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EOH Coastal & Environmental Services 1 Port St Johns Infrastructure Project

APPENDIX C-1: BACKGROUND INFORMATION DOCUMENT (BID) IN XHOSA AND ENGLISH

1.1 Xhosa BID

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1.2 English BID

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APPENDIX C-2: I&APS

1.1 Register of Interested and Affected Parties as at March 2017.

Institution First Name Last Name Email Address

PSJ Tourism Forum Charlie B [email protected]

Umngeni Water N Baai [email protected]

Eastern Cape Socio-Economic Consultative Council

M Baphelele [email protected]

NPM Geomatics Charles Battle [email protected]

PSJ LM Asiphe Bubeza [email protected]

I&AP Babalwe Busuku [email protected]

Department of Human Settlements

Neville Chainee [email protected]

Amapondo Backpackers

Neil Clayton [email protected]

PSJ Tourism Forum Kathryn Costello [email protected]

Regional Department of Human Settlements

C Dlulane [email protected]

DEA- EPIP Nangamso Dyantyi [email protected]

PSJ LM (Ward 5 TL) AM Fono [email protected]

PSJ LM (Ward 9) Knowledge Mkuseli

Fono [email protected]

Saxon Park Lodge Pty Ltd

Mike Gatcke [email protected]

Provincial department of Economic dev. And Env. Affairs

Bongani Gxilishe [email protected]

Prov. Dept of Social Development

N Hackula [email protected]

Eastern Cape Socio-Economic Consultative Council

S Hesjebal [email protected]

EOH Coastal and Environmental Services

Amber Jackson [email protected]

ECPTA (Lifeguard) Nqobile Jojo [email protected]

Eskom S Kabane [email protected]

Chaguba Community Property Association(CPA)

NK Kawu [email protected]

Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR)

Bahlekile Keikelame [email protected]

OR Tambo District municipality

S Khoza [email protected]


C Kumbula [email protected]

Delicious Monster Retreat and Restaurant

Juliet Leslie [email protected]

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DRDLR Namhla Libalele [email protected]

Provincial Department of Human Settlements

A Machimane [email protected]

Prov. Dept of Health Zukiswa Macingwane [email protected]

PSJ LM OM Madikizela [email protected]

Eskom ( Eastern Cape )

N Mafumbatha [email protected]

PSJ LM K Majali [email protected]

ECPTA Nomonde Makaula [email protected]

DWS (EC) Portia Makhanya [email protected]

Lifeguard Phiwe Maklua [email protected]

DEA (O&C) Chumani Mangcu [email protected]

Chaguba Community Property Association(CPA)Chair

Yekani Maninjwa [email protected]

PSJ LM Zebo Manugra [email protected]

Mkhambathi Nature Reserve

V Mapiya [email protected]

PSJ LM Zama Masumpa [email protected]

DEA OM Matetela [email protected]

Agri Eastern Cape S Matthews [email protected]

Eskom N Mdoda [email protected]

PSJ LM (Ward 6) Zwelivumile Mhlabeni [email protected]

Landowner (contact person)

Lubabalo Mkosana [email protected]

Amatola Water T Mokgoshu [email protected]

Silaka Nature Reserve

M Mthembu [email protected]

Eskom T Mtshaulana [email protected]

PSJ LM Thandikhaya

Mvukuzo [email protected]

Umgeni Water Sinothi Ndlovu [email protected]

DEDEAT OR Tambo Musa Ngazwa [email protected]

DEDEAT H/O Xolani Nikelo [email protected]

Greater PSJ Development Forum

Zolile Nondzanga [email protected]


MN Noqwaka [email protected]

PSJ DAFE Bonke Ntapu [email protected]


BN Ntinini [email protected]

DEDEAT Nosinodi Ntola [email protected]

PSJ LM MM N Pakade [email protected]

PRDW Sahil Patel [email protected]

DEDEAT OR Tambo Neliswa Piliso [email protected]

Surrounding Landowner

Marlene Powell [email protected]

DEDEAT Singatwa Qongqo [email protected]

PSJ LM Mayor Lindelwa Rolobile [email protected]

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ASGISAEC C Sangqu [email protected]

Scherman, Colloty and Associates

P Scherman [email protected]

Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) in Eastern Cape Claims

Gwendoline Sgwabe [email protected]

