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D S KULKARANI DEVELOPERS LTD (DSKDL), Dsk House, 1187/60, J.M Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune – 411005. Form I & IA, Conceptual Plan and Environmental Management Plan For Proposed Construction of Residential Apartments (Builtup area - 29535.75 Sq.m ) at Survey Nos. 531/1, 532 & 533, (New TS Nos. 25, 24, 23/1A & 23/1B), Telungupalayam (Komarapalayam Village), Coimbatore South Taluk, Coimbatore District, Tamilnadu Prepared by Environment & Power Technologies Private Limited, #10, NS Bhavan, 4 th Main Road, 4 th Cross, Gandhinagar, Bangalore – 560009. ( NABET Accreditation Ref: S.No – 52, MoEF Website)

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D S KULKARANI DEVELOPERS LTD (DSKDL), 

Dsk House, 1187/60, J.M Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune – 411005. 

 

 

Form I & IA, Conceptual Plan and Environmental Management Plan

 

 

For

Proposed Construction of Residential Apartments

(Builtup area - 29535.75 Sq.m ) at Survey Nos. 531/1, 532 & 533, (New TS Nos. 25, 24, 23/1A & 23/1B), Telungupalayam (Komarapalayam Village), Coimbatore South Taluk, Coimbatore District, Tamilnadu 

 

 

 

Prepared by 

Environment & Power Technologies Private Limited,  

#10, NS Bhavan, 4th Main Road, 4th Cross, Gandhinagar,  

Bangalore – 560009. 

(NABET Accreditation Ref: S.No – 52, MoEF Website)

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

1.1 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 29 1.2 LOCATION ................................................................................................................................ 30 1.3 SITE CONNECTIVITY ................................................................................................................. 30 1.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................ 31 1.5 POPULATION DETAILS ............................................................................................................... 33 1.6 PROJECT COST ........................................................................................................................ 34 1.7 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ...................................................................................................... 34 1.8 WATER REQUIREMENT ............................................................................................................. 35 1.9 SEWAGE GENERATION .............................................................................................................. 36 1.10 SOLID WASTE GENERATION, COLLECTION, TRANSPORT AND DISPOSAL ........................................ 42 1.11 RAINWATER HARVESTING & STORM WATER DRAIN ..................................................................... 42 1.12 POWER DETAILS ...................................................................................................................... 43 1.14 PARKING AREA DETAILS ............................................................................................................ 44

2 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SCENARIO ................................................................................. 45

2.1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................... 45 2.2. EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY…………………………………………………………46 2.2.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY…………………………………..……………………………………….46 2.2.2 WATER QUALITY ……………………………………………………………………………………...47 2.2.3 NOISE ENVIRONMENT ………………………………………………………….............................49

2.2.4 SOIL ENVIRONMENT ………………………………………………………………………………..50 2.2.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT ………………………………………………………………………50 2.2.6 SOCIO ECONOMIC SCENARIO …………………………………………………………………….51

3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN .................................................................................. 53

 

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LIST OF TABLES

Table 1.1 - Environmental Setting of the Project Site ............................................................................ 30

Table 1.2 – Summary of the project site details ..................................................................................... 32

Table 1.3 Break up details for Built-up area ........................................................................................... 32

Table 1.4 - Block wise details ................................................................................................................ 33

Table 1.5 -Expected Population Details during Operational Phase of the proposed development ........ 34

Table 1.6 Quantity of Construction Materials Required ......................................................................... 34

Table 1.7 Details of Water Requirement Calculation ............................................................................. 35

Table 1.8 Sewage Characteristics ......................................................................................................... 38

Table 1.9 Solid Waste Generation ......................................................................................................... 42

Table 1.10 - DG Set Details ................................................................................................................... 43

Table 1.11 Parking Details ..................................................................................................................... 44

Table 3.1 Environmental Management Plan – Construction Phase ....................................................... 54

Table 3.2 - Environmental Management Plan - Operation Phase .......................................................... 57

Table 3.3 Environmental Monitoring Schedule ...................................................................................... 60

Table 3.4 Environmental Management Plan – Budget ........................................................................... 61

 

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TABLE OF FIGURES

Figure 1.1 - Map showing the site connectivity of the Project Site ......................................................... 31

Figure 1.2 Water Balance Chart ............................................................................................................ 36

Figure 1.3 STP - Process Flow Diagram ............................................................................................... 39

TABLE OF ANNEXURES

Annexure –1 – The Layout plan showing building plan, location of STP, Dual Pumping system, rainwater harvesting system and greenbelt development plan of the proposed project.

Annexure – 2 – Site Layout and floor plan

Annexure – 3 – STP Layout

Annexure – 4 – Parking Layout Plan

Annexure – 5 – Geo technical investigation Report.

Annexure – 6 – Contour Map

Annexure 7 – Toposheet

Annexure 8 – Land Ownership Document

Annexure 9 – Company Registration Certificate.

Annexure 10 – Land Use Classification Certificate.

Annexure 11 - Disclosure of consultant

Annexure 12 - Acknowledgement copy for planning permission.

Annexure 13 – Permission letter for supply of water.

Annexure – 14 – Environmental Monitoring Report.

Annexure – 15 – Project Schedule

 

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FORM 1 I. Basic Information

S. No

Item Details

1 Name of the project/s Construction of Proposed Residential Apartments by D S KULKARANI DEVELOPERS LTD (DSKDL)

2 S.No. in the schedule The project is categorized under Schedule 8 (a) “Building and Construction projects” of EIA Notification 2006.

3 Proposed capacity / area/length/tonnage to be handled/command area/lease area/number of wells to be drilled

Proposed Built up Area is 29535.75 Sq.m. Block wise area details are given in the EMP Report.

4 New/Expansion/Modernization New

5 Existing Capacity/ Area etc. Existing Built up area of 12684 Sq.m will be retained as it is.

6 Category of Project i.e. ‘A’ or ‘B’ Category B2

7 Dose it attract the general condition?

If yes, please specify.

No

8 Dose it attract the specific condition?

If yes, please specify.

No

9 Location

Plot/survey/ Khasra. No Survey Nos. 531/1, 532 & 533, (New TS Nos. 25, 24, 23/1A & 23/1B)

Village Telungupalayam (Komarapalayam Village)

Tehsil Coimbatore South Taluk

District Coimbatore District

State Tamilnadu

10 Nearest railway station/airport along with distance in Km.

Railway Station

Coimbatore North Junction – 5 km (aerial)

Airport

 

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Coimbatore International Airport – 14.0 km (aerial)

11 Nearest town, city, district headquarters along with distance in Km.

Coimbatore – 3.5 Km

12 Village panchayats, Zilla parished, municipal corporation, local body(complete postal address with telephone nos. to be given)

13 Name of the applicant P.K. Ragukumar - Business Associate

14 Registered address D.S. Kulkarni Developers Ltd,

DSK House – 1187/60, J.M. Road, Shivaji Nagar, Pune – 411 005.

15 Address for correspondence

Name P.K. Ragukumar

Designation (Owner/Partner/CEO) Business Associate

Address D.S. Kulkarni Developers Ltd, Gayathri, III Floor, 3, Dr. Nedunchezhian Road, Chennai – 600 090.

Pin Code 600 090.

E-Mail [email protected]

[email protected]

Telephone No +91-9840488399

Fax No -

16 Details of Alternative Sites Examined, if any, location of these sites should be shown on a topo sheet.

No alternative sites examined

17 Interlinked Projects Nil

18 Whether separate application of interlinked project has been submitted?

Not Applicable

19 If yes, date of submission Not Applicable

20 If no, reason Not Applicable

 

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21 Whether the proposal involves approval / Clearance under the following acts: if yes, details of the same and their status to be given.

(a)The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980?

(b)The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972?

(c)The C.R.Z Notification, 1991?

Does not warrant Clearance under any of

the Acts specified

22 Whether there is any government order/ Police relevant/ relating to the site?

No

23 Forest land involved (hectares) Nil

24 Whether there is any litigation pending

against the land/ or land in which the

Project is proposed to be set up?

(a) Name of the Court (b) Case No. (c) Order/ directions of the Court, if any And its relevance with the proposed

Project

Nil

(II) Activity

1. Construction, operation or decommissioning of the Project involving actions, which will cause physical changes in the locality (topography, land use, changes in water bodies, etc.)

S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No

Details thereof with approximate quantities / rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

1.1 Permanent or temporary change in land use, land cover or topography including increase intensity of land use (with respect to local land use plan)

No There will not be any change in the land use, land cover or topography as the area is already categorized as Commercial area and construction will be done in the vacant land.

1.2 Clearance of existing land, vegetation and Buildings?

Yes There are few nos. of coconut trees which has to be removed and alternate plantation will be done as a part of greenbelt development. In an area of 1.4 Ha is earmarked for greenbelt development. No major clearance activities will

 

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take place. Only minor activities will be carried out to clear shrubs and weeds. Existing building with built up area of 12684 Sq.m will be retained as it is.

1.3 Creation of new land uses?

No Land use of the proposed site comes under Commercial Zone and commercial activity is permitted at the proposed site as per the regulations of Local Planning Authority.

1.4 Pre-construction investigations e.g. Bore Houses, Soil testing?

Yes Geo technical investigation has been done to find the suitability of soil for providing adequate foundations for the proposed structures and the copy of the report is given in Annexure 5

1.5 Construction works?

Yes Construction of various buildings will be done systematically, with economy of materials and with due care on environmental protection

1.6 Demolition works? No No demolition works will be carried out as the land is vacant

1.7 Temporary sites used for construction works or housing of construction workers?

Yes Inside the proposed site, a small area will be utilized temporarily for construction of sheds for the workers and materials. Water supply and sanitation facilities will be provided for them. Mostly workers will be deployed from local area only

1.8 Above ground buildings, structures or earthworks including linear structures, cut and fill or excavations

Yes Excavation works will be carried out for foundation of the structures. Later on, the site will be leveled. Thus the cut and fill process will be required to the minimum extent

1.9 Underground works mining or tunneling?

No No underground works will be required as the proposed project is the construction of commercial buildings

1.10 Reclamation works? No Only leveling of ground if required 1.11 Dredging? No No need for dredging 1.12 Off shore structures? No Not required 1.13 Production and manufacturing

processes? No It’s a construction project. Hence not

applicable 1.14 Facilities for storage of goods or

materials?

