aspect

I. Energy

conservation Solar Heating, Day Lighting, Design Natural Ventilation,

Thermal Transfer value of Building Material, Energy

Efficient Building Services and Equipment,

Public Area Lighting and

Exterior Lighting

II. Water

conservation Reuse of Recycled Water

Gardening Water sources

III. Internal Roads

and Accesses Pedestrian Access Ramps for Disabled persons Road painting

and Signage Speed Breakers

IV. Material Use Construction Materials Selection

Paint Selection

Use of Recycled Materials

Use of Timber

V. Aesthetics

during

functional Use

Clothes Drying Facilities

Visitors Parking

Playground for children

Service Roads for walking

Flower bed water disposal

Floor washing arrangements

Air conditioning arrangements

Standby Power Supply

Provision for Garden and Group housing

Maintenance Staff

VI. Facilities for

Building

complex

servants

Servant quarters

Rest Rooms with toilets for Security Persons.

4.5 ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS DURING DEVELOPMENT

AND CONSTRUCTION PHASE

4.5.1 Topography

Impact: Topography around the project is almost plain. Therefore, topography and

physiography of the area will not be affected during the construction and post construction




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phase of the project. Hence, no significant impact is anticipated on the topography and

physiographic from the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project

by M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.

It is further proposed to maintain 30.94 % of the Net Planned area as green through

plantation of various local and aesthetic species to improve the vegetation covers of the

area.

Mitigation Measure: Since there is no significant impact on topography from the project,

no detailed mitigation measures are proposed. It is however proposed that apart from the

proposed plantation greens, turfing with local species will be carried out extensively.

4.5.2 Land Use Pattern

Impact: “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will be

developed as per Faridabad Master plan 2021 which demarcates the project site as

residential zone. Hence, no significant impact is expected from the project which will be

constructed after obtaining all necessary permissions.

4.5.3 Land Environment

Impact: In, “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project, soil would

be excavated at project site for foundations of residential development. During the disposal

of redundant overburden, soil of filling area would be covered and lost permanently.

The soil excavated during construction will be first temporarily stored in an area earmarked

and then shall be used to fill up low lying area in and around the project site and rest of the

soil shall be transported by road to fill up low lying areas elsewhere. Proper drainage

system shall be provided to deal with the storm water in case of rain. The impact on soil

during construction phase will be marginal and reversible in the nature.

Mitigation: It is proposed to remove vegetative cover only from the specific site on which

construction is to take place and allowing minimal disturbance to the vegetation in adjacent

areas. Land clearing activities only confined to necessary areas. The top soil will be

stripped from constructional areas and stockpiled for later reuse in landscaping. The




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number, frequency and area of movement of heavy machinery will also be restricted during

the night time.

4.5.4 Water Environment

4.5.4.1 Surface Water Quality

Impact: The primary concerns relating to surface water quality associated with

construction activities are pointed out below:

Runoff related to unpaved and excavated areas during the rain shower.

Sediments transported to runoff from the construction site.

Run off related to area where lubricant, fuel other materials are stored, used and disposed,

off.

Surface water quality may be affected with the discharge of the runoff from the project site.

The impact to the surface water bodies could arise from the increased soil erosion from

excavated site only causing increase in the suspended particles and turbidity of runoff water

from the site. However, this impact will be temporary in nature and would be observed in

first rain only and as soon as rain is over excavated soil at site would be stabilized.

Therefore, the surface water quality during rains will be impacted marginally for very short

duration.

Mitigation Measures: During the construction phase, surface water quality is likely to be

affected due to soil erosion during first rain and generation of wastewater mainly from

construction labour camp. However, this phenomenon will be temporary and restricted to

close vicinity of construction site. The impact on surface water quality can be minimized

by adopting following measures;

Excavation during dry season and proper management of excavated soils,

Clearing all debris from site as soon as construction is over.

By providing proper hutment and toilet facilities for construction labour,

Through the proper disposal of sullage generated at site.




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4.5.4.2 Ground water Quality

Impact: No hazardous chemical and material will be used in the development and

construction phase of “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project.

Only used DG set oil will be generated during operation phase. Debris and wastes

generated during this phase will be collected and disposed suitably. Therefore, possibility

of contamination of ground water will be negligible. Hence, no impact is anticipated on the

ground water quality during the construction phase.

Mitigation: A well planned solid waste management plan will be followed during the

construction phase including timely collection, segregation and disposal as per legal

requirements. Used oil will be kept in HDPE containers in a specified locations and will be

sold to Government approved vendors and that will be managed according to Hazardous

waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 1989.

4.5.4.3 Surface and Ground Water Hydrology

Surface Water Hydrology

Impact: The project site is outside any flood plain. Runoff during rains takes way to

natural drain and in storm water drains laid in the area. During construction phase, there is

no impact anticipated on the drainage pattern of the project area.

Mitigation Measures: Project proponent will ensure no interception on water runoff flow

routes and drainage pattern of the area throughout the construction of the project by

providing adequate water channel.

Ground Water Hydrology

Impact: In the area around the “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing

Project, Scare fresh water resources are present. Water requirement during construction

phase will vary depending upon construction activities and will be met by treated water

from private water tankers supply as per IS 456:2000. Water will be required for site




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preparation activities dust settlement, consolidation, compaction and curing as well as

building construction and drinking water requirement. The requirement of construction

water will not put sudden pressure on the available ground water recourses of area.

Therefore, impact on ground water resources will be insignificant during construction of

project.

Mitigation Measures: Although no significant impact is anticipated on the groundwater

regime, it is proposed to carry out the following to further minimize the demand on

freshwater resources:

Curing water will be sprayed on concrete structures and free flow of water not allowed.

After liberal curing on the first day, all concrete structures will be painted with curing

chemical to save water to stop daily water curing hence save water.

Concrete structures will be covered with thick cloth/gunny bags and then water sprayed

on them to avoid water rebound and ensure sustained and complete curing.

Ponds will be made using cement and sand mortar to avoid water flowing away from the

flat surface while curing.

Water ponding will be done on all sunken slabs. This will also highlight the importance

of having an impervious formwork.


Emissions Source: The potential sources of air emissions during the construction and

development phase of the project will be as follows:

Dust from earth works (during site clearance and preparation);

Emissions from power generator at site;

Emissions from the operation of construction equipment and machines;

Fugitive emissions from vehicles running to site;

Fugitive emissions during the unloading of material at the site;

Fugitive emissions during mixing of cement with other building materials during

development and construction activities;




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Air emissions other than dust arise from combustion of hydrocarbons. The pollutants of

concerns are NO2, SO2, CO, particulate etc.

Potential Impacts: Ambient air quality effects are normally assessed in relation to their

potential to cause;

Health deterioration and nuisance in local communities

Health deterioration amongst onsite workers

Assessment of the impacts from Dust Emissions: During the excavation of channels,

foundations, unloading of construction material, cement bags and mixing of cement with

other building materials such as brick and silica dust, wood dust, fugitive dust emissions

may be emitted at construction site. During construction, curtaining floors from all sides

will be done to prevent cement dust from becoming airborne. It may be noted that all the

emissions will be in the form of coarse particulate matter and settle down ultimately in

closed vicinity of construction site. Therefore, no significant impact is anticipated due to

dust emission during development and construction phase.

Assessment of the impact from Diesel Generators: Emissions from the D.G. Set during

construction phase may cause some localized impact on ambient air quality for short

duration, as it will be operated during power failure only. It may be noted that the D.G. Set

power will be used to operate construction equipment only if required. Adequate height of

stacks and acoustic erective will be provided to the D.G. Set as per guidelines of CPCB to

facilitate the dispersion of flue gases into the atmosphere.

Mitigation Measures: It is proposed to provide adequate dust control systems in the form

of installation of batch plants, and loose material handling in covered sheds. Dust

suppression system is also to be provided where necessary. Provision for treatment of DG

Flue Gas emissions in a scrubber will be considered. It is further proposed to cover

scaffolding, hosing down road surfaces and cleaning of vehicles especially during the dry

season. Avenue and curtain plantation on the internal roads and peripheral plantation

around the site will also be developed.




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4.5.6 Noise Environment

During the construction phase of project, noise will be generated from the various sources.

Some major sources of noise generation at project site are listed here under:

Generation of noise during movement of vehicles carrying materials and loading &

unloading activities.

Generation of noise from excavation machines, concrete mixer and other construction

machines,

Generation of noise during the operation of D.G. Sets

Generation of noise during concreting, hammering, etc.

All the above-mentioned sources of development and construction activities at “Royal

Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project would be intermittent and

experienced occasionally. It may also be noted that the most of the construction activities

would be carried out only during the daytime.

The expected noise levels from various activities are given hereunder:

From vehicles bringing materials to the site 70 dB (A)

D.G. Set 85 dB (A)

Excavation 80 dB (A)

Concrete Mixtures 80 dB (A)

Hammering 85 dB (A)

Resultant Noise Level:

The combined effect of above sources can be determined as per the following equation:

Lp (total) = 10 log (10(Lpl/10)

+ 10(Lp2/10)

+ 10(Lp3/10)

+……..) ……. (1)

Where: Lp1, Lp2 and Lp3 are noise pressure level at a point due to different sources in dB

(A). The resultant maximum noise level for the above sources as calculated using equation

(1) is 89.3 dB (A).




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For an approximate estimation of dispersion of noise in the ambient air from the sources

point, a standard mathematical model for sound wave propagation is used. The sound level

generated by noise source decrease with increasing distance from the source due to wave

divergence. An additional decrease in sound pressure level from the source is expected due

to atmospheric effect or its interaction with objects in the transmission path.

For hemispherical sound wave propagation through homogenous loss of free medium,

noise levels at various locations can be calculated due to different sources using model

based on the first principles as per the following, equation:

Lr2 = Lr1 -20 log (r2) – 8 ………. (2)

Where: Lr2 and Lr1 – Sound Pressure Level (SPLs) at points located at sources and at

distance of r2 from the source respectively in dB (A).

Assuming no environmental attenuation factors, noise modeling has been done, which

shows that noise level will be mingle with baseline noise level with in short distance.

The noise produced during, development and construction phase will have temporary impacts on

the existing, ambient noise levels at project site but restricted to small distance (maximum up to

4.3 km) and only during daytime. Therefore, the impact of noise levels on surrounding area will

be insignificant during the development and construction phase.

Mitigation: To minimize impacts of noise generation from construction activities, the workers

will be provided with ear muffs and other protection devices. D.G. Sets with proper acoustic

enclosure for controlling noise would be installed and pollution under control certificate (PUC)

would be installed.

4.5.7 Terrestrial Ecology

Impact: There is no loss of forest land due to the construction of the “Royal Heritage” Revision

& Expansion of Group Housing Project. No tree felling is involved, as the site was a barren land

devoid of vegetation.

Birds and other domesticated biodiversity observed near the project site are common and already




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adapted to thrive in human - colonized habitats. The project will not have any major negative

ecological impact. There is no forest near the project site and therefore there will be no effect on

the ecology of the area.

Mitigation Measures: However, it is to develop extensive green areas in the project site to

improve the aesthetics of the area which will also help in reduction of air pollution, noise

pollution and provide suitable habitat for local birds and animal species.

4.5.8 Economic Impacts

Impact: Relatively long-lived economic impacts of the development and construction phase are

likely to be experienced in local area for the duration of construction phase of 3 years as workers

make everyday purchases from local traders in near by areas. This is likely to give a short-lived

stimulus to the traders that may disappear as soon as the construction is complete. Noticeable,

flow-on economic impacts will be experienced in other sectors of economy as a result of

purchase of construction materials and the payment of wages and salaries to the personnel

engaged in the development and construction of “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of

Group Housing Project. Once the development and construction of project will complete, there

will be some long-term positive impact on the economic structure of the area. People in the area

will get direct and indirect employment opportunities and other benefits from the residents of the

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project. Therefore, overall positive

impact is anticipated on economy of the area due to development and construction activity of the

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project.

4.5.9 Socio-Economic Impacts

During the development and construction of “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group

Housing Project, about 150 to 200 skilled and semiskilled and unskilled workers per day will get

direct employment opportunity, which will have beneficial impact on the local people and

improve socio-economic conditions of the area.

4.5.10 Construction Camp




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Impact: During the development and construction phase, most of the laborers will be from local

areas as “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will be developed

gradually in the time span of about 3 years (approx). Therefore, laborer camps will be

constructed to accommodate the laborers at the project site. This may lead to sanitation problems

in the absence of adequate facilities.