Provincial Premier's Office

M Sogoni [email protected]

Umngeni Water D Stephen [email protected]

PRDW Duncan Stuart [email protected]

Landowner Clive Robert

Teubes [email protected]

DEDEAT OR Tambo Anele Tshotsho [email protected]

Landowner Ntomboxolo Uma [email protected]

PSJ Tourism Forum Elsa van de Merwe [email protected]

PSJ LM (Ward 10) Mthuthuzeli Vena [email protected]

East-Cape-Ugie Agricultural Cooperative

R Vorster [email protected]

The lodge on the beach

Kathryn Wazbek [email protected]

PSJ Tourism forum Amanda Weerdenawg [email protected]

PSJ LM (Ward 12) Mtiki Zalisile [email protected]

DEDEAT - NKWT Sandiso Zide [email protected]

EOH Coastal and Environmental Services

Ayanda Zide [email protected]

ECPHRA Mzikayise Zote [email protected]


Bonginkosi Ntinini

PSJ LM (Ward 11) Masixlle Hobo


Ndumiso Kawu

PSJ LM (Ward 5) Tembisa Msongelwa

ASGISAEC C Sangqu [email protected]

PSJ Mayoral Committee

C Mazuza [email protected]

Cogta L Zuma [email protected]


M Matiso [email protected]


E Mzayiya [email protected]

Provincial Dept of Local Government and Traditional Affairs

N Vimba [email protected]

National Department of Human Settlements

P Mashiane [email protected]

DEDEAT - NKWT Sandiso Zide [email protected]

Eastern Cape development

Sitembele Mase [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Corporation

Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC)

T Mbangeni [email protected]

DRDLR : Land Claims Commissioner ( Provincial )

Z Memela [email protected]

PSJ LM Mayor's Office

Fundi

PSJ: Execuitive Secretary - Community Services Department

Nolonwabo Weduwedu [email protected]

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1.2 Attendance Register: Initiation Meeting held on the 31st of January 2017

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1.3 Attendance Register: Initiation Meeting held on the 1 January 2017

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APPENDIX C-3: WRITTEN LETTERS Notification letters were sent either by registered mail or e-mail.

1.1 Letters of Notification

19 January 2016 To: Tembisa Msongelwa NOTIFICATION: NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED “PORT ST JOHNS BEACH INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT” AT SECOND BEACH, PORT ST JOHNS LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA EOH CES, as the Environmental Assessment Practitioner for this project, is required to notify all potential Interested or Affected Parties (I&APs) about this project and the EIA process to be undertaken. This notification is in accordance with the requirements of section 41(b) of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (4 December 2014) made in terms of section 24 of the National Environmental Management Act (Act No 107 of 1998) as amended. This letter of notification is to inform you of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process being carried out by EOH Coastal and Environmental Services in respect of the above-mentioned project. The Port St Johns beach infrastructure project: The Department of Environmental Affairs is assisting the Port St Johns Local Municipality with the Port St Johns beach infrastructure project, situated at Port St Johns Second Beach, within the OR Tambo Municipal District in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. The project consists of a tidal pool, and the upgrading or construction of ablution facilities, parking areas, a market area and lifeguard facilities at Port St Johns Second Beach. The primary goal of this development is to provide safe swimming facilities (offering protection from shark attacks and to reduce drownings), recreational amenities and a platform for social upliftment through tourism. The proposed project triggers listed activities contained in Government Notice R.983, R.984 and R.985 of the EIA Regulations and therefore requires a full Scoping and EIA process. The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) is the decision-making authority. EOH Coastal & Environmental Services have been appointed to undertake the EIA. Way forward: This formal notice of intent to undertake the EIA is being sent to all Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs), relevant Organs of State, key stakeholders, landowners and surrounding landowners. All I&APs will be provided with a Background Information Document, and will be given the opportunity to review and provide comment on the Draft Scoping Report and the Draft Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR). For more information, please feel free to contact me at the EOH CES Grahamstown office numbers shown below. Yours sincerely,

Ayanda Zide Environmental Consultant

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1.2 Proof of Mail Sent via Registered Mail

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1.3 Written notice sent via e-mail

19 January 2017

To: << Test First Name >><< Test Last Name >>

NOTIFICATION: NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR

THE PROPOSED “PORT ST JOHNS BEACH INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT” AT