Yes Temporary sheds will be constructed for the storage of cement, sand and other materials during construction phase

 

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1.15 Facilities for treatment or disposal of solid waste or liquid effluents?

Yes Estimated sewage generated shall be about 188 KLD which shall be treated through STP designed for 200 KLD capacity. The treated water from the STP of quantity 188 KLD shall be reused for gardening (4.8 KLD), Flushing (67 KLD) and remaining 116.2 KLD will be sent to existing Municipal Sewer line.

The inorganic waste shall be stored in sealed

bags and sold to vendors.

The organic waste/Biodegradable waste

generated will be disposed through

Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

1.16 Facilities for long term housing of

operational workers? No There is no residential facility for operational

workers.

1.17 New road, rail or sea traffic during Construction or operation?

No Existing public transportation infrastructure shall be made use off during construction and operational phase.

1.18 New road, rail, air, waterborne or other transport infrastructure including new or altered routes and stations, ports, airports etc?

No Existing roads, rail and Airport transport infrastructure would be adequate

1.19 Closure or diversion of existing transport routes or infrastructure leading to changes in Traffic movements?

No As construction works will be within a specified area, there is no need for closure or diversion of existing transport routes

1.20 New or diverted transmission lines or pipelines?

No Existing Transmission lines or pipe lines will be used without any diversion

1.21 Impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers?

No There will be no Impoundment, damming, culverting, realignment or other changes to the hydrology of watercourses or aquifers

1.22 Stream crossings? No No Stream crossings 1.23 Abstraction or transfers of water form

ground or surface waters? No The total fresh water requirement of 201 KLD

will be sourced through Siruvani water supply scheme by Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

1.24 Changes in water bodies or land surface affecting drainage or runoff?

No There shall be no change in water bodies or the land surface

 

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1.25

Transport of personnel or materials for construction, operation or decommissioning?

Yes Transportation of personnel or construction materials during construction phase will be through existing roads only

1.26 Long-term dismantling or

decommissioning or restoration works?

No No long term works involved in the proposed activity

1.27 Ongoing activity during decommissioning which could have an impact on the environment?

No Only temporary sheds will be built for storing cement and other materials. So there will be no decommissioning works

1.28 Influx of people to an area either temporarily or permanently?

Yes During construction period few workers will be stationed temporarily and others will be deployed locally

1.29 Introduction of alien species? No No such alien species are envisaged 1.30 Loss of native species or genetic

diversity? No No loss of native species will occur as the site

is plain 1.31 Any other actions? No Only eco-friendly activities like tree plantation

will be undertaken

2. Use of Natural resources for construction or operation of the Project (such as land, water, materials or energy, especially any resources which are non-renewable or in short supply)

S. No. Information/checklist confirmation Yes/No Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

2.1 Land especially undeveloped or agricultural land (ha)

No Undeveloped land devoid of any vegetation

2.2 Water (expected source & competing users) Unit: KLD

Yes Water requirement during Construction

Phase shall be 50 KLD which shall be

sourced through Siruvani water supply and /

tanker water.

The quantity of fresh water required during operation will be 134 KLD. Please refer the water balance chart given in Conceptual Plan

2.3 Minerals (MT) No Since the proposed project is the construction of Commercial buildings there will be no usage of minerals

 

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3. Use, storage, transport, handling or production of substances or materials, which could be harmful to human health or the environment or raise concerns about actual or perceived risks to human health.

S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

3.1 Use of substances or materials, which are hazardous (as per MSIHC rules) to human health or the environment (flora, fauna, and water supplies)

No No such materials will be required

3.2 Changes in occurrence of disease or affect disease vectors (e.g. insect or water borne diseases)

No There will not be any occurrence of diseases as activities are confined to construction

3.3

Affect the welfare of people e.g. by changing living conditions?

No -

2.4 Construction material - stone, aggregates, and / soil (expected source - MT)

Yes Material Description

Units of Measurement

Approx Qty

Cement MT 6000

Steel MT 1200

40 mm BM Cum 4000

20 mm BM Cum 16000

Sand Cum 10000

Bricks Nos 1.0 Crore

2.5 Forests and timber (Source - MT) No Usage of timber will be minimal

2.6 Energy including electricity and fuels

(source, competing users) Unit: fuel (MT), energy (MW)

Yes Electricity will be availed from Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Limited (TANGEDCO). Total Electric load for the proposed project is 2000 KVA. 1 X 320 KVA and 2 X 250 KVA DG Sets will be used as backup power.

2.7 Any other natural resources (use appropriate standard units)

No There is no need for other natural resources

 

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3.4 Vulnerable groups of people who could be affected by the project e.g. hospital patients, children, the elderly etc.

No There is no vulnerable group of people who could be affected by the project

3.5 Any other causes No Nil 4. Production of solid wastes during construction or operation or decommissioning (MT/month)

S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

4.1 Spoil, overburden or mine wastes No No Spoil, overburden or mine wastes

4.2 Municipal waste (domestic and or commercial wastes)

Yes The quantity of municipal solid waste generated from the proposed buildings will be 243.3 Kg/day.

The inorganic waste shall be stored in

sealed bags and sold to vendors. The

organic waste/Biodegradable waste

generated will be disposed through

Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

4.3 Hazardous wastes(as per Hazardous Waste Management Rules)

No No hazardous Wastes shall be generated

4.4 Other industrial process wastes No Not envisaged 4.5 Surplus product No Not applicable since this is construction

project 4.6 Sewage sludge or other sludge from

effluent treatment No

Sewage will be treated in sewage treatment plant and the sludge will be used as bio-manure for greenbelt development

4.7 Construction or demolition wastes No Construction and demolition waste will be used in land filling in the low lying areas

4.8 Redundant machinery or equipment No Most of the equipments used during construction phase will be hired

4.9 Contaminated soils or other materials No There is no source for contamination of soils or other materials

4.10 Agricultural wastes No Does not arise 4.11 Other solid wastes No No such waste

 

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5. Release of pollutants or any hazardous, toxic or noxious substances to air (Kg/hr)

S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

5.1 Emissions from combustion of fossil fuelsfrom stationary or mobile sources

Yes The gaseous emissions are expected from transport vehicles moving inside the project site. This will be minimized/ eliminated by slow movement of vehicles, hiring well maintained vehicles, planting trees and spraying water periodically. The emissions are expected from Diesel Generator during operation phase. The DG stack is placed at sufficient height for safe emission of the flue gases and with acoustic enclosure with AMF Panel for noise control as per CPCB norms

5.2 Emissions from production processes No Does not arise since the proposed project is a construction of Residential Apartments.

5.3 Emissions from materials handlingstorage or transport

Yes Emissions like dust will arise during the transportation of materials and the dust will be controlled by slow movement of vehicles, covering the materials properly and by water spraying

5.4 Emissions from construction activities including plant and equipment

No Maximum construction works will be done with well maintained equipments

5.5 Dust or odours from handling ofmaterials including constructionmaterials, sewage and waste

Yes Dust emission will be arrested by water spraying and covering the stored materials with tarpaulin cover.

Septic tanks & soak pit will be provided for laborers during construction phase.

5.6 Emissions from incineration of waste No There are no incineration activities

5.7 Emissions from burning of waste in open

air e.g. slash materials, constructiondebris)

No No such activities will be permitted

 

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5.8 Emissions from any other sources No No emissions from any other sources

6. Generation of Noise, Vibration and Emissions of Light & Heat

S. No.

Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/No

Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data with source of information data

6.1 From operation of equipment e.g.,engines, ventilation plant, crushers

Yes Readymade concrete will be used at site. In case of any usage of machinery/ equipment, then they will be properly covered and workers will be given ear plugs in noisy area.

Acoustic enclosures will be provided for the D.G. set

6.2 From industrial or similar processes No Not Applicable

6.3 From construction or demolition Yes Noise levels in the range of 75-85 dB (A) will be generated occasionally during the construction activities. Workers in the noisy areas will be provided with earmuffs and earplugs

6.4 From blasting or piling No Not applicable.

6.5 From construction or operational traffic Yes During construction phase construction materials will be transported by road, through well maintained vehicles to control noise, vibration and emissions. During operational phase traffic noise and emissions will be increased slightly that will be minimized by paving roads with asphalt/concrete, well maintained vehicles, slow movement of vehicles and by planting trees.

6.6 From lighting or cooling systems No Adequate enclosures, tree plantations will be provided

 

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6.7 From any other sources No Not Applicable

7. Risks of contamination of land or water from releases of pollutants into the ground or into sewers, surface waters, groundwater, coastal waters or the sea

S. No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No

Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

7.1 From handling, storage, use or spillage ofhazardous materials

No There will be no handling of hazardous materials

7.2 From discharge of sewage or othereffluents to water or the land (expectedmode and place of discharge)

No An STP of capacity 200 KLD shall be designed to treat sewage of 188 KLD, which shall be treated through STP designed for 200 KLD capacity. The treated water from the STP of quantity 188 KLD shall be reused for gardening (4.8 KLD), Flushing (67 KLD) and remaining 116.2 KLD will be sent to existing Municipal Sewer line.

7.3 By deposition of pollutants emitted to airinto the land and into water

No Negligible

7.4 From any other sources No No other polluting sources exist.

7.5 Is there a risk of long term build up ofpollutants in the environment from thesesources?

No There will not be any long term build up of pollutants in the environment from these sources.

8. Risk of accidents during construction or operation of the Project, which could affect human health or the environment

S.No. Information/Checklist confirmation Yes/ No

Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

8.1 From explosions, spillages, fires etc fromstorage, handling, use or production ofhazardous substances

No No hazardous substances will be required either during construction or operation phases

However adequate safety measures to mitigate all risks anticipated out of fire in

 

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diesel will be taken care off by installing suitable fire fighting system

8.2 From any other causes No No risks from any other sources

8.3 Could the project be affected by naturaldisasters causing environmental damage(e.g. floods, earthquakes, landslides,cloudburst etc)?

No The area under study falls in Zone-III according to the Indian Standard Seismic Zoning Map. The structure was designed to be earthquake resistant. The proposed project will not be affected by natural disasters causing environmental damage.