Mitigation: Suitable measures will be taken at the construction camps to mitigate anticipated

impacts due to temporary accommodation of laborers such as provision of clean drinking water,

adequate toilet facilities, water and solid waste disposal system.

Other safety precautions to be maintained at work site including provision of PPEs, guarding of

dangerous machine parts, maintenance of equipments as hoists and lifts etc, and adequate

provision of different types of fire extinguishers will be made. All applicable rules and

regulations pertaining to workplace health and welfare of workers will be adhered to.

4.5.11 Solid Waste Management

Impact: The construction and demolition waste includes debris, concrete (often recycled and

reused at the site), steel and other metals, pallets, packaging and paper products, fluorescent

tubes, wood beams, joists, studs, baseboards, cabinets and cupboards, railings, brick, doors and

casings, interior windows, bathroom fixtures, light fixtures, ceiling grid and tile, furnishings,

replant trees, shrubs. All wastes generated during the construction phase shall be collected and

segregated for disposal as per the standard practice.

During the development and construction phase, some amount of debris, cuttings of construction

materials may be observed at construction site. However, the quantity of these waste materials

would be very small and limited up to the construction site only. There will be no contamination

due to this waste as it will be collected time to time during construction phase and disposed

accordingly.

Mitigation Measures: After due waste segregation, recyclable wastes will be sold off to scrap

dealers and vendors, while inert wastes will be disposed off through Govt. approved agency.




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Hazardous wastes will be disposed off as per the provisions of the Hazardous Wastes

(Management and Handling) Rules, 1989.

4.5.12 Crops and Cropping Pattern

The predominate farming system in Faridabad district is Agriculture integrated with Animal

Husbandry. The major cropping systems under the existing farming system are bajra- wheat,

bajra-mustard guar-wheat and guar-mustard. Buffalo is the main component under animal

husbandry. Wheat and Mustard are the main crops in rabi, and in kharif, bajra is the major crop.

4.5.13 Transport Linkage and Traffic

Impact: During development and construction phase, construction labour and construction

materials bringing vehicles will approach the project site. The project is well connected to

neighborhood, where public transport facility, like, buses and minibuses are easily available in

the area as transport linkage. During construction phase, some impact is anticipated on the

transport linkage of the area, however increase in traffic will not adversely affect the local traffic

pattern since the site is well connected by broad road and present traffic load on these road are

not significant. Also construction of various buildings will take place in phased manner, thus

reducing peak traffic load bringing labour and building material to the site.

Mitigation: Through careful planning, the movement of the heavy vehicles will be scheduled to

reduce load on existing traffic such that the peak hours are avoided. It shall also be ensured that

all the vehicles to the site will be provided with Parking space such that there is no waiting time

along the access roads.




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4.6 ASSESSMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS DURING POST

CONSTRUCTION PHASE


Impact: During the operation phase of the project, the soil may get polluted/ contaminated from

littering of various kinds of wastes generated within the site such as food items, paper, wood

pieces, paints, pesticides, oil & grease etc. However, owing to the proposed solid waste

management system, no significant impact is anticipated.

Mitigation Measures: To ensure against any chances of soil pollution, it is imperative to

establish a well planned solid waste collection system covering all areas of the project site apart

from door to door for the residential units. An identified area shall be designated for storage and

segregation of the wastes which will be treated/ disposed as per their characteristics.

4.6.2 Water environment

4.6.2.1 Surface water hydrology

Impact: During the post construction phase, no water will be taken from surface water bodies in

the area. Further, adequate drainage will be provided at the project site to channelize the storm

water for rainwater harvesting.

The sewage effluents generated from the project will be collected through the sewer line network

provided in the project site for treatment in the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), and the treated

sullage reused within the site thereafter. Therefore, impact on the surface water hydrology will

be insignificant during the post construction phase.

Mitigation: It is proposed to provide rainwater harvesting across the project site. The roof tops

of buildings will also be connected to the rainwater collection system. This will not only reduce

the pressure of storm water management system of the city but also recharge groundwater.

4.6.2.2 Ground water hydrology




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Impact: During post construction phase, the total water requirement of the “Royal Heritage”

Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project is approx. 1160 KLD out of which total

domestic water requirement is 928 KLD. The fresh water requirement is approx. 700 KLD

(which is 70% of the domestic water demand+ make up water for swimming pool). The water

will be supplied by Municipal Corporation of Faridabad. Therefore, no significant impact is

anticipated on ground water resources due to project.

Mitigation Measures: Treated water from the site will be recycled for landscaping and flushing.

HVAC cooling to further reduce demand on freshwater resources.

Water meters conforming to ISO standards should be installed at the inlet point of water uptake

and at the discharge point to monitor the daily water consumption. To further lower the water

consumption, options of Low flow flushing systems, sensor based fixtures, and tap aerators etc

will be explored will be explored in commercial area.

4.6.2.3 Surface Water Quality

Impact: The sewage effluents generated from the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing

Project will be collected through the sewer line network provided in project, and treated in

Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) of capacity 960 KLD. No discharges from the project site will

be made to any surface water body.

Mitigation Measures: As no significant impact is anticipated on the water bodies of the region,

no mitigation measures are suggested.

4.6.2.4 Ground Water Quality

Impact: The storm water from the site will be used for recharging groundwater resources after

adequate treatment of the storm water through oil and grease traps and filtration. The treated

water from the site is proposed to be used for landscaping, flushing & HVAC cooling

requirements only after adequate treatment in proposed Sewage Treatment plant. Hence, no

adverse impact is anticipated on the groundwater quality form the project.

Mitigation Measures: The project will be well maintained. Solid waste management practices




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will be adopted and followed to prevent groundwater pollution through leaching.


AIR ENVIRONMENT

Prediction of Impacts

Vehicular emissions and DG sets emission will be major sources of air pollution from building

construction projects. During the post construction phase, cars, scooter/motorcycle will be owned

by the population of such project. Ground Level Concentration of pollutants (as added by the

project) will depend upon the following:

Emission of pollutants from additional traffic on the roads due to the project.

Meteorological conditions.

Emission sources from D.G. Sets.

PM, NO2, SO2 and CO will be the main pollutants of primary concern released from traffic

movement and DG sets. Assuming that under cross wind condition perpendicular to the road, the

dispersion of vehicular emissions would be confined within limited distance from the road and

concentration will decrease with the increase in distance from road. It was anticipated that the

contribution of vehicular emissions from the exhaust in ambient air quality will be marginal as

Pollution under Control (PUC) Certified vehicles and branded make operated vehicle with low

sulphur diesel will be used. Ground Level Concentration (GLC) of pollutants is found to be well

within the stipulated National Ambient Air Quality Standards due to traffic movement and

vehicles used inside the premises. DG sets will be main source of Air Pollution in the project.

CPCB/ MoEF approved USEPA dispersion model -ISCST3 was used for prediction of impacts

caused by DG sets. Stack & emission data was used as per design value provided by standard

make and stipulated standards. Other primary data used as input for model were hourly

meteorological data of Wind speed & direction, temperature, cloud amount and mixing height.

Mixing height used in the model was taken from secondary data source “Atlas of Hourly Mixing

Height Assimilative Capacity of Atmosphere in India published in 2008 by IMD, Delhi”. Hourly

meteorological monitored at site during study period data was compared with long term data




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available from the nearest India Meteorological station or any other authorized source/Govt.

agencies.

In this project, 5 DG set of (4 x 1500+ 1 X 750 kVA) of total capacity 6750 kVA has been

proposed, for back up of electricity supply during power failure. This will cause emission of PM,

SO2, NO2 and CO in the Ambient Air Quality. In the project, D.G. sets will be used only during

power failure and low sulphur diesel will be used as fuel to minimize SO2 emission. Therefore,

incremental load in the ambient air environment will be found to be very low as given in the

report. An adequate stack height of D.G. sets will be provided as per the stipulated guidelines of

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)/ National Building Code Manual to facilitate proper

dispersion of pollutants and to minimize the impact on Ambient Air Quality under the influence

of local meteorology.

Meteorology - Hourly Meteorological data of wind speed & direction, temperature, cloud

amount and rainfall were monitored at site for 3 months for the dispersion model. Wind rose

(Figure - 4.1) was prepared in eight directions as per standards. It was observed that westerly

and northwesterly were prevalent wind during the study period. Average wind speed was 5.51

knots (2.755 m/s) and calm condition was 14.04% during March- May 2013




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Figure 11 Wind rose - (1st March to 31

th May- 2013)




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Table 4.5 Pollution Source Details

Note:-DG set will be operated during power failure for maximum 6-Hours.

Table 4.6: Meteorological data for the 24-hour average maximum predicted Concentration

under worst meteorological condition

Year Month Day HOURS Wind

Direction

(Degree)

Wind Speed

( m/s)

Temperature

(K )

2013 4 13 1 337.5 2.6 301

2013 4 13 2 270 0 301

2013 4 13 3 0 0 301

2013 4 13 4 0 0 301

2013 4 13 5 0 0 301

2013 4 13 6 0 0 303

2013 4 13 7 0 0 305

2013 4 13 8 270 1.5 307

2013 4 13 9 225 2.1 307

2013 4 13 10 270 0 308

2013 4 13 11 247.5 2.1 311

2013 4 13 12 270 2.6 313

2013 4 13 13 292.5 3.1 315

2013 4 13 14 292.5 2.6 317

2013 4 13 15 270 2.6 317

2013 4 13 16 270 2.1 317

Stac

k

No.

DG set

Capacity

(kVA)

Stack & Flue details Pollutants Emission

Heig

ht

(m)

velocit

y

(m/s)

Temp

(C)

Diamete

r (m)

NO2

(g/s)

SO2

(g/s)

PM

(g/s)

CO

(g/s)

1. 6000 KVA

(4 x 1500)

103 25 682.9 0.49 2.14 0.42 0.35 0.70

2. 750 KVA

(1 x 750)

103 25 809.0 0.33 0.59 0.04 0.02 0.21

Total Emission of DG capacity – 6750 KVA 2.73

6 0.46 0.37 0.93




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2013 4 13 17 270 2.1 317

2013 4 13 18 270 2.1 315

2013 4 13 19 292.5 2.1 315

2013 4 13 20 270 2.1 313

2013 4 13 21 270 2.6 311

2013 4 13 22 315 4.1 309

2013 4 13 23 337.5 3.6 308

2013 4 13 24 270 2.6 306

Spatial distribution of NO2 is shown in iso-pleth Figure 4.1. It was observed that GLC closed to

the proposed source will be not significant due to high stack attached with DG sets. 24-h

maximum incremental GLC was 1.9 µg/m3 occurred at the distance 900 m, East of the project

site.

Conclusion

Maximum Incremental GLC of NO2 was 1.9 µg/m3 due to DG sets in the proposed project. High

to moderate wind speed and stack height of 103 m facilitates dispersion at the distance of 900 m

East under the influence of local meteorology. Low GLC of pollutants was predicted due to high

Stack height of 103 m fitted with DG sets. Predicted GLC of all pollutants are given in Table 4.3

as below

Table 4.7 Predicted GLC of all pollutants

S.No. Pollutants Maximum

Incremental

GLC (µg/m3)

Distance of occurrence

1 NO2 1.9 900 m, East

2 SO2 0.32 900 m, East

3 PM 0.25 900 m, East

4 CO 0.64 900 m, East

Low incremental value was predicted from DG sets due to high stack height of 103 m. No

significant impact was envisaged due to proposed DG sets to be installed at site.




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Figure 12: Spatial distribution of 24-hours average NO2 maximum incremental GLC (1.9 µg/m

3) at 900 m East.

Moderate to high wind speed and stack height of 103 m facilitates dispersion at a distance of 900m,

east under the influence of local meteorology.

Mitigation Measures: The project proponent will develop a green belt inside the premises of the

project site and along the internal road, which will work as barrier for the movement of

Max Conc. of NO2 is 1.9 µg/m3 at 1300 m East from the project site




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pollutants and help in pollution control.


Impact: The main sources of noise from the project are running of D.G. Sets and vehicular

traffic. D.G. Sets will provide emergency electricity supply during power failure. This will be

intermittent and for short durations. The vehicles playing within the site will be mainly of the

residents and are hence not expected to cause unnecessary noise. Hence, during this phase, no

major impact on noise environment is anticipated.

Mitigation Measures: D.G. Sets will be fitted in acoustic enclosures to control the noise

generated within 25 dB (A) insertion loss or for meeting the ambient noise standard whichever is

on higher side as per E (P) Act, GSR 371 (E) and its amendments. Adequate personnel protective

equipment (PPE) will be provided to the personnel engaged in D.G. Set room. The traffic noise

will diminish within a short distance from the source of origin. Honking within the site will be

discouraged. Proposed rows of plantation will further restrict the noise on other side of the

plantation i.e. outside the boundary.