9. Factors which should be considered (such as consequential development) which could lead to environmental effects or the potential for cumulative impacts with other existing or planned activities in the locality

S. No.

Information/Checklist confirmation

Yes/ No

Details there of (with approximate quantities/rates, wherever possible) with source of information data

9.1 Lead to development of supporting. Utilities, ancillary development or development stimulated by the project which could have impact on the environment e.g. Supporting infrastructure (roads, power supply, waste or waste water treatment, etc.) Housing development

Extractive industry Supply industry

Yes

Yes

No

No

Supporting and ancillary development will take place which in turn will improve environment (e.g.,) Plantation of trees, rainwater harvesting, Storm water drains etc.,

Basic infrastructure will be developed in the proposed area.

Commercial Building will be constructed

No Extraction No Industrial activity

9.2 Lead to after-use of the site, which could have an impact on the environment

No No impact will be seen due to the proposed activity

9.3 Set a precedent for later developments No No impact is seen for later development 9.4 Have cumulative effects due to proximity

to other existing or planned projects with similar effects

No Does not arise

 

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(III) Environmental Sensitivity

S. No. Areas Name/ Identit

y

Aerial distance (within 15km.)

1 Areas protected under international conventions, national or local legislation for their ecological, landscape, cultural or other related value

- -

2 Areas which important for are or sensitive Ecol logical reasons – Wetlands, watercourses or other water bodies, coastal zone, biospheres, mountains, forests

- -

3 Area used by protected, important or sensitive species of flora or fauna for breeding, nesting, foraging, resting, over wintering, migration

No -

4 Inland, coastal, marine or underground waters NO NO

5 State, National boundaries No No State, National boundaries

6 Routes or facilities used by the public for access to recreation or other tourist, pilgrim areas

No Not Applicable

7 Defense installations No Nil

8 Densely populated or built-up area Yes Coimbatore city is located at a distance of 3.5 km from the project site.

9 Area occupied by sensitive man-made land uses Hospitals, schools, places of worship, community facilities)

Yes Sri Vasavi Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School – 0.88 km Cherrann’s College – 1.0 km SBOA school – 1.8 km.

10 Areas containing important, high quality or scarce resources (ground water resources, surface resources, forestry, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, minerals)

No There is no high quality or scarce resources

11 Areas already subjected to pollution environmental damage. (those where existing legal environmental standards are exceeded)

No Not applicable

12 Areas susceptible to natural hazard which could cause the project to present environmental problems (earthquakes, subsidence, landslides, flooding erosion, or extreme or adverse climatic conditions)

No The area under study falls in Zone-III, according to the Indian Standard Seismic Zoning Map.

 

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“I hereby given undertaking that data and information given in the application and enclosures are true to

the best of the knowledge and belief and I am aware that if any part of the data and information

submitted is found to be false or misleading at any stage, the project will be rejected and clearance

given, if any to the project will be revoked at our risk and cost.”

Date:

Place: Chennai Signature of the applicant

Name

Designation

Address

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FORM 1A

 

S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data 

 

1.1 

 

Will the existing land use get significantly altered from the project that is not consistent with the surroundings? (Proposed land use must conform to the approved Master Plan / Development Plan of the area. Change of land use if any and the statutory approval from the competent authority are submitted). Attach Maps of (i) site location, (ii) surrounding features of the proposed site (within 500 meters) and (iii) the site (indicating levels & contours) to appropriate scales. If not available attach only conceptual plans. 

Proposed land use is consistent with the surroundings. The present land use of the project site is Residential Area as per the approved land use plan Authority. The project site is nearly level. The master plan showing all the features, land use, road connectivity are given in Environmental Management Plan. The contour map with toposheet showing surrounding features is given in Annexure-6 & 7 respectively. The conceptual plan of the project site is given in Annexure 1. 

 

1.2 

 

List out all the major project requirements in terms of the land area, built up area, water consumption, power requirement, connectivity, community facilities, parking needs etc. 

The major project requirements are given in detail in the Conceptual Plan. 

 

1.3 

 

What are the likely impacts of the proposed activity on the existing facilities adjacent to the proposed site? (Such as open spaces, community facilities, details of the existing land use, disturbance to the local ecology) 

The proposed project is the construction of Residential apartments. Necessary Mitigation Measures will be taken to reduce the impacts created due to the project during the Construction and Operation phase.

 

Proposed project will be provided with open space, provisions for parking which will be easier for the people to access. Greeneries will be developed for aesthetic appearance and also for sorption of pollutants. Adequate mitigation measures will be adapted to reduce the negative impacts. 

 

 

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S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data  

1.4 

 

Will there be any significant land disturbance resulting in erosion, subsidence & instability? (Details of soil type, slope analysis, vulnerability to subsidence, seismicity etc may be given). 

Vulnerability to subsidence and erosion will be less. The proposed site has good load bearing capacity. The site receives only moderate amount of rainfall. Trees, lawns and shrubs planted in and around the site and the runoff will be made to drain into the Storm Water Drains proposed all along the road side will help in reducing soil erosion. There will not be any instability.

The proposed site falls under Zone III of seismic zone classification. However the proposed building will be an earthquake resistant structure.

Geo technical investigation report is enclosed in the Annexure 5. 

 

1.5 

 

Will the proposal involve alteration of natural drainage systems? (Give details on a contour map showing the natural drainage near the proposed project site) 

The proposed site is almost a flat terrain and the storm water network has been planned inside the proposed project. Rain water will be collected during monsoon period through storm water drain and will be drained into storm water pit. There will not be any alteration of natural drainage system.

The Contour plan showing the natural drainage at the project site is attached as Annexure 6.  

 

1.6 

 

What are the quantities of earthwork involved in the construction activity cutting, filling, reclamation etc. (Give details of the quantities of earthwork involved, transport of fill materials from outside the site etc.) 

Excavated fertile topsoil during construction phase will be stored and used for leveling.

The lower strata earth excavated from pile foundation is either used for filling the plinths, road substructure and leveling. 

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1.7 

 

Give details regarding water supply, waste handling etc. during the construction period. 

The quantity of water required during construction phase will be 50 KLD which will be sourced through Siruvani water supply scheme from Coimbatore Municipal Corporation The concrete debris will be used for site grading and road filling. 

 

1.8 

 

Will the low lying areas & wetlands get altered? (Provide details of how low lying and wetlands are getting modified from the proposed activity) 

No, there is no low lying area or wetlands within the Project Site. 

 

S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data  

 

 

Whether construction debris & waste during construction cause health hazard? (Give quantities of various types of wastes generated during construction including the construction labour and the means of disposal) 

No, the waste does not contribute to any health hazards.

Construction Waste:

The construction debris such as the waste mortar and sand etc will be used in secondary concrete or in landscaping.

Mild Steel scrap, empty gunny bags, packing materials will be sold to vendors. 

 

2. Water Environment

 

S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data  

2.1  

Give the total quantity of water requirement for the proposed project with the breakup of requirements for various uses. How will the water requirement met? State the sources & quantities and furnish a water balance statement. 

During operation phase water requirement will be met by Siruvani water supply scheme from Coimbatore Municipal Corporation. The quantity of water required will be 201 KLD (Fresh water demand = 134 KLD and Recycled water = 7 1 . 8 KLD). The water balance diagram is given in the Conceptual Plan. 

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2.2 

 

What is the capacity (dependable flow or yield) of the proposed source of water? 

The quantity of water required during construction phase will be 50 KLD which will be met through authorized water supplier.

Total quantity of water required during the operation phase will be met through Siruvani Water supply scheme of Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

The quantity of fresh water required during operation phase will be 134 KLD. 

 

2.3 

 

What is the quality of water required, in case, the supply is not from a municipal source? (Provide physical, chemical, biological characteristics with class of water quality) 

Total quantity of water required during operation phase of the project will met through Siruvani Water supply scheme of Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

The quality of water will be as per IS 10500-1991 (Drinking water standard).  

 

2.4 

 

How much of the water requirement can be met from the recycling of treated wastewater? (Give the details of quantities, sources and usage) 

Quantity of wastewater likely to be generated from the proposed project will be treated through sewage treatment plant and the treated water will be used for green belt development (4.8 KLD), toilet flushing (67 KLD) and sent to Municipal sewer line (116.2 KLD). The water balance chart is given in the Conceptual Plan. 

 

2.5 

 

Will there be diversion of water from other users? (Please assess the impacts of the project on

other existing uses and quantities of consumption) 

There will be no diversion of water from other users 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data 

 

2.6 

 

What is the incremental pollution load from wastewater generated from the proposed activity? (Give details of the quantities and composition of wastewater generated from the proposed activity) 

No incremental pollution loads due to wastewater generation because it will be treated and then recycled. The quantity of recycled water used for gardening, flushing and remaining quantity to M u n i c i p a l sewer is shown in water balance chart  

 

2.7 

 

Give details of the water requirements met from water harvesting? Furnish details of the facilities created. 

Rainwater Harvesting System will be provided and the details are given in the Conceptual plan. 

 

2.8 

 

What would be the impact of the land use changes occurring due to the proposed project on the runoff characteristics (quantitative as well as qualitative) of the area in the post construction phase on a long term basis? Would it aggravate the problems of flooding or water logging in any way? 

Barren land will be used for the construction of buildings. The storm water drains and the rain water harvesting structures will be provided so that the rain water will be properly collected and utilized. So there will be no flooding and water logging in the area 

 

2.9 

 

What are the impacts of the proposal on the ground water? (Will there be tapping of ground water; give the details of ground water table, recharging capacity, and approvals obtained from

There is no ground water abstraction for the proposed project. The source of water for the project will be met from Municipal Corporation or authorized water supplier 

 

2.10 

 

What precautions/measures are taken to prevent the run-off from construction activities polluting land & aquifers? (Give details of quantities and the measures taken to avoid the adverse impacts) 

The runoff from the construction activities will be collected separately and will be treated and disposed to septic tanks 

 

2.11 

 

How is the storm water from within the site managed? (State the provisions made to avoid flooding of the area, details of the drainage facilities provided along with a site layout indication contour levels) 

The storm water during the operation phase will be collected through the collection trench placed around the site and flows into the filtration chamber where the sediments are filtered and the filtered water will be let into the Storm Water Drains. The excess storm water will be let out into nearby public storm water drain. 

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2.12 

 

Will the deployment of construction laborers particularly in the peak period lead to unsanitary conditions around the project site. Justify. 

Most of the laborers will be deployed locally and the adequate sanitary facilities will be provided for workers residing there temporarily. 

 

2.13 

 

 

What on-site facilities are provided for the collection, treatment & safe disposal of sewage? (Give details of the quantities of wastewater generation, treatment capacities with technology

& facilities for recycling and disposal) 

During construction phase, Septic tanks and sock pit will be provided to treat the sewage generated from construction laborer camp.

During operational phase, Sewage Treatment Plant with a capacity of 200KLD will be adequate to treat the sewage generated. The details of STP and the treatment process are detailed in EMP.  

 

 

S. No. 

 

Information  Details with source of Information data 

 

2.14 

 

Give details of dual plumbing system if treated waste is used for flushing of toilets or any other use 

The treated waste water will be pumped to separate storage tanks from where it will be re-lifted to flush water tanks. From there the treated wastewater will be supplied to Water Closet and Urinals through separate flushing down take pipes. Flushing lines (using recycled treated effluent) shall be painted with a suitable demarcating colour as per IS Codes to differentiate the pipeline for end usages. Thus dual plumbing system will be adopted. Drawing showing dual pumping system is given in Annexure – 1.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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3. Vegetation

S. No. 

Information  Details with source of Information data 

3.1  Is there any threat of the project to the biodiversity? (Give a description of the

local ecosystem with its unique features, if )

The project site is a barren land with minor vegetation. It is observed that there is no ecologically important species of flora & fauna in the local ecosystem of the project site. Thus, there will not be any threat to the biodiversity.

3.2  Will the Construction involve extensive clearing or modification of vegetation?

(provide a detailed account of the trees &

vegetation affected by the project)

There are few nos. of coconut trees which has to be removed and alternate plantation will be done as a part of greenbelt development. In an area of 1.4 Ha is earmarked for greenbelt development. No major clearance activities will take place. Only minor activities will be carried out to clear shrubs and weeds.

3.3  What are the measures proposed to be taken to minimize the likely impacts on

important site features (Give details of proposal for tree plantation, landscaping,

creation of water bodies etc along with a layout plan to an appropriate scale?) 

Green belt/Landscaping will be developed.  

 

4. Fauna

S. No.  Information  Details with source of Information data 4.1  Is there likely to be any displacement of fauna-

both terrestrial and aquatic or creation of barriers for their movement? Provide the details. 

The proposed activity is neither displacing any terrestrial or aquatic fauna. The land is not coming in the migration route or does not intercept any corridor of fauna movement 

4.2  Any direct or indirect impacts on the avifauna of the area? Provide details. 

No, any direct or indirect impact on the avifauna of the area will not be envisaged 

4.3  Prescribe measures such as corridors, fish ladders etc to mitigate adverse impacts on fauna

Not applicable 

 

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5. Air Environment

 

S. No. 

 

Information Details with source of Information data 

5.1 

 

Will the project increase atmospheric concentration of gases & result in heat islands? (Give details of background air quality levels with predicted values based on dispersion models taking into account the increased traffic generation as a result of the proposed constructions) 

Due to the operation of proposed construction, no significant increase in the load of atmospheric gases. DG set is the only possible source of emission. The emission will be dispersed with adequate height of stack.

The heat island effect will be minimized by green belt development, usage of high solar reflective roof coatings & shadings. 

 

5.2 

 

What are the impacts on generation of dust, smoke, odorous fumes or other hazardous gases? Give details in relation to all the meteorological parameters. 

Since this project is construction of residential building, there are no chances of generation of odorous fumes and hazardous gases except little amount of dust from construction & road activities which will be suppressed by sprinkling of water in the activity zone and insignificant level of smoke will arise from the construction equipment & vehicles which will be mitigated by proper maintenance.

During operational phase, the only point source of emission is operation of DG set which will be mitigated by adequate height of stack. Besides, the trees in the green belt development will help in the sorption and dispersion of gaseous pollutants.  

 

5.3 

 

Will the proposal create shortage of parking space for vehicles? Furnish details of the present level of transport infrastructure and measures proposed for improvement including the traffic management at the entry & exit to the project site 

Adequate parking facilities will be provided inside the site. The parking areas are shown in the site layout. The site is well connected to the existing road network and new wide approaches are feasible. This infrastructure does not cause any bottleneck. 

 

5.4 

 

Provide details of the movement patterns with internal roads, bicycle tracks, pedestrian pathways, footpaths etc., with areas under each category 

The whole area will be connected with well maintained internal roads and pedestrian pathways will be constructed. The roads are shown clearly in the site layout. 

 

 

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5.5 

 

Will there be significant increase in traffic noise & vibrations? Give details of the sources and the measures proposed for mitigation of the above 

The noise level inside the site will be increased slightly due to the movement of vehicles and from the machines used in construction activities. The noise level will be reduced by the slow movement of vehicles. Installation of speed humps will reduce the speed of the vehicles. Properly well maintained vehicles will be used to reduce the noise. Proper enclosures will be provided for D.G. sets.

 

5.6 

 

What will be the impact of DG sets & other equipment on noise levels & vibration in & ambient air quality around the project site? Provide details 

D.G. set will be placed in an acoustic enclosure. D.G. set will be placed on the Anti-Vibration Pad to minimize the vibration. The green belt development will also help in reducing noise levels in the site. 

6. Aesthetics

S. No.  Information  Details with source of Information data6.1  Will the proposed constructions in any way

result in the obstruction of a view, scenic amenity or landscapes? Are these considerations taken into account by the proponents? 

The proposed project will not affect obstruction of the

view, scenic amenity or landscapes and importantly there are no such activities around the project site. In fact this project will exhibit green belt development around the periphery of the project site.

6.2  Will there be any adverse impacts from

new constructions on the existing structures? What are the considerations taken into account? 

As the proposed project will be carried out within the

confined area there will not be any adverse impacts from new constructions on the existing structures. 

6.3  Whether there are any local considerations

of urban form & urban design influencing the design criteria? They may be explicitly spelt out. 

There exist no local considerations. 

6.4  Are there any anthropological or

archaeological sites or artifacts nearby? State if any other significant features in the vicinity of the proposed site have been considered. 

There are no anthropological, archaeological, artifact

sites nearby in the site area. 

 

 

 

 

 

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7. Socio-Economic Aspects

S. No.  Information Details with source of Information data7.1  Will the proposal result in any changes to the

demographic structure of local

l ti ? P id th d t il

Since the proposed project is construction of Residential

A t t th b l ill t b tt 7.2  Give details of the existing social infrastructure around the proposed project. 

The people living in the vicinity of the project areas have been employed. Primary, secondary schools and

7.3  Will the project cause adverse effects on local communities, disturbance to sacred

sites or other cultural values? What are the safeguards proposed? 

No, the proposed project will not cause any disturbance to the local communities. There are no sacred sites or cultural values nearby. 

8. Building Materials

S. No.  Information  Details with source of Information data 

8.1  May involve the use of building materials with high-embodied energy.Are the construction materials produced with energy efficient processes? (Give details of energy conservation measures in the selection of building materials and their energy efficiency) 

Standard list of building materials will be used and their use is inevitable. Some of them have high embodied energy like cement, steel, etc., however it will be seen that cement will have ingredients of pozolonic ash, steel will have some percent as scrap raw material recycled. Selection of energy efficient material in the proposed project wherever feasible has been considered.

Efforts have been taken to minimize the use of virgin wood and Building materials with high embodied energy, to the possible extent materials with high recycle content are proposed to be used in the project. Also the regionally available materials (Within 250 miles radius from the project site) are given priority. 

8.2  Transport and handling of materials during

construction may result in pollution, noise & public nuisance. What measures are taken to minimize the impacts? 

 Use of well maintained vehicles for construction activities . Vehicles carrying construction materials should be properly covered.

 Equipment like earmuffs, earplugs etc., will be used for hearing protection for workers.

 Cover piles of building materials like cement, sand and other materials.

 Limitation of vehicle speeds  Control dust through fine water sprays 

 

 

 

 

 

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S. No.  Information  Details with source of Information data 

8.3  Are recycled materials used in roads and

structures? State the extent of savings achieved? 

  Excavated top soil will be used for green expanses in the site.

   Lower soil will be used for landscaping and in playgrounds.

  Broken concrete will be used for erosion control. 

8.4  Give details of the methods of collection, segregation & disposal of the garbage generated during the operation phases of the project. 

The method of collection, segregation & disposal of the garbage generated during the operation phases is detailed in the Conceptual Plan. 

9. Energy Conservation

 

S.No. 

 

Information Details with source of Information data 

9.1 

 

Give details of the power requirements, source of supply, backup source etc. What is the energy consumption assumed per square foot of built-up area? How have you tried to minimize energy consumption? 

Electricity will be availed from Tamil Nadu Generationand Distribution Corporation Limited (TANGEDCO).

Total Electric load for the proposed project is 2000 KVA. 1 X 320 KVA and 2 X 250 KVA DG Sets will be used as backup power. Proposed energy consumption reduction techniques:  All the electrical appliances proposed to be used in

the campus will be highly efficient and to the possible extent energy star rated.

  Proposed to ensure proper utilization of daylight and control glass from windows.

  Lighting: Energy efficient internal and external lighting luminaries (as applicable) which are at least three star rated under BEE labelling Programme or luminaries which are more efficient will be installed. Lighting Power Density (LPD): Interior and exterior LPD (as applicable) which is 20% lower than baseline values will be maintained.

 Materials and Resources – use of materials that have high recycled content, use of materials regionally manufactured as much as possible, use of rapidly renewable materials instead of solid wood materials, recycling and reuse of construction debris to divert them from landfills and other measures to minimize virgin material exploitation and pollution while transportation of materials.  

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9.2 

 

What type of, and capacity of, power back- up you plan to provide? 

Total Electric load for the proposed project is 2000 KVA. 1 X 320 KVA and 2 X 250 KVA DG Sets will be used as backup power for power requirement during emergency conditions in operation phase of the proposed buildings. 

 

9.3 

 

What are the characteristics of the glass you plan to use? Provide specifications of its characteristics related to both short wave and long wave radiation 

The Glass Specification details are mentioned in EMP Report. 

 

9.4 

 

What passive solar architectural features are being used in the building? Illustrate the applications made in the proposed project. 

The details are given in EMP 

 

9.5 

 

Does the layout of streets & buildings maximize the potential for solar energy devices? Have you considered the use of street lighting, emergency lighting and solar hot water systems for use in the building

Solar Lights will be used to conserve energy. 