4.6.5 Terrestrial Ecology

Impact: The total green area of the project is 24,656.84 m2 that will be planted with local

species with aesthetic appeal that will attract local bird and insect species. As against the existing

barren stretch of land, the project will add to the greenery and beauty of the region.

Mitigation Measures: Various kinds of plantation such as curtain, avenue and ornamental

plantation and lawns will be started during the construction phase itself and maintained during

the operation phase. Open space and Parks will be fenced through the grasses and ornamental

plants. Local and low water demanding plants that will also be effective as sinks for various

pollutants and attract birds will be grown in the site that will contribute in positive to the local

ecology. The project does not fall under Aravalli Notification and does not have any forest land;

Socio-economic Impact

Impact: During operational phase of “Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing




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Project, more than 200 persons will get employment opportunities as staff for management,

maintenance and security. As an estimate, during post construction phase, more than 300 persons

will get marginal employment opportunities from the residents of “Royal Heritage” Revision &

Expansion of Group Housing Project who would work as domestic helpers. This will help in

improving the quality of life of economically weaker sections of the local area.

Mitigation Measures: To further improve the socio-economic conditions of the area, it may be

proposed to employ mainly local people as workers. Much of the maintenance arrangements may

also be made with local companies and purchase of new parts from the local market.

4.6.6 Transport Linkage and Traffic

Impact: The vehicle from the project will increase car and two wheeler traffic load along the

road during peak hours. However, since present load is lean, increase in traffic load may not lead

to traffic congestion problem.

Mitigation Measures: The road width is provided as much as it is proposed to balance the

number of traffic vehicles during the peak hour too. So there will be no traffic congestion

problem during the peak hours

4.6.7 Energy Resources

Impact: During the operation phase of the project, electric supply will be provided from

Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam. The connected load for the Plotted Colony Project will be

approx. 11,453 kVA. The proponents will make arrangements for meeting any electricity

shortage for the project. Therefore, energy resources of the region will not be affected

significantly.

Mitigation Measures: To promote energy conservation, it is proposed to provide the buildings

with low energy consuming fixtures maximize availability of natural light and make plans in

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CHAPTER-5

ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES

5.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter discusses the assessment of various options that may be available for different

components of the project in terms of environmental suitability. Lately, there are a number of

options available for the use of building materials, means of energy conservation and methods of

transportation. The various applicable options are thus evaluated for their suitability to project

and environment.

5.2 BUILDING MATERIALS

The choice of building materials plays an important role in terms of energy efficiency of the

building. The manufacture of building materials should also be assessed to ensure the use of

environment friendly and recycled/ recyclable construction materials.

5.2.1 Wall

Conventionally, sun burnt clay bricks are cemented in the construction of walls. The strength of

these construction materials cannot be compromised which will otherwise pose a threat to the life

and property of the occupants. However, presently, materials with similar properties are easily

available that are made of waste products, thereby reducing the waste burden and conserving

natural resources. Thus, the project proposes the use of the following for walls:

Brick and block products with waste and recycled contents such as fly ash (15 to 35%),

blast furnace slag (20 to 25%), sewage sludge, waste wood fiber etc.

Fly ash based lightweight aerated concrete blocks – fly ash being a waste product of

thermal power plant poses the challenge of disposal. Hazardous in powder form, it is

rendered harmless when molded as bricks. Fly ash-based lightweight aerated concrete

blocks are manufactured for walling and roofing purposes by mixing fly ash, quick lime,

or cement and gypsum with a foaming agent like aluminum powder



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Fal-G products – are manufactured by use of two waste products being fly ash, calcite

gypsum (a byproduct of phosphogypsum or natural gypsum) along with lime.

Perforated bricks

Materials proposed for use in the wall openings such as doors and windows include:

Precast thin lintels, use of fibrocement-sunshade cum lintel etc.

Renewable timber

Steel manufactured from recycled content

Aluminum manufactured from verified recycled content

Saw dust based doors and window frames

Ferro cement shutters, PVC doors and windows, Rice husk boards, Natural fibre-

reinforced

Polymer composite door panels

The finishing for the openings will be by the use of Fly ash, Ceramic tiles, and Terrazzo

floors.

5.2.2 Roof

The conventional material used for roofing is RCC, as it is suitable for longer spans. The

constituents of RCC, i.e. cement, sand, aggregate and steel are energy intensive materials and

high embodied energy content.

Alternately, it is proposed to use lightweight synthetic aggregates such as fly ash based

aggregates, which is suitable for manufacture of brick, blocks, and is good substitute for clinker

and natural aggregates. When pre-cast/aerated cellular concrete walling blocks and roofing slabs

are used in multistoried structures, they reduce the weight, resulting in a more economical

design. They have high rating to fire resistance and provide better insulation and thus improved

energy efficiency. These are manufactured by the aerated cellular concrete manufacturing

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5.2.3 Superstructure

Structural frame of building comprises of footing, columns, beams and lintels, over which the

envelope of building is supported. A variety of metals are used in buildings, but the major

building material used structurally is steel. Steel has a high-embodied energy and recyclable

content, as well as scrap value. Aluminum forms the second most common material used for

roofing sheets, window frames, and cladding systems, which has the highest recyclable content.

Hence, bulk of the metal needs for the building shall be met by steel and aluminum.

Problem with RCC. The choice of cement will be:

Ferro cement: The composite Ferro cement system is simple to construct and is made of

Ferro cement—a rich mortar reinforced with chicken or/and welded wire mesh.

Use of fly ash and/or blast furnace slag concrete: The amount of cement used in

concrete can be reduced by replacing a portion of the cement with coal fly ash (waste

material from coal burning power plants) and/or GGBF (ground granulated blast furnace)

slag in conventional mixes.

Recycled aggregates: Recycled aggregates include crushed concrete, brick, glass, or

other masonry waste can also be used in conventional mixes

Lightweight concrete: Aluminum powder when added to lime reacts and form hydrogen

bubbles, and a lightweight cementitious material is formed which could be used in

conventional mixes.

5.2.4 Roads and open spaces

Roads and open spaces consist of compound walls, grills, roads, sidewalks, parking lots, drains,

curbs, landscaped areas, street furniture, tree covers, and flowerbeds.

In line with environment friendly design it is proposed to provide:

Permeable paving- Permeable (porous) paving will be provided to control surface water

runoff by allowing storm water to infiltrate the soil and return to the ground water. The

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Gravel/crusher fines- Loose aggregate materials from masonry wastes will be used to

cover pedestrian surfaces.

Use of grass pavers on the road, parking and pedestrian areas to reduce the heat island

effect.

Use of steel in fencing, grills, tree covers, and benches and even in streetlights will be

replaced by bamboo in the parks and green landscaped areas.

5.3 NATURAL HAZARD PRONE AREAS

The project will be situated in earthquake risk prone area (Seismic zone- IV). Special attention is

thus given to the structural design of foundation, elements of masonry, timber, plain concrete,

reinforced concrete, pre-stressed concrete, and structural steel. All applicable guidelines will also

be followed in this regard to ensure safety of the building and its residents.

5.4 ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY DEVELOPMENT

Without compromising on the safety and comfort of the occupants, care will be taken to achieve

an energy efficient, water conscious project the benefits of which will be enjoyed in monetary

terms by the residents and other intangible benefits will result for the society at large. This will

be achieved by:

a. Minimal disturbance to landscapes and site condition

The project aims to integrate the new development with the local existing surroundings. Efforts

are made to minimize on-site tree cutting by careful and detailed layout planning. Tree felling

shall be undertaken only after receiving requisite permissions and under strict supervision. The

original landscape of the site has also been integrated with the design of the group housing such

that there is no alteration of the site topography.

b. Resource Conservation and Environmental Friendly Building Materials

To reduce the ecological footprint of the development, use of recycled material for construction

and conserving natural resources is of primary importance. In this light, the use of recyclable




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building materials has been proposed for various building materials. It is also proposed to reuse

building components, minimization of construction wastes etc.

The project is also committed towards conservation of water. This includes use of treated

sullage, provision of low water flow fixtures and raising awareness on means of water

conservation.

c. Efficient use of Water and Water Recycling

The need for water conservation in the face of impending water crisis cannot be overemphasized.

The project will follow a three pronged management for water resource viz water resource

development, minimize use of water and recycle sullage generated within the site.

The water demand is proposed to be brought down by the use of water efficient fixtures,

implement best management practices for water in both group housing development and

horticultural activities. An important means for achieving this is spreading awareness to the

occupants for generating water conservation awareness.

To reduce the freshwater demand of the project, sullage from site will be treated in a STP and

recycled for landscaping, HVAC and flushing.

d. Use of Energy Efficient design and Eco-Friendly Equipment

The project will be designed such that there is optimal solar energy utilization, especially for

natural light availability. Shading will be provided on sides that will otherwise reduce the energy

efficiency of the building. Energy conservation will be one of the focuses during the planning,

development, construction and post construction stages.

Use of Renewable Energy

The electrical supply is largely dependent on thermal power plants that are largely responsible

for accelerating the phenomenon of global warming and consumption of limited natural

resources. It is of paramount importance to shift focus on other renewable sources of energy to

achieve sustainable development in the energy sector. The project area in Faridabad receives

adequate hours and intensity of sunlight for effective solar energy generation. Taking full

cognizance of the availability of natural sunlight and technology, the project proposes the use of

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Solar energy will be used for the purpose of heating of the water.

e. Indoor Air Quality for Human Safety and Comfort

To provide the occupants with a safe building is the primary responsibility of a developer. Indoor

pollution sources that release gases or particles into the air are the primary cause of indoor air

quality problems in homes. Inadequate ventilation can increase indoor pollutant levels by not

bringing in enough outdoor air to dilute emissions from indoor sources and by not carrying

indoor air pollutants out of the home. High temperature and humidity levels can also increase

concentrations of some pollutants. Likewise, it is proposed to use all user safe building materials

such as:

i. The buildings will be painted with low VOC, ammonia free paints.

ii. Asbestos will not be used.

iii. Adequate ventilation will be provided in each residential unit and floor.

iv. Adequate openings for sunlight to enter the building, thereby reducing chances of

microbial growth.

v. All building maintenance and cleaning materials will be kept in an isolated and well

ventilated room with restricted entry.

f. Effective Controls and Management Systems

It is proposed to establish a Management System that will comprise modern equipment’s as well

as an efficient team of maintenance staff.

i. All essential services such as water supply will be provided with power back up.

ii. A security system for the entire Group Housing project will be provided comprising

intercom facility, closed circuit camera to the entrance and round-the-clock manning.

iii. Separate entries and exits of residents from the guests are proposed. The staffs’ vehicles

will be provided with identification stickers while visitors’ vehicles will be monitored

through security guards at the entrances.

The project further proposes extensive green areas as avenues, parks and roadside plantations.

The plants not only serve various direct environmental facilities, but also have indirect positive

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is a natural development of the balcony’s role as a link between interior and exterior

environments. Efforts will be made to cover walls with climbers, as feasible.

5.5 COMMUNITY ISSUES

Apart from the site occupants, all efforts will be made to ensure that the exiting neighborhood is

not adversely affected by the project.

While, the site will not act as a thoroughfare for vehicles, there shall be no restriction to

movement of on-foot visitors and cyclists.

5.6 ENERGY CONSERVATION

To achieve conservation of energy, appropriate design of a building is of paramount importance.

Accordingly, it is proposed to incorporate the guidelines of Energy conservation Building Code,

2007 for the structures of the Group Housing project.

The concept of passive solar design emphasizes architectural design approaches that minimize

building energy consumption by integrating conventional energy-efficient devices, such as

mechanical and electrical pumps, fans, lighting fixtures, and other equipment, with passive

design elements, such as building sitting, an efficient envelope, appropriate amounts of

fenestration, increased day lighting design, and thermal mass. The basic idea of passive solar

design is to allow day light, heat, and airflow into a building only when beneficial.

The project layout has been finalized after careful sitting consideration of various group housing

components to optimize availability of natural sunlight. Advanced Solar Passive Techniques are

employed to achieve energy efficiency.

Glazed windows are located to receive maximum sunlight in winter. To reduce

heat losses during the night these windows are often double-glazed and have

insulating curtains.

Thermal storage wall is placed between the glazing and habitable space to prevent

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Passive cooling systems i.e. cooling directly from evaporation, convection

radiation without using any intermediate electrical devices.

Provisions for use of desert cooler (Indirect evaporative cooling which comprises

water, evaporative pads, a fan and a pump).