 

9.6 

 

Is shading effectively used to reduce cooling/heating loads? What principles have been used to maximize the shading of Walls on the East and the West and the Roof? How

Green belt with native trees will be developed on project which will enhance sun shine in the winter. Shading outside an AC unit will improve energy consumption in summer. During summer, shade trees

 

9.7 

 

Do the structures use energy-efficient space conditioning, lighting and mechanical systems? Provide technical details. Provide details of the transformers and motor efficiencies, lighting intensity and air-conditioning load assumptions? Are you using CFC and HCFC free

The details are given in EMP. 

 

9.8 

 

What are the likely effects of the building activity in altering the micro-climates? Provide a self-assessm ent on the likely impacts of the proposed construction on creation of heat island & inversion effects? 

    The air pollutants released into the atmosphere is insignificant and that too from the vehicles/equipments.

  Trees and bushes planted around the site helps in reducing the heat island effect by reducing ambient air temperature through evapo transpiration.

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9.9 

 

What are the thermal characteristics of the building envelope? (a) roof; (b) external walls; and (c) fenestration? Give details of the material used and the U-values or the R-

The details are given in EMP 

 

9.10 

 

What precautions & safety measures are proposed against fire hazards? Furnish details of emergency plans 

The fire fighting system, Emergency evacuation plan and mock drills at regular interval will be prepared for the proposed buildings and it is detailed in Conceptual Plan. 

 

9.11 

 

If you are using glass as wall material provides details and specifications including

i i it d th l h t i ti

The details are given in EMP 

 

 

 

9.12 

 

What is the rate of air infiltration into the building? Provide details of how you are mitigating the effects of infiltration. 

This is a construction project with no significant pressure difference inside and outside of the building. Controlling infiltration is one of the measures to conserve energy. Infiltration will be reduced by sealing cracks and gaps and by properly placed plants near the buildings.

Care will be taken that the buildings will not be built “too tight” since there is a risk of developing odors, moisture and other contaminants.

Better Indoor air quality and environment for the occupants will be provided by incorporating Superior fresh air in the air conditioning systems, better filtration, use of low VOC (volatile organic compounds) materials such as paints, adhesives, carpet, composite wood materials, excellent day lighting and views for the occupants thereby ensuring better indoor air quality and environment for the occupants. 

 

9.13 

 

To what extent the non-conventional energy technologies are utilized in the overall energy consumption? Provide

f

The solar lighting will be provided and percentage using non-conventional energy technologies is computed to be 4.1% 

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10. Environmental Management Plan

S. No.  Information  Details with source of Information

10.1  Environmental Management Plan would consist of all

mitigation measures pertaining to the anticipated impacts raised due to the various activities related to the project during Construction and Operation phase. Along with that Environmental Monitoring Plan will be proposed in such a way to monitor the impacts during operation phase for the entire period 

Please Refer EMP Report. 

 

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1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction

D S Kulkarani Developers Ltd (DSKDL) in association with Ms. M. Seetha & Others have

proposed construction of Residential Apartments with 4 Blocks (A – D, each Silt + 4 Floors) covering

total built up area of 29535.75 Sq.m at old Survey Nos. 531/1, 532 & 533 (New TS Nos. 25, 24, 23/1A

& 23/1B), Telungupalayam (Komarapalayam Village), Coimbatore South Taluk, Coimbatore District,

TamilNadu.

The project is envisaged as a joint venture development between D S Kulkarani Developers Ltd

(DSKDL) and Mrs. M. Seetha, wife of Mr. Kovai Thambi and her family members namely Mr. Ko.

Mohandurai (Son of Mr. Kovai Thambi), Master Sumanth (Son of Mr. Mohandurai), Master Sachin (Son

of Mr. Mohandurai).

There is an existing commercial block in survey no 532 with built-up area of 12684 Sq.m within

the project site, which will be retained.

Since the proposed activity constitutes construction of buildings, it requires Environmental

Clearance from State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) under sector 8(a) of EIA

Notification 2006.

Building and Construction projects covering an area built-up area less than 1,50,000 sq.mtrs. shall be

appraised as Category B2. As per screening of EIA in accordance with Ministry of Environment &

Forest (MoEF) guidelines, Conceptual Plan is prepared in order to describe the project activity and

Environmental Impacts.

The Project Proponent has appointed M/s. Environment & Power Technologies Private

Limited, Banglore (serial No. 52) accreditated by National Accreditation Board for Education and

Training (NABET) - Quality Council of India (QCI), New Delhi through local advisor M/s. Aqua Care

Engineers, Chennai to formulate Environmental Management Plan during Construction & Operational

Phases to mitigate any adverse impacts to the Environment.

The Conceptual Plan describes all the details of the project and its specific activities that will be

considered for investigation of the significant adverse impacts. The report also provides specific

measures that will be put to practice to minimize the impacts on the Environment.

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1.2 Location.

The proposed construction of Residential Apartment will be at survey Nos. 531/1, 532 & 533,

Komarapalayam Village, Coimbatore South Taluk, Coimbatore District, TamilNadu which is located in

10°59’29.60”N and 76055’33.82”E Longitudes and falls under Survey of India Toposheet No. – 58B/13.

The location of the project site covering 5 km radius is shown in Annexure –7 and the Environmental

setting of the project site is presented in the Table 1.1.

Table 1.1 - Environmental Setting of the Project Site

S. No. Particulars Details

1 Site Latitude and Longitude 10°59’ 29.60”N and 76055’33.82”E

3 Present Land use Residential

4 Nearest Bus Stop Perur Bus Stop – 2.15 km

6 Nearest railway station Coimbatore North Junction – 5 km (aerial)

7 Nearest airport Coimbatore International Airport – 14.0 km (aerial)

8 Nearest town/ city Coimbatore – 3.5 Km

9 Hills/ valleys Nil

10 Topography Plain

11 Archaeologically important places Nil in 15 Km radius

12 National parks/ Wildlife Sanctuaries Nil in 15 km radius

13 Reservoir/Lake Narsampathi Lake – 1.18 km Krishnampathi Lake – 1.5 km Selvampathy Lake – 1.15 km Kumaraswamy Lake – 2.0 km

14 Reserved/ Protected Forests Nil within 5 km radius

15 Seismicity Seismic zone III

16 Defense Installations Nil

1.3 Site Connectivity

The project site is well connected by road, rail and air port and located in Telungu Palayam road, which

is connecting to Perur main road at a distance of 1.00 km. Figure showing the local connectivity to the

project site in the nearby region is given in the Figure 1.2.

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Figure 1.1 - Map showing the site connectivity of the Project Site

1.4 Project Description

D S Kulkarani Developers Ltd (DSKDL) has proposed the construction of Residential Apartments with

total built up area of 29535.75 Sq.m. at Survey No. 531/1, 532 & 533, (New TS Nos. 25, 24, 23/1A &

23/1B), Telungupalayam (Komarapalayam Village), Coimbatore South Taluk, Coimbatore District,

TamilNadu. A total of 284 dwelling units in 4 Blocks (A- D) have been proposed with a construction of

Silt Floor + Four Floors in each block.

There is an existing building in survey no 532 with built-up area of 12684 Sq.m within the project site,

which will be retained.

Summary of the project site and break up details of the land area is detailed below in Table 1.2 &

Table 1.3 and the Floor wise details are given in Table 1.4.

The Layout plan showing building plan, location of STP, Dual Pumping system, rainwater harvesting

system and greenbelt development plan of the proposed project are given in the Annexure 1.

Project Site 

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Table 1.2 – Summary of the project site details

Description Area in Sq.m. Total Land area 12909.93

Ground / Stilt floor area 5945.74 OSR area 1291.00 Green belt 1598.00 Utility Area 1320.38

Roads, Pathways and others 2754.81

Table 1.3 Break up details for Built-up area

S. No

Built-up Area in Sq.m

FSI Area Non-FSI Area

Spaces excluded from FSI & Coverage

Computation

Total Built up Area

1 Block A Silt Floor _ 427.47 43.49 470.96

2 First Floor 466.03 _ 466.03

3 Second Floor

466.03 _ 466.03

4 Third Floor 466.03 _ 466.03

5 Fourth Floor

466.03 _ 466.03

6 Block B Silt Floor _ 2110.85 88.17 2199.02 7 First Floor 2078.56 _ 2078.56

8 Second Floor

2078.56 _ 2078.56

9 Third Floor 2078.56 _ 2078.56

10 Fourth Floor

2078.56 _ 2078.56

11 Block C Silt Floor _ 844.95 40.34 885.29 First Floor 732 _ 732

Second Floor

732 _ 732

Third Floor 732 _ 732

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Fourth Floor

732 _ 732

Block D Silt Floor _ 2030.29 17.82 2048.11 First Floor 2279.24 _ 2279.24 Second

Floor 2279.24 _ 2279.24

Third Floor 2279.24 _ 2279.24 12 Fourth

Floor 2279.24 _ 2279.24

Existing Building

and Propose

d commer

cial block

Silt Floor _ 522.1 55 577.1 First Floor 481.64 _ 481.64 Second

Floor 303.59 _ 303.59

Third Floor 201.1 _ 201.1 Fourth

Floor 145.62 _ 145.62

Total 23355.27 5935.66 244.82 29535.75

Table 1.4 - Block wise details

Description Details

No. of Blocks 4 Nos. (A to D) + 1 Existing Building with

Proposed Commercial Block.

No. of Floors Each Block having Silt Floor + 4 Floors (1st to 4th)

No. of Dwelling Units 284

Height of the Building 14.94 M

1.5 Population Details

The total manpower requirement during the construction phase will be around 200 Nos. and the

expected population during the operational phase of the proposed residential apartments are given

below in Table 1.5.

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Table 1.5 -Expected Population Details during Operational Phase of the proposed

development

S.No Description No. of

Dwelling Unit

No. of

Persons/Unit

Total No. of

Persons

1 Block – A

3 BHK 16 5 80

2 Block – B

2 BHK` 104 5 520

3 Block – C

2 BHK 56 5 280

4 Block D

3 BHK 16 5 80

2 BHK 92 5 460

Total Population 1420

5 Visitors (5%) & Workers (5%) - - 142

6 Commercial Block - - 50

1612

1.6 Project Cost

The expected project cost for the proposed Residential Apartments is estimated to be around Rs.

45 Crores.

1.7 Construction Materials

Quantity of construction materials required for the proposed construction is given below in Table

1.6.

Table 1.6 Quantity of Construction Materials Required

Material Description Units of Measurement Approx Qty

Cement MT 6000

Steel MT 1200

40 mm BM Cum 4000

20 mm BM Cum 16000

Sand Cum 10000

Bricks Nos 1.0 Crore

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1.8 Water Requirement

Water requirement during Construction Phase shall be 50 KLD which shall be sourced through

Siruvani water supply sheme from Coimbatore Municipal Corporation.

Total water requirement during Operation Phase shall be 201 KLD and the estimated sewage

generated shall be about 188 KLD which shall be treated through STP designed for 200 KLD capacity.

The treated water from the STP of quantity 188 KLD shall be reused for gardening (4.8 KLD), Flushing

(67 KLD) and remaining 116.2 KLD will be sent to existing Municipal Sewer line. Thus the fresh water

of 134 KLD shall be sourced through Coimbatore corporation water supply (Siruvani water supply).

The breakup of water demand estimation during operational phase is given in Table 1.7 below. The

Water balance Diagram is given below in Figure 1.2.

Table 1.7 Details of Water Requirement Calculation

S.No Description Total no. of

Persons

Water demand per person/day

Break up of demand per person per day in

Litres

Domestic water

Demand in Litres per

day

Flushing Demand in Litres per

day. Domestic

use Flushing

use

1 Block A to D 1420 135 90 45 127800 63900

2 Commercial Block

50 135 90 45 4500 2250

3 Floating population

142 15 10 5 1420 710

Total 1572 133720 66860

134 KLD 67 KLD Total Requirement = 201 KLD

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Figure 1.2 Water Balance Chart

1.9 Sewage Generation

An STP of capacity 201 KLD shall be designed to treat sewage of 188 KLD, which shall be

treated through STP designed for 200 KLD capacity. The treated water from the STP of quantity 188

KLD shall be reused for gardening (4.8 KLD), Flushing (67 KLD) and remaining 116.2 KLD will be sent

Fresh Water Requirement

134 KLD

Domestic Water

Requirement

Toilet

Flushing

Sewage Generation 188 KLD

STP of capacity 200 KLD

Gardening

134  KLD  Nil

4.8 KLD 

Nil 

67 KLD

67 KLD 

121 KLD 

116.2 KLD 

Sent to Municipal   

Sewer Line 

Total Water Requirement – 201.0 KLD  Recycle Water – 71.8 KLD  Disposed through Municipal Sewer line – 116.2 KLD  

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to existing Municipal Sewer line. The treatment scheme shall be designed to deliver the treated water

quality norms stipulated by Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB).

The STP shall be designed to ensure that treated sewage parameters are well below/within

permissible limits, even under varying quantity and quality conditions and the designed system shall be

capable of withstanding shock loads.

The treatment plant is based on the aerobic “Moving Bed Bio Reactor” system. The grey water

collected through piping network is pumped to the raw sullage Collection / Equalization Tank through

Bar Screen.

The equalization tank has suitable retention time to take care of peak flows. Coarse Bubble

Aeration Grid provided in Equalization Tank, to prevent the settling of solids. The homogenized sewage

is transferred at constant rate to the Aeration tank using submersible sewage pumps.

In Aeration tank, biomass media provided for maintaining the required volume of microbes. The

microbes (MLSS > 8000) attached on the media surface and move along with water. The Moving/

Fluidized state maintained by diffused aeration. The excess biomass growth on media shall get

separated in the following Secondary Settling tank. The Aeration tank have a min. retention time of 6

hours and provided with air grid to maintain the required Dissolved Oxygen levels of 2 mg/lit. The

Settling tank has tube packs to provide the larger surface area for the effective solid liquid separation.

The over flow from the settling tank shall be collected in clarified effluent tank.

The Bio Sludge collected in the bottom of the settling tank is transferred through sludge pump

to the Filter Press and dewatered sludge is disposed to municipal wastes.

The clarified effluent is disinfected by dosing hypo and further polished by filtering through PSF

and ACF for removal of trace suspended impurities. The Filtration process helps to reuse the treated

effluent for Gardening and Flushing.

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The Filtered treated effluent of quantity 67 KLD will be disinfected by UV and reused suitably

for gardening and flushing requirements and remaining 116.2 KLD will be sent to existing Municipal

Sewer line. The influent and effluent characteristics are given in the Table 1.8.The process flow

diagram is shown below in Figure 1.3 below.

The STP comprises the following:

Screening

Equalization

Aeration tank (MBBR)

Settling tank

Disinfection (by hypo)

Sludge Handling

The design details and Layout of STP is enclosed in Annexure – 3.

Table 1.8 Sewage Characteristics

Parameter Influent Treated Sewage after filtration

pH 6.5 – 8.0 6.5-7.5

S.S 200 mg/l <5 mg/l

B.O.D5 300 mg/l <20 mg/l

Total Coliform, MPN/100ml - <500

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RAW SEWAGE 

BAR SCREEN

COLLECTION TANK

AERATION TANK WITH

MOVING BED BIO MEDIA

SETTLING TANK WITH

TUBE PACKS

CLARIFIED WATER TANK

Pressure Sand Filter

SLUDGE

TRANSFER

PUMPS

AIR BLOWERS

TREATED SEWAGE TANK

FILTER PRESS

Activated Carbon Filter

Hypo – Dosing

UV

67 KLD for Reuse in Toilet Flushing and

Gardening

116.2 KLD will be

sent to Municipal

Sewer line.

CAKE FOR

DISPOSAL

Figure 1.3 STP - Process

Flow Diagram

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Design Calculation unit value Size provided

Flow KLD 200 BOD mg/l 350

Eq tank Detention hr 6 Volume KL 50 Air required Cum/min/cum 0.012 Air blower capacity cum/hr 36

Aeration tank BOD load kg/d 70 Detention time Hr 6 Volume of tank KL 50 NO. Of compartments NO. 2 Liquid depth M 3 plan area per compartment sqm 8.33 Assume width M 2 Length M 4.17

Provide M 2 No. 4.2*2*3+0.5

MBBR media BOD loading for media g/sqm/d 7 Surface area of media sqm/cum 500 Volume of media cum 20 Volume of meida per compartment cum 10 Media fraction 0.4

Blower Oxygen required per kg BOD kg/kg 2 Oxygen required per day kg/d 140 Oxygen required per hour kg/hr 5.83 Oxygen weight fraction No. 0.21 Air density kg/cum 1.2 Transfer efficiency % 10 Blower efficiency % 80 Air required cum/hr 289.4 No. Of blowers 2 Capacity per blower cum/hr/unit 144.7

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Air required for mixing cum/min/cum 0.096 >0.012

Provide 2 [email protected]

Settling tank with tube deck No. 2 Loading rate cum/d/sqm 60 surface area sqm 3.33 Surcafe are per unit sqm 1.67 side of square m 1.29 Side water depth m 1.5 Hopper slope deg 60

Provide 2 no. 2 *1 *1.5 SWD+60deg hopper

Excess Sludge generated I % 0.25 – 0.35

kg/kg BOD Load 20 kg/day (dry basis)

Ref: GOI Manual for STP, page No - 234 and clause – 13.4.7

Pressure filter NO. 1 Specific laoding rate cum/hr/sqm 12 surface area sqm 0.83 Dia of vessel m 1.03 HOS m 1.4 MOC MSEP Provide 1.1 dia *1.4

Carbon filter NO. 1 Specific laoding rate cum/hr/sqm 15 surface area sqm 0.67 Dia of vessel m 0.92 HOS m 1.6 MSEP MSEP

Provide 1.0 dia *1.6

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1.10 Solid Waste Generation, Collection, Transport and Disposal

The quantity of solid waste generated from the proposed Residential Apartments is estimated to be

243.3 Kg/day.

Table 1.9 Solid Waste Generation

Population Organic (kg/d)

Inorganic (kg/d)

Total (kg/d)

Generation rate

1622 98 145.3 243.3 0.15kg/c/d

The inorganic waste shall be stored in sealed bags and sold to vendors.

The organic waste/Biodegradable waste generated will be disposed through Coimbatore

Municipal Corporation.

Separate solid waste collection tank will be provided at the site.

Quantity of Solid Waste during Construction phase including construction debris & Domestic

Waste: 70 kg/day. The Construction debris will be sold to the appropriate vendors.

The quantity of total excavated earth material will be approximately 15000 cu.m which will be

used for refilling the low lying area.

1.11 Rainwater Harvesting & Storm Water Drain

The storm water drains are designed to cater for the discharge of 15 mm/hr intensity. Storm water drains are provided along the roadsides shown in Annexure – 1. Recharge Pits with bore hole will be provided in the landscaping area for Ground water recharge purpose. Recharge pit consists of a rectangular basin of 2.0mx1.0mx1.0m will be provided as per the standard practice. Rainwater collected from the entire site area per hour is 123 cum/hr Rain water Harvesting Calculations

Surface contact area Diameter of bore hole = 150 mm Length of Bore hole = 3000 mm Surface area of each bore hole = 1.413 Sq.m

Sl. No.

Description Area in Sq.m Rainfall in

mm/hr Surface

coefficient Total Runoff

Cum/hr 1. Landscaping Area 1598 15 0.5 11.98 2. Roof Top for all the blocks 5945.74 15 0.85 75.8 3. Roads and pathways 2754.81 15 0.85 35.12

Total 122.9 say 123

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Percolation Rate "According to IS-2470 (part 2) 1985, allowable rates of percolation in soil absorption systems" is given by

Q = 204/(T)^0.5 where Q = allowable rate of effluent application in l/min/sq.m T = Standard percolation rate in minutes The assumed standard percolation rate is 40 min Therefore rate of soil absorption is

Q = 32.2 liters/min/sq.m = 1.93 cum/hr/sq.m

Amount of water recharge in one bore hole = 2.728 cum/hr No. of Recharge pits required to recharge 100% of runoff = 45 nos. Recharging structure provided at site = 50 nos.

1.12 Power Details

Power will be availed from TamilNadu Electricity Board. Total Electric load for the proposed project is

2000 KVA. 1 X 320 KVA and 2 X 250 KVA DG Sets will be used as backup power. The power load

calculation and DG set details are given in the Table 1.10.