Effective measures have been incorporated to minimize the energy consumption in following

manners

:

• Use of Solar photovoltaic systems for street lighting

• Use of Light Emitting Diodes (LED) for common area lighting.

• Maximum use of sunlight by providing bringing the daylight at a high location, filtering

the light and bouncing it off surrounding surfaces.

• All lighting systems (interiors, external building features such as facades, illuminated

roofs, architectural features, and building grounds) will be in conformance to the ECBC

Code.

5.7 TRANSPORTATION

A well planned road network is proposed within the project premises. Adequate parking will be

provided during construction phase to ensure that all heavy vehicles visiting the site are provided

parking space within the site. There shall be no parking on the access roads. The movement of

the vehicles will also be scheduled such that the peak hours are avoided.

In the operation phase, entry and exits will be from separate gates to minimize disturbance to the

approach roads to the project site. To avoid congestion of the approach roads, space will be

provided for vehicles waiting checking. Adequate parking is also proposed to ensure there is no

parking along the roads. Within the site, wide roads are proposed. To achieve the same, speed

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CHAPTER-6

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING PROGRAM

6.1 INTRODUCTION

The purpose of the monitoring programme is to ensure that the specified mitigative measures

defined in the EMP are complied with and leads to the desired benefits for the target area and its

population. To ensure the effective implementation of the EMP and gauge the efficiency of the

mitigative measures, monitoring shall be undertaken both during the construction and operation

period of the project.

6.2 PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (PIs)

The physical, biological and social components are of particular significance to the project is as

listed below:

Air quality

Water quality

Noise levels

Solid Waste Management

Replantation success / survival rate

Of these, the following are selected as the Performance Indicators (PIs) and shall be monitored,

since these are well known and comparative data series exist:

Air Quality

Noise levels

Water Quality

Flora

To ensure the effective implementation of the mitigation measures and environmental

management during construction and operation phase of project road, it is essential that an

effective Environmental Monitoring Plan be designed and followed as given in Table 6.1.

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Ambient air quality parameters recommended for monitoring during construction activities are

PM, CO, SO2, and NO2. Monitoring shall be carried out twice a week for one month in each

season during construction phase in accordance to the National Ambient Air Quantity Standards.

The method of analysis will be applied as recommended by SPCB/CPCB/MoEF guidelines.

Monitoring location will be finalized as per dispersion model results i.e. occurrence of maximum

GLC due to polluting source, wind pattern at the site and study of that area based on population

of human settlements The locations with the pollution parameters to be monitored are shown in

Environmental Monitoring Plan (Table 6.1).

6.2.2 Noise Level Monitoring

The measurements of noise levels will be carried out at all designated locations in accordance to

the ambient Noise Standards formulated by MoEF as given. Noise level will be monitored on

twenty-four hourly bases. Noise should be recorded at “A” weighted frequency using a slow time

response mode of the measuring instrument. The measurement location, duration and the noise

pollution parameters to be monitored are detailed in the Environmental Monitoring Plan (Table

6.1).

6.2.2.1 Success of Vegetation

To ensure the proper maintenance and monitoring of the proposed plantation activities, a regular

survey of the survival rate of the planted trees is being up to a period of 2 years from the start of

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Table 6.1: Environmental Monitoring Plan

Environment

Component

Project stage Parameter Standards Location Duration / Frequency

Ground

Water

Quality

Construction

Phase

Drinking water parameters Drinking water standards

(IS 10500)

Project site

Village Mujheri

Sector 71

Sector 68

Sector 2

Quarterly

Operation

Phase


(IS 10500)

Project site

Once every year during the

dry season

Drinking

water

Construction

Phase


(IS 10500)

Supply water after

treatment

Quarterly

Operation

Phase


(IS 10500)

Supply water after

treatment

Treated

wastewater

Operation

Phase

pH, BOD, COD, TDS,

TSS, DO

General Standards for

discharge of effluents

Outlet of the Sewage

Treatment plant

Every three months during

the project life cycle.

Air Construction

Phase

PM, SO2, NO2, CO National Ambient Air

Quality Standards

Project site

Village Mujheri

Sector 71

Sector 68

Sector 2

Continuous 24-hourly, twice

a week for 12 weeks

Operation

Phase

PM, SO2, NO2, CO, National Ambient Air

Quality Standards

Project Site

Continuous 24-hourly, twice

a week for one month, once

in a year (summer).




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Environment

Component

Project stage Parameter Standards Location Duration / Frequency

Noise Construction

Phase

Noise Level in dB (A) As per Ambient Noise

Standards

Village Mujheri

Anuradha Hospital

Innova Technology

SRS Bazar

One day hourly

measurement, quarterly

Operation

Phase

Noise Level in dB (A) As per Ambient Noise

Standards

Project site One day hourly

measurement, annual

Rainwater

harvesting

Operation

Phase

Inspection of stormwater

drains and rainwater

harvesting pits

Design parameters Project site Prior to monsoons




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6.3 DATA MANAGEMENT

The monitoring shall be carried out through MoEF/ NABL approved laboratory. All

results shall be maintained at the project site and submitted to the SPCB as per the

reporting requirements in the Environmental Clearance.

6.4 REPORTING SCHEDULES

The environment management cell shall be responsible for timely conduct of the

monitoring activities. The results of the analysis shall be intimated to the project head. Any

anomaly in test results shall be investigated into and proper corrective actions shall be

undertaken.

A complaint register shall also be maintained to note any complaints from the staff and

visitors in the project or any other stakeholder. Corrective actions taken against the

complaints shall also be noted.

6.5 EMERGENCY

Alarming levels of pollutants in any of the monitored component may raise alarm in the

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project. However, such

information should be made available to the residents/ occupants through notices. The latter

may also be consulted on necessary steps to be taken on an immediate and long term basis

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CHAPTER-7

ADDITIONAL STUDIES

7.1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter broadly looks at various aspects related to disaster management, resource

conservation.

7.2 RISK ASSESSMENT AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT PLAN

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project encompasses the lives

of a large number of people. It also involves installation of various structures and

machineries that meet the comfort and needs of its population but may also pose serious

threat to the occupants in case of an accident. It is thus considered necessary to carry out a

risk assessment and disaster management plan for the project.

7.2.1 Risk Hazard & its control measures

It is attempted to plan and construct the buildings following all safety norms. However, it is not

always possible to totally eliminate such eventualities and random failures of equipment or

human errors. An essential part of major hazard control has therefore, to be concerned with

mitigating the effects of such emergency and restoration of normalcy at the earliest. A detailed

table showing activities during construction and operation phase along with mitigation measures

are given in Table 7.1.

Table 7.1: Activities during construction and operation along with mitigation measures

HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH

ACTIVITIES

(During Construction & Operation)

CONTROL/MITIGATION MEASURES

Manual Handling

Strains and sprains - incorrect lifting - too

heavy loads -twisting - bending - repetitive

movement - body vibration.

Exercise/warm up - get help when needed

-control loads - rest breaks/no exhaustion -

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bending/repetitive movement - good

housekeeping.

Falls - Slips - Trips

Falls on same level - falls to surfaces below

- poor housekeeping - slippery surfaces

uneven surfaces -poor access to work

areas climbing on and off plant -

unloading materials into excavations

wind - falling objects.

Housekeeping - tidy workplace - guardrails,

handholds, harnesses, hole cover, hoarding,

no slippery floors/trip hazards - clear/ safe

access to work areas - egress from work

areas - dust/water controlled - PPE.

Fire

Flammable liquids/Gases like LPG, Diesel

Storage area and combustible building

materials - poor housekeeping - grinding

sparks - open flames, absence of Fire

hydrant net work.

Combustible/flammable materials properly

stored/used - good housekeeping - fire

extinguishers made available & Fire hydrant

Network with reserve Fire water (As per

NFPA Code) - Emergency Plan in case of

Fire or collapse of structure.

Absence of Personal Protective

Equipment

Lack of adequate footwear - head protection -

hearing/eye protection - respiratory

protection - gloves -goggles.

Head/face - footwear - hearing/eye - skin –

respiratory protection provided - training -

maintenance.

Defective or wrong Hand Tools

Wrong tool - defective tool - struck by

flying debris - caught in or on - missing

guards - carbon monoxide - strains and

sprains - dust.

Right tool for the job - used properly - good

condition/ maintenance guards - isolation -

eye/face protection - flying debris

controlled.

Electricity

Electrocution - overhead/underground

services- any leads damaged or poorly

insulated - temporary repairs -no testing and

tagging - circuits overloaded - non use of

Leads good condition and earthed - no

temporary repairs - no exposed wires -

good insulation - no overloading - use of

protective devices - testing and tagging -no

overhead/ underground services




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protective devices.

Scarf folding

Poor foundation - lack of ladder access

insufficient planking - lack of guardrails and

toe boards - insufficient ties or other means -

all scaffolds incorrectly braced or stabilized to

prevent overturning.

All scaffolds correctly braced and

stabilized - 3:1 height to base ratio - firm

foundation, plumb and level - ladder

access provided and used - proper platform

(3 planks/675 mm) - planks secured -

guardrails and toe boards - 900mm to

1100mm high, within 200mm of working

face, mid-rail.

Ladders

Carrying loads - not secured against

dislodgement -defective ladders - not

sufficient length - wrong positions -

incorrectly placed (angles, in access ways,

vehicle

movements

Secured against movement or footed -

ladders in good condition - regularly

inspected - extend 1m above platform - 4:1

angle - out of access ways, vehicle

movements - climbing - no carrying loads -

3 points of contact - no higher than 3rd

step

down - use for access only, not working

platforms.

Excavations

Trench collapse - material falling in undetected

underground services - falls - hazardous

atmosphere struck by traffic and mobile plant.

Soil stability known - no water

accumulation - existing services known -

material 600 mm from edge - clear of

suspended loads - hardhats/PPE - ladders -

public protection – atmospheric testing -

traffic controls - Emergency Plan.

Gas Cutting and Welding

Fire - welding flash, burns, fumes,

electrocution in wet conditions - flashback in

oxygen set, leaking cylinders, acetylene

cylinders lying down - poorly maintained

Welding flash and burns controlled with

PPE and shields -fumes controlled with

ventilation and PPE

(in good condition and properly positioned)

,Gas cylinders be kept upright & secured

position (properly tied) - combustible




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leads.

materials to be kept at secured place to

avoid fire & Fire Extinguishers to be kept in

fire prone area with training to people for its

use.

Noise

Unknown noise levels - known noise levels

over 85 decibels

Levels below 85 decibels - proper

protection.

Falling Material

Fall during carrying/Lifting materials-

dislodged tools and materials from overhead

work areas.

Materials to be secured – kept away from

edge - toe boards –Use of hard hats.

Craneage & Lifts

Display of carrying capacity i.e load (No. Of

person), incorrectly slung, defective lifting

equipment, unsecured loads, craning in close

proximity to building people and plant - falls -

falling materials.

Periodic testing by competent authority -

correctly slung/secured loads, lifting

equipment good condition - use of proper

hand signals - falls while unloading

controlled.

• Visitors Presence at site

Falls - struck by - dropped materials - roading

accidents -insufficient hoarding or fencing -

pedestrian access past site - mechanical plant

movement on and off site.

Sufficient hoarding - fencing and barricades

- safe pedestrian access past site traffic

management for loading and delivery -

construction separated from occupied areas

of projects.

7.2.2 Emergency Response Plan (ERP)

The overall objective of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is to make use of the combined

resources at the site and outside services to achieve the following:

1. To localize the emergency and if possible eliminate it;

2. To minimize the effects of the accident on people and property;




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3. Effect the rescue and medical treatment of casualties;

4. Safeguard other people;

5. Evacuate people to safe areas;

6. Informing and collaborating with statutory authorities;

7. Initially contain and ultimately bring the incident under control;

8. Preserve relevant records and equipment for the subsequent enquiry into the cause and

circumstances of the emergency;

9. Investigating and taking steps to prevent reoccurrence

The ERP is therefore related to identification of sources from which hazards can arise and the

maximum credible loss scenario that can take place in the concerned area. The plan takes into

account the maximum credible loss scenario - actions that can successfully mitigate the effects of

losses/ emergency need to be well planned so that they would require less effort and resources to

control and terminate emergencies, should the same occur.

Main hazards identified for the project include hazards pertaining to fires in buildings and fire in

diesel storage areas, earthquake and LPG leakage and an ERP pertaining to these is described in

the following section.

7.3 RESPONSE IN CASE OF EARTHQUAKE

7.3.1 Response Procedures for Occupants

If indoors:

1. Take cover under a piece of heavy furniture or against an inside wall and hold on.

2. Stay inside: The most dangerous thing to do during the shaking of an earthquake is to try to

leave the building because objects can fall on you.