Table 1.10 - DG Set Details

POWER LOAD AND DG SET DETAILS

Description Qty Total kw Total

Transformer load

Generator Load Generator total Load in KVA

FLATs 286 3098 1493 310 405

Common Area 19 198 115 198 248

Commercial block 7 51.00 24.84 51.00 63.75 Common Area Load for All Blocks 188 77.20 54.04 77.20 96.50

TOTAL IN KW 1686 636.00

813

TOTAL IN KVA 2108 820 KVA

Required Capacity Around 2000 KVA

Required Capacity of Transformer 4 X 500 KVA

4 Nos of Transformer at 500 KVA Size : L 1950 mm, W 1750mm, H 1600mm

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1.13 Parking area details

The parking space criteria and area requirement are summarized in the Table 1.11 below. Parking

details are designed as per MoEF guidelines. Layout plan showing parking details is given in Annexure

– 4.

Table 1.11 Parking Details Floor wise Particulars

Nos. of Car Parking Nos. of Two wheeler Parking

Silt floor of all Blocks (A- D)

Required Provided Required Provided 47 103 45 119

Required Capacity of DG

1 No of DG at 320 KVA Size : L 5100 mm , W 2000 mm , H 2400 mm

2 Nos of DG at 250 KVA Size : L 4340 mm , W 1740 mm , H 1975 mm

DG Set Capacity 1875 KVA x 2 Nos Type of Fuel HSD

Material of the stack Mild Steel

Diameter of the stack 8’’

Height of the stack 1.5 m from top of the building

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2 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SCENARIO

2.1. INTRODUCTION

Baseline study is conducted in order to identify any potential impact and changes to the natural and

socioeconomic environments and to have a thorough understanding of the nature of those existing

environments prior to commencement of the proposed activities. This translates as a need to

characterize the existing baseline environmental and socio-economic conditions including establishing

the prevailing conditions for a range of media through primary monitoring, undertaking focused surveys,

and the collection of secondary information from various published sources.

The baseline environmental quality data collected during the study period within a radius of 5.0

km of the project site for the study. The studies and data collection have been carried out systematically

and meticulously as per relevant IS codes, CPCB & MOEF guidelines and the data collected for these

parameters are given in this report. View of the project site is shown in below image.

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2.2 EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY:

2.2.1 AMBIENT AIR QUALITY (AAQ):

To assess the ambient air quality status, monitoring stations were identified on the basis of

meteorology in the upwind and downwind direction as well as to represent the cross sectional scenario of

the project site. Based on the activities, the parameters chosen for assessment of air quality are Particulate

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

Carbon monoxide ( CO)

Calibrated Respirable Dust sampler (with an average flow of 1.2 - 1.4 m3/min.) were used for

monitoring of SPM, PM10 and a tapping provided in the hopper of the same sampler was utilised for

sampling of SO2, NOx, with proper flow controller.

PM10

Calibrated Respirable Dust Sampler with Whatman’s GF/A micro fibre filter paper was used for

the determination of PM10, is a measure of particulate matter having size <10microns.The dust

particles having size >10 microns is being collected in the cyclone and measured.

PM2.5

Calibrated APM 550 Fine Particle Sampler with Whatman’s standard PTFE 47 mm diameter

filter media was used for the determination of Fine Particles (PM2.5). PM2.5 is a measure of particulate

matter having size <2.5 microns. APM 550 Fine Particle Sampler is based on impactor designs

standardized by USEPA for ambient air quality monitoring.

SO2 (Modified West & Geake Spectrophotometer method)

Ambient air is bubbled at the rate of 1.0 l/min in an Impinger containing a scrubbing solution of

Sodium-Tetra Chloro Mercurate. The resultant complex is reacted with P-Rosaniline and Formaldehyde

to form coloured Para-Rosaniline methyl sulphuric acid. The absorbance of the solution is measured in

a Spectrophotometer at a wavelength of 560nm. The SO2 is then calculated from standard graph.

NO2 (Jacob & Hocheiser modified method)

Ambient air is bubbled at the rate of 1.0 l/min in an Impinger containing a solution of Sodium

Hydroxide and Sodium Arsenate. The resultant Nitrite Ion is reacted with Phosphoric acid,

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Sulphanilamide and N-ethylene di-amine di-hydro chloride to form a coloured complex. The absorbance

is measured in a Spectrophotometer at a wavelength of 540 nm. The concentration of NO2 is then

calculated by using standard graph.

CO

The Carbon Monoxide samples were collected and analysed as per Non Dispersive Infra Red (

NDIR) spectroscopy

Three air sampling locations, one in the proposed project site and other two locations are in up

wind and down wind direction respectively.The details of the locations are given below

1. Proposed project site

2. Mother land sc hool,Telengupalayam ( downwind)

3. Vedapatti village ( upwind )

DATA ANALYSIS:

PM10 and PM2.5 values are ranging from 30 g/m3 to 52 g/m3 and 12 g/m3 to 22 g/m3

respectively. SO2 and NOx values are varying between 4.2 to 6.2 g/m3 and 6.2 to 14.2 g/m3

respectively. The CO values are found to be BDL ( > 114.5g/m3 ) at all locations. All the values are

found to be well within the NAAQ Standards 2009 prescribed by CPCB. The analysis report is given

in Annexure – 13.

2.2.2 WATER ENVIRONMENT:

Water samples were collected and analyzed as per procedures outlined in IS-2488/ IS-3025 /

AWWA / APHA. Sterilized bottles were used for collection of water sample for bacteriological analysis,

stored in icebox and transported to the laboratory for the analysis. Parameters like pH, Temperature,

Dissolved Oxygen, Residual Chlorine, Conductivity, Free Ammonia, Total Hardness, Calcium Hardness

and Magnesium Hardness were analyzed in the field while collecting the samples. MPN index of

Coliforms are determined in the laboratory as per standard methods.

The analyses were carried out as per the BIS & APHA standard methods

To assess the water quality, five locations are identified and samples were collected and analyzed

for physico-chemical,heavy metal parameters and bacterial examination. Four ground water and one

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surface water samples were collected in and around the project site. The details of project locations are

given as follows

1. Bore well, Project site

2. Bore well, Motherland school, Telungu palayam

3. Siruvani Water supply ( drinking water source)

4. Bore well, Priyanagar village

5. Kumaraswamy tank ( surface water)

Data presentation & analysis

Ground Water quality status

Source pH Turbidity

(NTU)

TDS (mg/l)

Total Hardness

(mg/l)

Iron (mg/l)

Chloride (mg/l)

Sulphate (mg/l)

Fluoride (mg/l)

Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max

Drinking / Ground Water

6.08 8.05 0.3-4 38 2208 20 1110

<0.01-0.05

12.5 639 2.1 162 0.27-0.65

IS 10500 Norms

Desirable/ Permissible

6.5-8.5 10 500-2000 300-600 0.3-1.0 250-1000 200-1000 1.0

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Surface water quality status

Source pH

Colour

(Hazen Units )

TDS (mg/l)

Iron (mg/l)

Chloride (mg/l)

Sulphate (mg/l)

Fluoride (mg/l)

River 7.10 54 916 0.12 210 45 0.85

IS:2296-1982

6.5-8.5 300 1500 50 600 400 1.5

At all locations, Oil and grease, Phenolic compounds, cyanides, sulphides and insecticides are

found to be absent and all heavy metal values except Iron and Zinc are found to be below the detectable

limit.

The TDS and Total Hardness in some locations are found to be exceeding the permissible limit as

per IS 10500. However these water are not used for drinking purpose as the Siruvani water supply by

municipal corporation is well established in this area. The quality of this water was found to be well within

the limit. In general, the water quality at all five locations are found to be well within the prescribed norms of

IS: 10500 - 1991 (permissible limit) and IS: 2296 – 1982. The analysis report is given in Annexure –

13.

2.2.3 NOISE ENVIRONMENT

Ambient noise level measurements in four co-ordinal directions were carried out using CYGNET

sound level meter, with windscreen during daytime as well as night time. Noise measurements were made

at 1.5 m above ground and about 3m away from walls, buildings or other sound reflecting sources. The

readings were taken from morning 6.0 AM to 10 PM at 4 hours a regular interval which gives day time

Noise level. The average Leq values during Day time are reported. Similarly Night time noise level were

taken from 10 PM to 6 AM at four hours interval. Ambient noise levels are compared with CPCB

Norms.

To know the background ambient noise level 5 locations were identified for baseline study.

Mean Leq noise levels at day time and night time are ranging from 47.8 –54.2 dB(A) and 36.5 –

42.1 dB(A) respectively. While comparing with IS: 4954 -1986 norms for acceptable outdoor noise

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levels all values are found to be well within the prescribed limits. While comparing with IS: 4954 -1986

norms for acceptable outdoor noise levels the Leq values are found to be within the limits. The analysis

report is given in Annexure –13.

2.2.4 Soil Environment

Soil characteristics, erosion aspects, soil fertility etc., have direct bearing on the environment. Knowledge of

soil parameters is essential for the planning and implementation of green belt. By keeping the above

aspects in view, the project site is selected for soil quality. The soil quality in the project area appears to

be good and would support vegetation after suitable reclamation measures. The analysis report is

given in Annexure – 13.

2.2.5 BIOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Flora:

The ecological scenario in and around the site is indicative of dry to semi dry ecological

conditions. The floral studies in and around the study area was conducted to know the frequency of

projects, abundance, any endemic, endangered projects around the site. To know about the vegetation

types study was carried out covering 10 Km radius around the project site. No endangered species of

flora were found in the study area.

A list of the typical flora of the study area is given below.

List of Flora in the Study Area

S. No. Scientific Name Common Name Habit

1 Acacia Arabica Babul Tree

2 Albizia lebbek Siris Tree

3 Azrdirachta Indica

Neem Tree

4 Bambusa aryndinacea Bamboo Shrub

5 Borassus flabellifer Palmyra Tree

6 Ficus religiosa Peepal Tree

7 Lannea coromandalica Jhingan Tree

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S. No. Scientific Name Common Name Habit

8 Morinda tinctoria Manjanati Shrub

9 Moringa sp Drum stick Tree

10 Pongamia pinnata Karanj Tree

11 Prosopis juliflora Mesquit Tree

12 Tamarindus indicus Tamarind Tree

13 Vitex negundo Sephali Shrub

14 Zizyphus jujupa Ber Shrub

Fauna:

There is no Wild Life Sanctuary or National Park or Biosphere within the study area of 5 km.

Also, there is no migratory path of avian fauna exist in the study area. There are no Reserve forests or

protected forests within the study area. As such there are no wild animals/mamals in the study area.

2.2.6 SOCIO ECONOMIC SCENARIO:

Coimbatore is a Municipal Corporation city in district of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The

Coimbatore city is divided into 72 wards for which elections are held every 5 years. The Coimbatore

Municipal Corporation has population of 1,050,721 of which 526,163 are males while 524,558 are

females as per report released by Census India 2011.

Population of Children with age of 0-6 is 102069 which is 9.71 % of total population of

Coimbatore (M Corp). In Coimbatore Municipal Corporation, Female Sex Ratio is of 997 against state

average of 996. Moreover Child Sex Ratio in Coimbatore is around 953 compared to Tamil Nadu state

average of 943. Literacy rate of Coimbatore city is 91.30 % higher than state average of 80.09 %. In

Coimbatore, Male literacy is around 94.46 % while female literacy rate is 88.15 %.

Coimbatore Municipal Corporation has total administration over 282,839 houses to which it

supplies basic amenities like water and sewerage. It is also authorize to build roads within Municipal

Corporation limits and impose taxes on properties coming under its jurisdiction.

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Caste Factor

Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 10.27 % while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 0.07 % of total

population in Coimbatore (M Corp).

Work Profile

Out of total population, 425,115 were engaged in work or business activity. Of this 320,910

were males while 104,205 were females. In census survey, worker is defined as person who does

business, job, service, and cultivator and labour activity. Of total 425115 working population, 94.57 %

were engaged in Main Work while 5.43 % of total workers were engaged in Marginal Work.

* * * * * * * *

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3 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

3.1. Environmental Management Plan

A detailed environmental management plan to be followed during the construction and operation phase

is presented in Table 3.1 and 3.2.

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Table 3.1 Environmental Management Plan – Construction Phase

S. No Environmental Impacts Mitigation Measures

(i) Air pollution due to emissions from construction machinery and movement of vehicles.

a) Vehicles transporting construction materials prone to fugitive dust emissions should be covered.

b) Trucks carrying sand should be provided with tarpaulin sheets to cover the bed and sides of the trucks.

c) Idling of delivery trucks or other equipment should not be permitted during loading and unloading.

d) All construction vehicles should comply with air emission standards and be maintained properly.

e) Development of alternative access routes to the site by passing the residential areas to avoid air pollution

(ii) Air pollution, noise and safety hazard due to movement of construction vehicles through internal roads of residential areas.

a) Identification of alternate access roads to the site to facilitate one-way movement of traffic or reduction of traffic density on any particular road

b) Improvement of road surface to standards adequate to withstand movement of heavy construction vehicles

c) Installing appropriate signage and deploying flagmen during peak traffic period to regulate the movement of traffic

(iii) Noise pollution due to operation of construction machinery at the site.

a) Construction contracts should specify that the construction equipment should meet the noise and air emission levels as per EPA Rules, 1986.

b) Generator sets should be provided with noise shields around them. c) Vehicles used for transportation of construction material should be well

maintained. d) The workers operating high noise machinery or operating near it should

be provided with ear plugs e) The high noise generating stationary machinery should be located at the

southern or central portion of the site

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(iv) Impact on community water resources (quality). a) All waste water discharges from construction site will be received in septic tanks, adequate capacity and soak pits.

b) Oil handling and storage area will be surfaced and provided with catch pit to intercept any accidental spillages.

(v) Sanitation and healthcare at workers camp a) The contractor shall install adequate lavatories and baths at the construction camp to cater to the requirements of the workers.

b) The construction camp should be located on the south-west corner of the site

c) The contractor shall build septic tanks with adequate capacity at the workers colony and at construction yard.

d) All organic waste guaranteed at construction yard and worker camp should be composted in compost trench.

e) Quarterly health check-ups of construction workers should be organized at workers colony.

f) Adequate provision of water supply and fuel for cooking should be made at workers colony.

(vi) Improvement of Access Roads to the site a) Improvement and widening of the existing access roads. b) Establishing road connection c) Relocation of the encroachments in temporary shelters if the approach

road along the boundary of the project site connecting the road is used for transportation of construction materials to the site.

d) Establishment of additional connecting roads to the project site to provide multiple accesses points.

(vii) Improvement of amenities at the host community a) Construction of public toilets. b) Provision of community waste bins and implementation of proposed solid

waste management systems at the host community. c) Provision of safe potable water supply to the host community through

public fountains. d) Sizing of community/common facilities in the resettlement colony to meet

the requirement of the host community.

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(viii) Impact on Micro Climate a) On-site planting of shading trees b) Planting of numbers of trees, of species like Poongamia Glabra, Acacia

arabica, Azadirachta indica, Thespesia populnea, Enterolobium Saman etc., along the avenues and on the designated open spaces to ensure the improvement of micro-climatic condition of the project site.

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Table 3.2 - Environmental Management Plan - Operation Phase

S.No Environmental Impact Mitigation Measures i Increase in ambient air level and

noise level due to operation of D.G. sets

a) Low sulphur diesel will be used for the generators. b) Acoustic enclosures will be provided for D.G. sets. c) Adequate stack height will be provided for the generators for dispersion of pollutants. d) Ear muffs / plugs will be provided to the personnel in the close vicinity of noise

sources. e) Green belt will be developed which acts as both noise and pollutants absorber.

ii Increase in ambient air level and noise level due to vehicular movement inside the residential development.

a) Restricting the speed of the vehicles inside the campus. b) Internal roads will be maintained properly for free movement of vehicles. c) Roadside tree plantation to be restored and maintained. d) Besides additional planting of trees will be done wherever feasible. e) Proper maintenance of vehicles will reduce the impacts.

iii Affect land and ground water if sewage generated is not properly disposed.

Sewage from the various buildings will be conveyed to the proposed sewage treatment plant. The sewage treatment plant comprises of the aerobic treatment system and filters for effective treatment. The part of the treated water from sewage treatment plant will be reused for green belt development and for toilet flushing and part will be disposed through Coimbatore municipal sewer line.

iv Affect land and ground water if solid waste is not properly disposed.

a) Proper segregation and collection of wastes will be practiced. b) Collection of wastes from apartment and dry leaves which are biodegradable in

nature will be segregated and properly disposed to Corporation. c) The non biodegradable solid wastes are sold to vendors and while transporting the

waste the vehicles are covered properly to avoid spillages. v To avoid depletion of water

resources a) Rain water harvesting structures will be constructed to recharge the ground water. b) Percolation pits will be made at suitable points to collect the runoff generated from the

paved areas and rainwater from the roof top will be taken to Recharge Trench constructed near all the buildings.

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Water Conservation Measures

a) Selection & use of native species of vegetation to reduce landscape water requirement.

b) Minimizing the paved surfaces to minimize the storm water runoff volume thereby increases the aquifer recharge.

c) An effective storm water management plan will be implemented. Storm water drains will be constructed to collect the runoff from the paved areas.

d) Since the water consumption is more for flushing applications, treated sewage will be used. Dual plumbing system will be adopted for using treated sewage for flushing purposes.

e) Water efficient fixtures and devices can be used.

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3.2. Energy Conservation Measures

Building Envelope Design is designed in an energy efficient way using Aerocon blocks in the façade which is exposed to sun

High Performance glazing shall be provided

Balcony areas shall be projected which acts as a permanent shading device for the spaces

Use of virgin wood and other building materials with high embodied energy shall be minimized

Building materials with high recycle content shall be used

The building materials shall be made available regionally within 250 miles radius from the project site

Various measures such as protection of soil for reuse for landscaping, barricading to prevent dust, soil and debris movement beyond site to neighbouring areas during site planning shall be done

Rain water harvesting to minimize storm water runoff from site

Selection of low flow toilet fixtures tom reduce water consumption

Selection of native and adaptive landscaping species

Water Heater to be provided

Electrical appliances with energy star rating shall be installed

Refrigerants used in AHU & HVAC equipments shall be CFC free

Energy efficient luminaries with three star rating with BEE label shall be installed

Recycling and reuse of construction debris to minimize virgin materials

Use of low VOC materials such as paints, adhesives etc…

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3.3. Environmental Monitoring Plan

It is proposed to monitor essential parameters for ambient air quality, ambient noise quality, ground

water quality, and waste water quality both during the construction and operation phases of the project.

The frequency of monitoring and method of monitoring will be conducted as per norms of CPCB.

However the monitoring schedule is given in Table 3.3.

Table 3.3 Environmental Monitoring Schedule

S. No Particulars Monitoring Frequency

Duration of Sampling

Important Monitoring Parameters

1 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Project site Once in 3 Months 24 hr continuously

except CO PM10, PM2.5,SO2, NOx

& CO

2 Stack Monitoring DG Set – Stack Once in 3 Months 30 min SO2, NOx, PM, CO,

Temperature, Flow rate & Velocity of the gas

3 Ambient Noise Level Near DG set Once in 3 Months 8 hr continuous

with 1 hr interval Noise level in dB(A)

4 Ground/Drinking Water Quality Monitoring

Ground Water – at project site

Once in 3 Months Grab Sampling Parameters specified under IS:10500, 1993

STP Once in 15 days Grab Sampling

As per TNPCB requirements.

5 Soil Quality At the green belt

area Once in a year Samples were

collected from three different

depths viz., 30cm, 60cm, and 100cm below the surface

Parameter for soil quality: pH, texture, electrical conductivity, organic

matter, nitrogen, phosphate, sodium,

calcium, potassium and Magnesium.

3.4. EMP Budget Provisions

The implementation of the pollution control and environmental monitoring and management

programmes is the basis of mitigation of impacts. The environmental expenditures show commitment of

the management on environmental front. The details of the expenditure on environmental measures are

given in Table 3.4.

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Table 3.4 Environmental Management Plan – Budget

S.No EMP Component Capital Cost including

construction phase

(Lakhs)

Operational Cost (Lakhs) / yr

1 Monitoring of Environmental components - 10.0

2 Water Conservation Measures & Sewage Water Treatment Plant

40.0 6.0

3 Energy Conservation Measures (Solar equipments)

5.0 1.0

4 Green Belt Development 5.0 1.0

5 Corporate Social Responsibility 5.0 -

6 Total 55.0 18.0

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