If outdoors:

Move into the open, away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires. Once in the open, stay

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If in a moving vehicle:

Stop quickly and stay in the vehicle. Move to a clear area away from buildings, trees, overpasses,

or utility wires. Once the shaking has stopped, proceed with caution. Avoid bridges or ramps that

might have been damaged by the quake.

After the quake

After the quake be prepared for aftershocks.

Although smaller than the main shock, aftershocks cause additional damage and may bring

weakened structures down. Aftershocks can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months

after the quake.

Help injured or trapped persons.

Give first aid where appropriate. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in

immediate danger of further injury. Call for help.

Remember to help those who may require special assistance--infants, the elderly, and people

with disabilities.

Stay out of damaged buildings.

Use the telephone only for emergency calls.

7.3.2 Response Procedure for Emergency Team

1. Formulate an Emergency Response Team for earthquake response.

2. Using the public address system, inform residents of response procedures discussed above.

3. Inform the necessary authorities for aid.

4. Ensure no person is stuck beneath any debris, in case of a structural failure.

5. Ensure that all occupants standing outside near the buildings are taken to open areas.

6. Ensure that the first aid ambulance and fire tender vehicles are summoned if necessary.

7. Inform the nearby hospitals if there are any injuries.

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7.4 RESPONSE FOR LPG LEAKAGE

The affected area should be evacuated and cordoned off immediately

Initiate an Emergency Response Team for LPG leakage.

Shut down the main valves in the gas bank.

Ensure that only concerned personnel are present in the affected area and all other personnel and

visitors are moved to the nearest assembly points.

Rescue trapped personnel, also check if any personnel are unconscious in the area and

immediately move them outside and provide first aid. Ambulance should be summoned to take

injured personnel to the nearest hospital.

Personnel in the nearby buildings to close all doors and windows to prevent entry of the leaked

gas.

Source of leakage to be traced and isolated from all the other areas. And if required use pedestal

fans to bring down the gas concentration.

In case of a fire follow the instructions in case of fire.

7.5 RESPONSE IN CASE OF FIRE

Required response during in the event of a fire should be described in signs located in the lobby.

On sighting a fire, it should be immediately informed to the environment manager giving the

exact location and type of fire in detail.

Initiate the Emergency Response Team for fires.

If the fire is small, engage in extinguishing the fire using the nearest fire extinguisher.

Guide the Emergency Response Team staff to the emergency assembly point.

The Emergency Response Team should immediately inform the nearest dispensary and security

force. If required a fire tender should be summoned.




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The response team should immediately move to the point of fire and take all necessary steps to

stop the fire. If the fire is not controllable and spreads then the manager in charge should inform

the district authorities and call for external help.

The Emergency Response Team will provide immediate relief to the injured residents at the

scene of incident. Any injured persons should be evacuated on priority to the dispensary or one

of the nearest hospitals based on their condition.

Instructions for occupants

Get out of buildings as quickly and as safely as possible.

Use the stairs to escape. When evacuating, stay low to the ground.

If possible, cover mouth with a cloth to avoid inhaling smoke and gases.

Close doors in each room after escaping to delay the spread of the fire.

If in a room with a closed door.

If smoke is pouring in around the bottom of the door or if it feels hot, keep the door closed.

Open a window to escape or for fresh air while awaiting rescue.

If there is no smoke at the bottom or top and the door is not hot, then open the door slowly.

If there is too much smoke or fire in the hall, slam the door shut.

Stay out of damaged buildings.

Check that all wiring and utilities are safe.

A state of the art fire fighting system is proposed for the project to prevent and control fire

outbreaks. The fire fighting system will consist of portable fire extinguishers, hose reel, wet riser,

yard hydrant, automatic sprinkler system, and manual fire alarm system. The Group Housing

colony will also be provided with automatic fire detection and alarm system.




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7.6 RESOURCE CONSERVATION

The project will lead to utilization of various natural resources. As an environmentally

responsible corporate, the developers endeavor to conserve these resources by judicious

management and recycling and strive to build up these resources where possible.

Water Resources: The project will not use groundwater resources during both the construction

and operation phases of the project. Given the national water scenario, where availability if fresh

water is fast dwindling use of the same cannot be emphasized. Following means are proposed to

be adopted for conservation of this life sustaining resource:

No withdrawal of groundwater: The project will be supplied during construction phase by

Private water tanker suppliers as per IS 456:2000 and in operational phase by Municipal

Corporation of Faridabad.

Reduced use of water: To further minimize the use of available freshwater, various low flow

fixtures may be provided such as Low flow flushing systems, waterless urinals, and tap aerators.

Awareness will also be spread amongst the residents on the following lines:

Timely detection and repair of all leakages;

Turning off tap while brushing teeth;

Use of mug rather than running water for shaving;

Avoiding/minimizing use of shower/bath tub in bathroom;

Turning off faucets while soaping and rinsing clothes;

Using automatic washing machine only when it is fully loaded;

Avoiding use of running water while hand-washing;

Avoiding use of running water for releasing ice tray ahead of time from freezer;

Turning off the main valve of water while going outdoor;

Avoiding use of hose for washing floors; Use of broom may be preferred;




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Watering of lawn or garden during the coolest part of the day (early morning or

late evening, hours) when temperature and wind speed are lowest. This reduces

losses due to evaporation.

Planting of native and/or drought tolerant grasses, ground covers, shrubs and

trees. Once fully grown, they need not to be watered frequently.

Avoiding over watering of lawns. Good rains eliminate the need for watering for

more than a week.

Setting sprinklers to water the lawn or garden only, not the street or sidewalk;

Avoiding installation or use of ornamental water features unless they recycle the

water and avoiding running them during drought or hot weather;

Installation of high-pressure, low-volume nozzles on spray washers;

Replacement of high-volume hoses with high-pressure, low-volume cleaning

systems;

Equipping spring loaded shutoff nozzles on hoses;

Installation of float-controlled valve on the make-up line, closing filling line

during operation, provision of surge tanks for each system avoid overflow;

Washing vehicles less often, or using commercial car wash that recycles water;

Treatment and Recycling: The sullage generated from the sites will be treated in an on-site

Sewage Treatment Plant. This will enable the treated sullage to be used for flushing and

landscaping thereby reducing the requirement of freshwater for these purposes.

Construction materials: As it is an Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project, the

project will require various kinds of natural construction materials such as sand, gravel etc. It is

proposed for prior estimation of required quantities of these materials and procurement only as

per requirement. This will also result in cost-efficiency. Excavated soil from the project site will

be used within the site to the extent feasible. Excess soil will be made available to the

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Energy: To conserve the energy resources, good practices will be followed during the

construction phase such as turning off lights and equipments when not in use, ensuring fuel

efficiency of motors and vehicles through proper maintenance and minimal work at night. The

principles of energy conservation will also be embedded in the buildings through use of energy

efficient fixtures, maximum availability of natural light and use of solar energy for street

lighting.

7.7 RESETTLEMENT AND REHABILITATION

The project will not result in displacement of any local population and hence, does not require a

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CHAPTER-8

PROJECT BENEFITS

8.1 GENERAL

The project site is situated at Village Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad Haryana. The project will be

developed on a total area of 82,232.12 m2. The site is well connected to NH – 2, Ballabgarh

Railway Station and Safdarjung Airport. There are many educational institutions and colleges in

the nearby area around the project site.

The salient features of the project include:

Fire Fighting system as per NBC

Emergency Alarm System

Basement parking

Multi-tiered security

Advanced fire protection systems

Seamless telecommunication networks

Backup power supply

8.2 PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE

“Royal Heritage” Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will help in meeting the

growing residential needs of people; it also provides state-of-the-art apartments and modern

terms of comfort and safety of its residential units. Care has been taken to provide the occupants

and visitors with necessary facilities as power, water supply, parking spaces, and broad roads

that are safe and secure.

8.3 SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

An Revision & Expansion of Group Housing project of this scale sets in an overall development

of the region, maintenance of existing roads, power supply and water supply, since a large Group

Housing generally brings the focus of the development authorities in the locality.

8.4 ECONOMIC BENEFITS




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The project will entail positive impact on the local economy in a convenient way. The

construction phase of the project will engage a large number of construction workers, whether

skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled. The workers will also be ensured welfare facilities such as

drinking water, sheds for resting, medical aids, and aid in children’s education.

In meeting the day-to-day and recreational demands of the residents of the site, the region is also

likely to develop a number of shopping and amusement facilities, thereby, further stimulating the

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CHAPTER-9

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

9.1 INTRODUCTION

Identification and prediction of impacts further needs to suggest the mitigate measures which

would play a vital role in prevention of environmental degradation during construction and

operational phase of the Group Housing Project. This leads to preparation of Environmental

Management Plan (EMP), therefore EMP forms an imperative part of EIA process.

The Environmental Management plan is a site specific plan developed to ensure that the project

is implemented in an environmentally sustainable manner where all contractors and

subcontractors, including consultants if any, understand the potential environmental risks arising

from the project and take appropriate actions to minimize those risks. EMP also ensures that the

project implementation is carried out in accordance with the planned design and by taking

appropriate mitigates actions to reduce adverse environmental impacts during project’s life cycle.

The project will create certain inevitable impacts, mainly during construction phase, although

within permissible limits as mentioned in Chapter 4 and can be reduced significantly with the

help of effective implementation of a well-designed EMP. The potential environmental impacts,

which need to be regulated, are mentioned below:

Air pollution due to the emission of particulate matter and gaseous pollutants from

operation of D.G Sets during power failure and vehicular movement;

Noise pollution due to various noise generating equipment as well as vehicular

movement;

Water resource management to ensure continuous water supply.

Sullage generation from sanitary/domestic activities; and

Generation of municipal solid wastes from residences, maintenance of roads, parks,

common areas including constructional, electrical and plumbing wastes.

Energy conservation methods.




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Maintenance of Building Management Systems and emergency aids.

To ensure better environment in & around the project site, effective EMP is developed

separately for construction and operational phase.

9.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES

Strategy for environmental management in construction work should be based on three-pronged

approach comprising of:

Pollution prevention.

Pollution control.

Protection of pollution recipients.

9.2.1 Topography and Physiographic

During the development, construction and post construction phase of the “Royal Heritage”

Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project, no significant impact is anticipated on local or

regional topography and Physiographic, hence exhaustive management plan is not required. It is

however proposed to carry out extensive turfing with local species apart from proposed

plantations and greens.

9.2.2 Soil

9.2.2.1 Development & Construction Phase

During the construction phase, various kinds of wastes are generated that will be disposed in

varied ways. The following measures will be taken to prevent soil contamination at site and

ensure waste management:

Vegetation and top soil management:

Remove vegetative cover only from the specific site on which construction will take

place.

Plantation as proposed shall be started at the earliest.




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The top soil will be stripped from constructional areas and stockpiled for later reuse in

landscaping.

Promote use of organic fertilizers.

Construction of erosion prevention troughs, as deemed necessary.

To prevent the erosion of excavated loose soil produced as a result of excavation, site

preparation activities and excavation work would be undertaken during dry season after

monsoon is over.

Construction Debris:

Fuel and oil would be stored in cement lined storage yard and handled carefully to

prevent soil contamination through leakage or spillage.

All metal, paper, plastic wastes, debris and cuttings would be collected from site as soon

as particular construction activity is over.

During construction of flexible pavement, bitumen wastes will be collected (if any) and

disposed in environmentally sound manner.

The number, frequency and area of movement of heavy machinery will also be restricted.

Recycling of construction wastes into aggregates for use in the project site.

Used oil from DG Sets shall be stored in HDPE drums in isolated covered facility and

disposed off as per the Hazardous Wastes (Management Handling Trans boundary

movement rules 2008.)

Wastes from the labor camps will be collected and disposed as per the existing practices

in the site.

9.2.2.2 Post Construction Phase

To prevent soil contamination at site, the most important aspect is to manage the solid wastes

that will be generated during the operation phase. The Environmental Management Plan for the

solid waste focuses on three major components during the life cycle of the waste management

system i.e. collection, transportation, and treatment or disposal.




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Collection and segregation of wastes

Solid waste generated from project would be collected door to door and segregated into

decomposable, recyclable and inert wastes.

Decomposable wastes will be decomposed and converted to manure to be used for

horticulture.

Recyclable waste would be sold to vendors.

Inert waste which comprises a very small amount of the total solid waste generated

would be temporarily stored within the project premises.

Waste bins would be placed at the strategic locations such as inter section of internal

roads, parks, common places, etc.

To minimize littering and odors, waste will be stored in well-designed containers/ bins

that will be located at strategic locations to minimize disturbance in traffic flow.

Care would be taken such that the collection vehicles are well maintained and generate

minimum noise and emissions. During transportation of the waste, it will be covered to

avoid littering.

Transportation:

Only the non-recyclable and non-biodegradable waste will be transported to the Govt. approved

agency. The segregation, transportation and disposal of wastes will be done by the authorized

agency that will take care of the waste management of the project during the operational phase of

the project.




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Figure 13: Waste Management Flow Diagram

Disposal

With regards to the disposal/ treatment of waste, the management will take the services of the

authorized agency for waste management and disposal of the same on the project site during its

operational phase.

9.2.3 Hydrology

9.2.3.1 Surface water Hydrology

Development & Construction Phase

To ensure adequate passage of the storm water as per the regional drainage pattern, water

channels will be provided. It is also suggested to avoid excavation during monsoons. Chemicals




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such as paints and varnishes and oil/ grease will be stored under covered and cemented areas.

Wash offs containing these chemicals will be drained into impervious trains for disposal as

hazardous wastes.

9.2.3.2 Ground water Hydrology


The water requirement during the construction period will be met by tertiary treated STP from

private water tanker suppliers as per IS 456: 2000. The following are also proposed to further

reduce the demand of freshwater:

Curing water will be sprayed on concrete structures and free flow of water not allowed.

After liberal curing on the first day, all concrete structures will be painted with curing

chemical to save water to stop daily water curing hence save water.

Concrete structures will be covered with thick cloth/gunny bags and then water sprayed

on them to avoid water rebound and ensure sustained and complete curing.

Pools will be made using cement and sand mortar to avoid water flowing away from the

flat surface while curing.

Water ponding will be done on all sunken slabs. This will also highlight the importance

of having an impervious formwork.

Post Construction Phase

It is proposed to conserve groundwater resources through the combined means of water resource

development, minimized water consumption and reuse of treated sullage to reduce freshwater

demand.

9.2.3.3 Water Resource Development


collection/stagnation and flooding of water. The amount of storm water run-off depends upon

many factors such as intensity and duration of precipitation, characteristics of the tributary area

and the time required for such flow to reach the drains. The drains shall be located near the




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carriage way along either side of the roads. Taking the advantage of road camber, the rainfall run

off from roads shall flow towards the drains.

9.2.4 Storm Water Drainage


collection/ stagnation and flooding of water. Underground pipe drain will be connecting

to the drain along the service road outside the site. The system will be proposed after

studying the site conditions and considering the following factors:-

• The pattern of slopes of terrain of site.

• The existing conditions of site and surrounding.

• The final levels and patterns of different type of roads.

Minimal Water Consumption

To reduce the water consumption, awareness along the following lines will be spread amongst

the management and maintenance team:

Installation of water meters conforming to ISO standards at inlet and outlet point of

water supply.

To further lower the water consumption, options of Low flow flushing systems,

sensor based fixtures, and tap aerators etc will be explored.

Leak detection

Drip irrigation for shrubs and trees

Use of low-volume, low-angle sprinklers for lawn areas

The message of water conservation will be spread amongst the residents through awareness

campaigns and pamphlets. Following tips shall be provided to the residents for conserving water.

Timely detection and repair of all leakages;

Turning off tap while brushing teeth;

Use of mug rather than running water for shaving;

Avoiding/minimizing use of shower/bath tub in bathroom;

Turning off faucets while soaping and rinsing clothes;




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Using automatic washing machine only when it is fully loaded;

Avoiding use of running water while hand-washing;

Avoiding use of running water for releasing ice tray ahead of time from freezer;

Turning off the main valve of water while going outdoor;

Avoiding use of hose for washing floors; Use of broom may be preferred;

Watering of lawn or garden during the coolest part of the day (early morning or late

evening, hours) when temperature and wind speed are lowest. This reduces losses

due to evaporation.

Planting of native and/or drought tolerant grasses, ground covers, shrubs and trees.

Once fully grown, they need not to be watered frequently.

Avoiding over watering of lawns. Good rains eliminate the need for watering for

more than a week.

Setting sprinklers to water the lawn or garden only, not the street or sidewalk;

Avoiding installation or use of ornamental water features unless they recycle the

water and avoiding running them during drought or hot weather;

Installation of high-pressure, low-volume nozzles on spray washers;

Replacement of high-volume hoses with high-pressure, low-volume cleaning

systems;

Equipping spring loaded shutoff nozzles on hoses;

Installation of float-controlled valve on the make-up line, closing filling line during

operation, provision of surge tanks for each system avoid overflow;

Washing vehicles less often, or using commercial car wash that recycles water.

Re-use of treated sullage

Treated sullage from the site will be recycled for landscaping, flushing and HVAC cooling to

further reduce demand on freshwater resources. This will be achieved by treating the sullage

from the site in a proposed Sewage Treatment Plant of capacity 960 KLD.




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The treated sullage conforming to standards for effluent discharge on land will be reused to meet

various non-potable and non-contact requirements of the Revision & Expansion of the Group

Housing Project.

9.2.3.4 Surface water Quality


To mitigate the impacts of soil erosion during first rain and generation of sullage from

construction labor camps, the following measures are proposed;

Excavation during dry season and proper management of excavated soils,

Clearing all debris from site as soon as construction is over,

Provision of proper hutment and toilet facilities for construction labor,

Proper disposal of sullage generated at site.

9.2.3.5 Ground water Quality

Development and Construction Phase

To ensure against any groundwater pollution through leaching of soil, solid waste management

plan ensuring timely collection of wastes will be followed. The collected wastes will be stored at

designated area and disposed as per the standard procedures in line with the statutory

requirements.

Post Construction Phase

The ground water pollution can arise from improper waste handling or by recharge of

groundwater through contaminated storm water. A well planned solid waste management as

discussed in chapter 2 is proposed for the operation phase that will ensure against any chances of

soil or groundwater pollution on this account.

Landscaping water enters the soil and finally the groundwater. It is thus of utmost importance

that only clean water is used for horticulture purposes. The water from the households will

contain significant amounts of detergent and soap that is undesirable for plants, soil and in

groundwater. Hence, it is proposed to treat sullage from the sites up to tertiary level, and be used




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for landscaping only thereafter. Regular monitoring of treated sullage shall be carried out to

ensure that all parameters are within acceptable levels.

9.2.4 Air Quality

9.2.4.1 Development and Construction Phase

The construction phase for the Revision & Expansion of this Group Housing Project is about

3years (approx), causing only marginal impact on ambient air quality from constructional

activities, unloading of construction materials, cement, soil and vehicular movement etc. The

main pollutant of concern is PM 2.5 PM 10 (dust). Likewise, following mitigation measures will

be adopted during this phase to mitigate the impacts on ambient air:

Installation of batch plant at isolated place and providing cover shed around

plants.

Loading and unloading of cement and other material in covered shed.

Providing dust suppression system in unloading area (as per requirement).

Developing avenue and curtain plantation on the internal roads and peripheral

plantation around the site to protect the movement of dust and other pollutants.

Cover scaffolding, hosing down road surfaces and cleaning of vehicles.

On-Road- Inspection for black smoke generating machinery.

Vehicles having pollution under control certificate will be allowed to operate.

Use of covering sheets for trucks to prevent dust dispersion from the trucks.

Reducing the speed of a vehicle to 20 km/hr to reduce emissions on site.

All material storages will be adequately covered and contained.

Training to the workers to reduce idling time of machines that otherwise tends to

produce hydrocarbons ad carbon monoxide.

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During the post construction phase, following measures will be adopted for pollution control in

the Revision & Expansion of this Group Housing Project:

Adequate stack height for DG Sets

Traffic pollution management

Plantation development

DG Sets: The running of DG sets will result in emission of various pollutants. To achieve

adequate natural dispersion, adequate stack height will be provided as per guidelines of Central

Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for 4 x 1500 kVA and 1 no. of DG sets of 750 kVA

Traffic pollution management: Internal roads would be maintained in good conditions to

control the dust emissions. Awareness will be raised amongst the residents for use of low sulphur

fuel.

Plantation development: Vegetation is an effective means for controlling air pollution due its

dual action of acting as a barrier between the source of emission and receptors and also as a sink

for various pollutants. It is proposed to develop plantation of species effective in absorption of

expected pollutants at site, along the internal roads and on the periphery of the Group Housing

Project. Suggested species for plantation are:

Cassia fistula(Amaltas)

Delonixregia (Gulmohar)

Bauhinia purpurea (Kachnar)

Dalbergiasissoo (Shisham)

9.2.5 Noise Levels


During the construction phase, some noise will be generated through the operation of

construction machines, excavators, DG sets, etc. Following measures would be taken; into

consideration to mitigate the noise at construction site:




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Use of well-maintained equipment fitted with silencers and providing noise

shields near the heavy construction operations

Acoustic enclosures would be provide to DG sets at the construction site,

Earmuff and other protection devices shall be provided to laborers working in

high noise generating machines.

High noise activities shall be carried out during daytime.

9.2.6 Post Construction Phase

The main sources of noise during this phase are the intermittent use of DG Sets and traffic. The

principles of noise emission control and screening are proposed for the two different scenarios of

noise generation.

9.2.6.1 Noise emission control

All the D.G. Sets will be provided with acoustic enclosures ensuring 25 dB (A) insertion loss or

for meeting the ambient noise standards whichever is higher as per CPCB norms. It will be

ensured that the manufacturer provides acoustic enclosures as an integral part with Diesel

Generator Sets.

Barriers:

Trees having thick and fleshy leaves with flexible petioles having capacity to withstand vibration

are suitable. Heavier branches and trunk of the trees also deflect or refract the sound waves. The

following species are proposed to be used in a greenbelt especially surrounding housing groups

and along the periphery of the project.

Antocephalous cadamba (Kadam)

Polyathia longifolia (Ashok)

Terminalia arjuna (Arjun)




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9.2.7 Biological Environment

9.2.7.1 Development and construction phase

During the development, construction and post construction phase, no tree will be cut and

therefore no impact is anticipated on terrestrial ecology. Site clearing shall be carried out strictly

as per plan. Workers shall be advised against cutting, uprooting, coppicing of trees or small trees

present in and around the project site for cooking. Workers shall also be discouraged from

wandering in nearby areas with plantation or dense vegetation.

Further, shelter belt will be developed on the periphery and along the internal roads of project

site during the construction phase itself that will act as a curtain to restrict the movement of

pollutants from either side of the project and improve site aesthetics.

9.2.7.2 Post construction phase

During the post construction phase, shelter belt will be developed and maintained. Ornamental

plant species and grasses will be planted in open space within the premises. 30.94% of Net

Planned area is proposed to be maintained green in the project site.

9.2.8 Demographic and Socio-Economic Environment


During the development and construction phase of the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing

Project, more than 200 skilled, semiskilled and unskilled workers will get direct and indirect

employment opportunities which will have beneficial impact on the socio-economic conditions

of the area.

Following suggestions are given to strengthen the beneficial impacts on the socio-economical

environment.

All the applicable guidelines under relevant acts and rules related to labor welfare and

safety shall be implemented during the construction work activities.




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Proper sanitary and drinking water facilities should be provided to workers living in the

construction camps within the project premises.

Workers will be provided with appropriate PPEs during work.

Guarding of dangerous machine parts, maintenance of equipments as hoists and lifts will

be ensured.

Adequate provision of different types of fire extinguishers will be made.

Construction Camps will be provided with clean and safe drinking water and toilet

facilities. Domestic refuse generated at the construction camps will be disposed off on a

regular basis. First Aid Medical facilities will also be provided for the construction

workers.


The project envisages addressing the wider goal of environmental protection through a social

investment strategy for the communities around the project. The project seeks to increase the

benefits to the local population and contribute towards meeting community’s expectation of

benefits from the project.

Some of the concerns raised by local people relate directly to the project. Concerns and

aspirations not directly related to the project were also solicited so as to identify areas that could

be addressed through socially responsible initiatives and interventions. These were:

a) Demand for employment opportunities.

b) Infrastructure development

The proposed strategy envisages addressing the wider goal of sharing benefits with the local

community. The following activities would be undertaken.

Income Generation Opportunity for local community

The local people will be given preference, although they will be recruited on their individual

merit. Tender specification for post construction services will include favorable employment




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opportunities towards the local population. The main principles of employment are outlined

below:

Employment strategy will provide for preferential employment during operation phase.

General recruitment procedures will be transparent, public and open to all.

Recruitment procedures will be publicized at locally prominent locations in advance.

There will be no discrimination on basis of gender, caste or other factors.

Contractors would be required to abide by the Indian labor laws regarding standards on

employee working conditions, minimum wages for workers, safety and welfare measures.

Following the appointment of the contractor, information on employment will be

available to the local community at the Panchayat office or other prominent places like

the school, frequently visited spots in the village etc. Information on the following

aspects would be provided- scale and duration of employment, type of available work and

demand projection.

Improved working conditions

The project would provide safe working conditions for the labor and other workers employed at

the facility during construction and operation phase. Conditions of employment should address

issues like minimum wages and medical care for the workers.

9.2.9 Vehicle Parking and Traffic Management


To ensure that the heavy vehicles transporting construction material to the site does not burden

the local traffic, it is proposed to:

Plan the movement of the heavy vehicles avoiding the peak hours (day time).

All the vehicles to the site will be provided with parking space such that there is no

waiting time along the access roads.




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It is to be ensured that there will not be any sudden influx of vehicles from the Revision &

Expansion of Group Housing Project at the entrance to the project site from access road. The

available width will provide sufficient merging space for the vehicles while meeting the road.

Adequate provision has been made for car/vehicle parking within the plot. Besides, wide internal

road will also provide space for off street parking.

9.3 ENERGY CONSERVATION

The Project will be designed in such a way that natural light and air will be enhanced in the

residences. Houses at the Revision & Expansion of Group Housing Project will be energy

efficient through use of low energy consuming fixtures. Energy conservation will be achieved

through various means as given below.

Site Plan and building design:

Maximum utilization of solar light will be done

Public areas will be cooled by natural ventilation as opposed to air-conditioning

Maximize the use of natural lighting through design

The orientation of the buildings will be done in such a way that maximum daylight is

available

The water bodies and green areas will be spaced, so that a significant reduction in the

temperature can take place.

Energy saving:

Energy efficient lamps will be provided within the complex.

Constant monitoring of energy consumption and defining targets for energy conservation

Adjusting the settings and illumination levels to ensure minimum energy used for desired

comfort levels

Awareness:

Promoting resident awareness on energy conservation




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Training staff on methods of energy conservation and to be vigilant to such opportunities

9.4 MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE SYSTEM

Management and maintenance system is an important issue for the Group Housing Project.

During the construction phase M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd. will take care for the

implementation of environmental management plan for the project. They will review the

effectiveness of implemented mitigation measures adopted by contractors and sub-contractors

from time to time. The houses will be provided with water sprinklers and fire alarms and there

will be provision of adequate number of fire extinguishers. Back up service will be provided for

all emergency equipments and machineries.

Post construction, management and maintenance of the internal services laid in Revision &

Expansion of Group Housing Project will be done by M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd. and

subsequently the same shall be transferred to the local Municipality/designated authority.

9.4.1 Institutional Capacity Building

a. Reporting: For effective implementation of any system/ plan, a systematic reporting

system is essential. An Environmental Management Cell shall be set up for

implementation of the proposed Management Plan. Reporting of the results of all the

management and monitoring plan shall be submitted to the designated Project Head. The

reports shall be reviewed and parameters exceeding their limits should be identified and

the reason for the same investigated. Any requisite mitigation plan shall be taken up

accordingly.

The Environment Management Cell will be a permanent organizational set up charged

with the task of ensuring its effective implementation of mitigation measures and conduct

environmental monitoring. The major duties and responsibilities of Environmental

Management Cell shall be as given below:

To implement the environmental management plan

To assure regulatory compliance with all relevant rules and regulations




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To ensure regular operation and maintenance of pollution control devices

To minimize environmental impact of operations as by strict adherence to the EMP

To initiate environmental monitoring as per approved schedule

b. Review and interpretation of monitored results and corrective measures in case

monitored results are above the specified limit.

c. Maintain documentation of good environmental practices and applicable environmental

laws for a ready reference

d. Maintain environmental related records

e. Coordination with regulatory agencies, external consultants, monitoring laboratories

f. Maintenance of log of public complaints and the action taken.

9.4.2 Hierarchical Structure of Environmental Management Cell

Normal activities of the EMP cell would be supervised by a dedicated person who will report to

the project Head.

9.4.3 Awareness and Training

Training and human resource development is an important link to achieve sustainable operation

of the facility and environment management. For successful functioning of the project, relevant

EMP would be communicated to residents and contractors.

Occupants must be made aware of the importance of waste segregation and disposal, water and

energy conservation. The awareness can be provided by periodic Integrated Society meetings.

They would be informed of their duties.

9.4.4 Environmental Audits and Corrective Action Plans

To assess whether the implemented EMP is adequate, periodic environmental audits will be

conducted by the project proponent’s Environmental division. These audits will be followed by

Correction Action Plan (CAP) to correct various issues identified during the audits.




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9.5 OVERALL MITIGATION MEASURES AND ENVIRONMENTAL

MANAGEMENT PLAN

Overall impact assessment of anticipated environmental impacts and mitigation measures &

environmental management plan to mitigate the potential impacts during the development &

construction and operation phase are summarized in Table 9.1.




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Table 9.1: Environmental Management Plan during construction and operation phases of the project.

Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through

EMP & Design Impact Evaluation

Remedial

Measures

1. Groundwater

Quality

Ground water

contamination

Construction Phase

Sullage generated

from Labor tents.

1. Modular STP/

Mobile

toilets

No significant

impact as majority

of laborers would

be locally deployed.

Operation Phase

Sewage treatment,

sludge disposal on

land.

Sewage will be

treated in Sewage

Treatment Plant.

Sludge will be used

for horticultural

purpose as manure.

No significant

negative impact on

ground water

quality envisaged.

In an unlikely event

of soil and ground

water

contamination,

remediation

measures shall be

implemented.

2. Groundwater

Quantity

Ground Water

Depletion

Construction Phase

Ground water will

not be used for

construction

activity.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Water will be

supplied by

Municipal

Corporation of

Faridabad.

Recycling of treated

water to reduce

freshwater

requirement

Storm water

collection for Water

Harvesting.

Awareness

Campaign for

reduced water use by

occupants.

No significant

impact on ground

water quantity

envisaged.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

3. Air Quality

Dust

Emissions

Construction Phase

All heavy

construction

activities.

Dust suppression

through water

sprinkling using

water trucks,

handheld sprays and

automatic sprinkler

systems.

Vehicles

transporting loose

construction material

should be covered.

Contractors will be

advised to provide

dust masks for the

employed labor.

Not significant

because dust

generation will be

temporary and will

settle fast due to

dust suppression

techniques used.

Emissions of

PM, SO2, NO2

and CO

Construction Phase

Operation of

construction

equipment and

vehicles during site

development.

Rapid on site

construction

Improved

maintenance of

equipment’s.

Not significant

Regular monitoring

of emissions and

control measures to

reduce the emission

levels.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Power generation

through D.G. Set

Operation.

Emissions from

vehicular traffic.

Use of low Sulphur

diesel.

Stacks will be

provided of adequate

height as per CPCB

guideline.

Shelter belt to be

provided with

specified species to

help reduce PM

levels.

Not significant as

D.G. Set would be

used as power

back-up only.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

4. Noise

Environment

Noise

emissions

Construction Phase

Operation of

construction

equipment and


development.

Equipments should

be fitted with

silencers, where

applicable and

maintained well.

Providing noise

shields near heavy

construction

operations.

Construction activity

will be limited

mostly to daytime

hours only.

Use of Personal

Protective

Equipment (PPE)

like earmuffs and

earplugs during

construction

activities.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Noise from

vehicular

movement.

Noise from D.G.

sets operation.

Peripheral

plantations.

Providing Acoustic

Enclosures on D.G.

Sets.

Not significant

Short-term

exposure within

permissible limit.

5. Land

Environment

Soil

contamination

Construction Phase

Disposal of

construction

debris.

Construction debris

will be collected and

suitably used on site

as per construction

waste management

plan.

Impact will be

local, as any waste

generated will be

reused for

construction

activities. Not

significant.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Generating

municipal solid

waste on land.

Handling of used

oil from D.G. Sets.

It is proposed that

solid waste

generated will be

managed as per

MSW rules 2000 and

amended 2002.

Collection,

segregation,

transportation and

disposal of wastes

will be done by

authorized agency.

Used oil generated

will be sold to

authorized recyclers

Not Significant

Negligible impact

6. Biological

Environment

(Flora and

Fauna)

Removal of

Flora and

Fauna on site.

Increase of

Green Cover

Construction Phase

Site development

during

construction.

Important species of

tress if any will be

identified and

marked and will be

merged with

landscape plan.

No negative impact

--




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Plantations along

the periphery of

the Group Housing

Project.

Plantations of

species that are

native to the area,

fast growing and

with good canopy

cover.

Beneficial impact

7. Socio -Economic

Environment

Population

displacement

and economic

impact

Construction Phase

No relocation is

involved.

Constructional

activities

Compensation has

been provided to the

land owners by

development

authority.

Employment for

laborers

No negative impact

Beneficial impact

--

Operation Phase

Site operation.

Project will provide

employment

opportunities.

Boost to local

market for increased

demand in goods of

daily need.

Beneficial impact

--




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

8. Traffic Pattern Increase of

Vehicular

traffic

Construction Phase

Heavy vehicular

movement during

construction.

Heavy vehicular

movement will be

restricted to daytime

only and adequate

parking facility will

be provided.

No negative impact

Operation Phase

Increased traffic

from the project.

Vehicular movement

will be regulated

inside the site

Adequate parking

space provided.

Moderate negative

impact




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CHAPTER-10

SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION

10.1 PROJECT BACKGROUND

M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd. intends to “Royal Heritage” Revise & Expand Group Housing

Project “Royal Heritage” at Village Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana. The project though

under development has undergone an increment for better efficiency reason, The total plot area is

82,232.12 m2 (19.690 acres) & increased built up area to 1,79,297.91 sq.m.which seeks

consideration for EC.

As per EIA Notification, 2006 & its amendments for all Group Housing Projects and area

development projects covering an area of 50 ha and/ or built up area greater than 1, 50,000m2 are

designated as category 8 (b) projects and are required EIA/EMP Report to obtain prior

environmental clearance from respective State Environmental Impact Assessment Authority

(SEIAA). The project is thus categorised as 8(b) under Schedule of the Environmental Impact

Assessment Notification and requires Environmental Clearance from the State Environment

Impact Assessment Authority, Haryana since the built up area is 1,79,297.91 m2. So, EIA/EMP

study is required. The EIA/EMP study has been carried out by Grass Roots Research & Creation

India Pvt. Ltd.

For this study, the impact zone shall confine within an angular radius of 5 km from the project

boundary. For the purpose of certain environmental components, the radius has extended up to

10 km as well. The EIA is conducted to establish the baseline environmental setting in the study

area, assessment of potential impacts on different environmental components, design of

mitigation measures so as to keep impacts within acceptable limits and strengthen the positive

impacts.

The Executive Summary summarizes the findings of the EIA study to aid in decision making and

provides project related information and environmental impacts to non-technical sections of

society. The summary highlights the baseline environmental status, key environmental issues and

their likely impacts and also lists the major recommended mitigation measures to attenuate the

impacts.




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10.2 PROJECT SITE & CONNECTIVITY

The project is located at Village Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana.The project site is

approx 3.5 km; W far from NH – 2. The nearest railway station is Ballabgarh Railway Station,

about 3.93 km; WNW of project site. The nearest airport is Safdarjung Airport which is approx.

30.77 km, NNW of the project site.

10.3 PROJECT FEATURES

The design population of the site is 9,853. Salient features of the project are:

Table 10.1: Salient Features of the project

S. No. Facility Value

1. Power Supply 11453 KVA

2. D.G. Set 5 DG sets of total capacity of 6750 kVA

(4 x 1500, 1 x 750)

3. Parking Required -2223 ECS

Proposed -2698 ECS

4. Water Supply Operational Phase: Municipal Corporation

of Faridabad

Construction Phase: Private water Tankers

5. Water Demand Fresh water-831 KLD

6. Sullage Generation 960 KLD

7. STP Capacity 1200 KLD

8. Solid waste generation 4401 kg/day

9. Manpower requirement 150-200 persons

The project will be implemented over a span of three years (approx) from the commencement of

construction.

10.4 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING OF THE STUDY AREA

The baseline environmental status was assessed based on primary and secondary data collected

either through in-site field observation or obtained from agencies such as Irrigation Department,

India Meteorological Department (IMD), Central Ground Water Board, Geological Survey of




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India, State Ground Water Department, State Pollution Control Board, Census of India and Local

Forest Department, Non -Governmental Agencies. The baseline status established from analysis

of secondary and primary data and predicted impacts are discussed below. The proposed

mitigation measures are also provided along with.


The land use pattern of the study area is mainly residential, agricultural and open & degraded

vegetation.

The construction phase of any construction project poses the threat of soil contamination and soil

erosion, mainly during the construction phase. Inadequate solid waste management may also

cause soil contamination during operation phase. The estimated waste generation during

operation phase is 4401 kg/day.

During construction phase, excavation related work will be avoided during the monsoons and

site clearing will be carried out for specific areas being developed. All wastes from site will be

regularly removed and disposed/ sold. An efficient solid waste management is proposed

comprising door-to-door waste collection, segregation of solid waste management facility within

the site, and their disposal. Solid waste will be disposed by sale of recyclable wastes to vendors.

10.4.2 Water environment

The project site is located at Village Mujheri, Sector 70, Faridabad, Haryana. The water

requirement during construction phase will be met by Private water Tankers suppliers, water as

per IS 456:2000. A combination of efficient water management to reduce water consumption,

reuse of treated wastewater to reduce freshwater demand and to replenish groundwater is

proposed to have a positive bearing on the water environment of the region.

Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of capacity 1200 KLD for will be set up to treat waste water.


During construction phase, the major air pollutant of prime concern is PM2.5, PM10 as impacts of

other emissions such as SO2, NO2, and CO will not be significant because the nature of sources




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is such that the emissions are distributed spatially as well as temporal. Monitored average PM2.5,

PM10 level exceeded NAAQS at all the five locations. The levels of PM 2.5, PM10, NO2, SO2 and

CO at all the five locations were within the standards prescribed by NAAQS at all the five

locations. Thus dust emissions from construction activities shall require comprehensive

mitigation measures and best construction practices.

Adequate stack heights will be proposed for D.G. Sets of 6750 kVA capacity (4 x 1500, 1 x 750)

above the ground to provide for sufficient dispersion of pollutants. Water sprinklers will be used

to suppress dust during construction. During the operation phase, green belt and green area

development is proposed to restrict and absorb air pollutants.


Noise levels were observed at four locations within the study area. Levels of background noise

monitored in exceed the limits at 55 dB (A) and 45dB (A) for daytime and night time

respectively.

The noise emitted from heavy-duty construction equipments during construction period being

high shall require occupational preventive measures and temporary noise barriers for noise

attenuation. The construction period being about 3 year duration, will require significant

mitigation measures such as restricted loud noise activities to daytime, provision of PPEs and

acoustic enclosures for D.G. Sets.

In the operation phase, noise pollution will be checked through acoustic enclosures of DG Sets

and green belt plantation.

10.4.5 Biological environment

There is also no tree cutting involved in the project. Additionally, there will be avenue

plantations, Shelter belt and herbs. The proposed landscaping will include native species that will

attract local birds and insects, reduce pollution and improve aesthetics and micro-climate of the

region. Total green area (revision and expansion) of the project is 24,656.84 m2. Evergreen tall

and ornamental trees and ornamental shrubs have been proposed to be planted inside the

premises. Trees like Silver Oak, Ashoka, Palm tree, Gulmohar etc. and flowers have been




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proposed to be planted inside the premises. Parks will also be developed in addition to this.

Break up of Green area is given below in Table 10.2

Table 10.2: Break up of Green Area

Type of Green Area Area (in m2)

Total Plantation Area @30.94% of net planned

area

24,656.832

water body @5% of net planned area 3,984.326

Avenue Plantation 35.36 % of the green area 8,719.528

Climber plants, lawns, parks, Herbs & Shrubs@

16.15% of the green area

3,984.326

Shelter [email protected]% of the green area 7,968.652

10.4.6 Socio-economic environment

The Group Housing Project does not call for any land acquisition and no change in the existing

land use pattern. The execution of the project will not disturb the people living in area as there

will be no blasting and large scale digging. The project will generate employment opportunities

for both skilled and unskilled workers in the vicinity, which will produce multiple effects on the

life and economy of the local people. Thus from socio-economic point of view the project is

beneficial to the people and can be executed with little hesitation.

10.4.7 Energy efficiency

The total energy demand of 11453 KVA. for the project will be met by Dakshin Haryana Bijli

Vitran Nigam. 4 DG sets of total capacity of 6750 kVA (4 x 1500 & 1 x 750) are proposed to

provide backup in case of power failure. Various provisions are made to reduce the energy

efficiency of the building, such as use of solar energy, provision of low energy fixtures, design

features to maximise sunlight and use of materials to improve energy efficiency.




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10.4.8 Others

Resource Conservation: A concerted effort is made towards resource conservation by way of

using recycled building materials, reduced water consumption and improving energy efficiency

of the building.

Indoor Air Quality: Special attention will be given to maintaining indoor air quality through

use of low VOC paints, provision of adequate ventilation, proper storage of chemical and

cleaning materials.

Safety:A network of manned security gates, security men, closed circuit TV and intercom

facilities are proposed to ensure safety of the occupant. The buildings will also be provided with

adequate fire tenders, fire alarms and water sprinklers.

10.5 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

Adequate environmental management measures will be incorporated during the entire planning,

construction and operating stages of the project to minimize any adverse environmental impact

and assure sustainable development of the area.

For the effective and consistent functioning of the campus, an Environmental Management

System (EMS) will be established at the site including an Environmental Management cell for

implementation of the EMP and monitoring plan, training and awareness, audits and

maintenance of records.

The total estimated cost of the Expansion of Group Housing Colony project is Approx. Rs 240

Crores which includes the cost of the land as well as the developmental cost.

Based on the environmental assessment, the associated potential adverse environmental impacts

can be mitigated to an acceptable level by adequate implementation of the measures as stated in

the EIA and the EMP. Some of the benefits from the project are:

Use of solar energy for street lighting

Provision of green walls and green terraces

Use of fly ash bricks.

Use of steel manufactured from recycled content.




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Provide permeable paving to control surface water runoff

Meet all requirements for buildings in moderate earthquake prone areas.

Extending educational and healthcare facilities to the local people.

Commitment to engaging local people and businessmen for maintenance and

repair work.

Hence, it may be concluded that the project will have significant positive economic and social

impact on the local community apart from meeting the housing needs of the occupants, without

bearing any significant adverse environmental impacts.




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Table 10.3: Summary matrix of predicted impacts and mitigation measures

Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

1. Groundwater

Quality

Ground water

contamination

Construction Phase

Sullage generated

from Labor tents.

1. Modular STP/

Mobile

toilets

No significant

impact as majority

of laborers would

be locally deployed.

Operation Phase

Sewage treatment,

sludge disposal on

land.

Sewage will be

treated in Sewage

Treatment Plant.

Sludge will be used

for horticultural

purpose as manure.

No significant

negative impact on

ground water

quality envisaged.

In an unlikely event

of soil and ground

water

contamination,

remediation

measures shall be

implemented.

2. Groundwater

Quantity

Ground Water

Depletion

Construction Phase

Ground water will

not be used for

construction

activity.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Water will be

supplied by

Municipal

Corporation of

Faridabad.

Recycling of treated

water to reduce

freshwater

requirement

Storm water

collection for Water

Harvesting.

Awareness

Campaign for

reduced water use by

occupants.

No significant

impact on ground

water quantity

envisaged.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

3. Air Quality

Dust

Emissions

Construction Phase

All heavy

construction

activities.

Dust suppression

through water

sprinkling using

water trucks,

handheld sprays and

automatic sprinkler

systems.

Vehicles

transporting loose

construction material

should be covered.

Contractors will be

advised to provide

dust masks for the

employed labor.

Not significant

because dust

generation will be

temporary and will

settle fast due to

dust suppression

techniques used.

Emissions of

PM, SO2, NO2

and CO

Construction Phase

Operation of

construction

equipment and


development.

Rapid on site

construction

Improved

maintenance of

equipment’s.

Not significant

Regular monitoring

of emissions and

control measures to

reduce the emission

levels.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Power generation

through D.G. Set

Operation.

Emissions from

vehicular traffic.

Use of low Sulphur

diesel.

Stacks will be

provided of adequate

height as per CPCB

guideline.

Shelter belt to be

provided with

specified species to

help reduce PM

levels.

Not significant as

D.G. Set would be

used as power

back-up only.




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Sl.

No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

4. Noise

Environment

Noise

emissions

Construction Phase

Operation of

construction

equipment and


development.

Equipments should

be fitted with

silencers, where

applicable and

maintained well.

Providing noise

shields near heavy

construction

operations.

Construction activity

will be limited

mostly to daytime

hours only.

Use of Personal

Protective

Equipment (PPE)

like earmuffs and

earplugs during

construction

activities.




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No.

Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Noise from

vehicular

movement.

Noise from D.G.

sets operation.

Peripheral

plantations.

Providing Acoustic

Enclosures on D.G.

Sets.

Not significant

Short-term

exposure within

permissible limit.

5. Land

Environment

Soil

contamination

Construction Phase

Disposal of

construction

debris.

Construction debris

will be collected and

suitably used on site

as per construction

waste management

plan.

Impact will be

local, as any waste

generated will be

reused for

construction

activities. Not

significant.




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Environmental

Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Generating

municipal solid

waste on land.

Handling of used

oil from D.G. Sets.

It is proposed that

solid waste

generated will be

managed as per

MSW rules 2000 and

amended 2002.

Collection,

segregation,

transportation and

disposal of wastes

will be done by

authorized agency.

Used oil generated

will be sold to

authorized recyclers

Not Significant

Negligible impact

6. Biological

Environment

(Flora and

Fauna)

Removal of

Flora and

Fauna on site.

Increase of

Green Cover

Construction Phase

Site development

during

construction.

Important species of

tress if any will be

identified and

marked and will be

merged with

landscape plan.

No negative impact

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Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

Operation Phase

Plantations along

the periphery of

the Group Housing

project.

Plantations of

species that are

native to the area,

fast growing and

with good canopy

cover.

Beneficial impact

7. Socio -Economic

Environment

Population

displacement

and economic

impact

Construction Phase

No relocation is

involved.

Constructional

activities

Compensation has

been provided to the

land owners by

development

authority.

Employment for

laborers

No negative impact

Beneficial impact

--

Operation Phase

Site operation.

Project will provide

employment

opportunities.

Boost to local

market for increased

demand in goods of

daily need.

Beneficial impact

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Components

Potential

Impacts

Potential source of

Impact

Controls through


Remedial

Measures

8. Traffic Pattern Increase of

Vehicular

traffic

Construction Phase

Heavy vehicular

movement during

construction.

Heavy vehicular

movement will be

restricted to daytime

only and adequate

parking facility will

be provided.

No negative impact

Operation Phase

Increased traffic

from the project.

Vehicular movement

will be regulated

inside the site

Adequate parking

space provided.

Moderate negative

impact




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CHAPTER-11

DISCLOSURE OF CONSULTANTS ENGAGED

Project Name: Expansion of Group Housing Colony

Name and address of

the Consultant

GRC, India (P) Ltd.

F-374,375, Sector: 63,

Noida, India

ISO 9001:2008 Certified,

QCI-NABET Accredited.

Base line data GRC, India Training and

Analytical Laboratory

Sector: 63, F- 374, 375,

Noida, India

NABL & MoEF Accredited

Laboratory.

A unit of GRC, India (P) Ltd.

Following Coordinators & Functional Area Experts are involved in EIA

EIA Coordinator Mr. K.D. Choudhury

FAE-WP Dr. P.R. Chaudhari

FAE-AP Mr. K.D. Choudhury

FAE-AQ Prof. B. Padmanabha Murty

FAE-LU Mr. P. Radhakrishnamoorthy

FAE-EB Dr. P.R. Chaudhari

FAE-NV Mr. K.D. Choudhury

FAE-SE Mr. K.N. Dutta

FAE-HG Prof. Tapan Majumdar

FAE-G Prof. Tapan Majumdar

FAE-S Dr. S.R. Maley

FAE-RH Dr. Ravindra Kode

FAE-SHW Mrs. Anasua Nag

11.1 ACCREDITION/ FROM QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA, QCI AND LIST

OF COORDINATORS




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GR&C India Pvt. Ltd. has got accredition from QCI as per MoEF, GoI requirements.




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The license no. 33/2010 issued by Town and Country Planning Department, Haryana foran area of 6.83125 acres for development of Group Housing Project was valid upto19.04.2014. It was submitted to esteem SEIAA, Haryana.

M/s Pivotal Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. has already submitted application for revalidation ofthe license and acknowledgment is attached below:

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