SECOND BEACH, PORT ST JOHNS LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, EASTERN CAPE

PROVINCE, SOUTH AFRICA

EOH CES, as the Environmental Assessment Practitioner for this project, is required to

notify all potential Interested or Affected Parties (I&APs) about this project and the EIA

process to be undertaken. This notification is in accordance with the requirements of

section 41(b) of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (4 December 2014)

made in terms of section 24 of the National Environmental Management Act (Act No

107 of 1998) as amended. This letter of notification is to inform you of an

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process being carried out by EOH Coastal

and Environmental Services in respect of the above-mentioned project.

The Port St Johns beach infrastructure project: The Department of Environmental

Affairs is assisting the Port St Johns Local Municipality with the Port St Johns beach

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infrastructure project, situated at Port St Johns Second Beach, within the OR Tambo

Municipal District in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa. The project consists of a

tidal pool, and the upgrading or construction of ablution facilities, parking areas, a

market area and lifeguard facilities at Port St Johns Second Beach. The primary goal

of this development is to provide safe swimming facilities (offering protection from

shark attacks and to reduce drownings), recreational amenities and a platform for

social upliftment through tourism.

The proposed project triggers listed activities contained in Government Notice R.983,

R.984 and R.985 of the EIA Regulations and therefore requires a full Scoping and EIA

process. The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental

Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) is the decision-making authority. EOH Coastal &

Environmental Services have been appointed to undertake the EIA.

Way forward: This formal notice of intent to undertake the EIA is being sent to all

Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs), relevant Organs of State, key stakeholders,

landowners and surrounding landowners.

For more information please refer to the Background Information Document here

in English or in isiXhosa and you will be given the opportunity to review and provide

comment on the Draft Scoping Report and the Draft Environmental Impact

Assessment Report (EIAR).

For more information, please feel free to contact me at the EOH CES Grahamstown

office numbers shown below.

Yours sincerely,

Ayanda Zide

Environmental Consultant

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1.4 Proof of e-mails sent

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APPENDIX C-4: ADVERTISEMENT

1.1 Project initiation Advert An advertisement notifying I&APs of the initiation of the project was placed in “Daily Dispatch” newspaper 16 January 2017.

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APPENDIX C-5: SITE NOTICES AND POSTERS A site notice and two posters were placed at the entrance to Second beach, the PSJ Municipal offices and the PSJ Public library respectively (See Plate 1.1 -1.3).

Plate 1.1: Proof of site notice placement at the entrance to Second beach.

Plate 1.2: Proof of placement of poster at the PSJ Municipal offices.

Plate 1.3: Proof of placement of poster at the PSJ Public library

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APPENDIX C-6: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION CONDUCTED DURING THE REVIEW OF THE DRAFT SCOPING REPORT

1.1 Notifying Interested and Affected Parties of the Draft Basic Assessment for Public Review

I&APs were notified of the availability of the Draft Scoping Report by means of an advert in The Daily Despatch. The Draft Scoping Report was then made available for public review at the following locations:

Port St Johns Public Library

EOH CES website (www.cesnet.co.za)

1.2 Advertisement An advertisement was placed in The Daily Despatch on 14 February 2017 to announce the release of the Draft Scoping Report for public review and to notify the public of the open day and public meeting. A copy of this advertisement is included below:

1.3 Public Meetings A public meeting was held on the 22 February 2017 at the Novangeli Town Hall in Port St Johns. The relevant details associated with the above meeting (i.e. venue, time, date) was advertised in The Daily Despatch newspaper on 14 February 2017 (refer to section above).The attendance register of the public meeting as well as photographs taken during the public meeting is included in the section below.

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APPENDIX C-7: COMMENTS AND RESPONSE TRAIL

Raised by Event & Date/

Method of submission

Issue/Concern/Comment Response/Action

Mr. N Noqwaka 17.01.2017 Fax

It looks like this is a good project. I suggest that a public meeting be held to inform the people and community organisations about the project. The aim of the meeting will be to give more description on the project especially the layout map.

Public meetings will be held as part of the EIA process. The first meeting will be on the 31st January 2017 at Port St Johns Town Hall at 14:00.

Ms Xinwa 31.01.2017 (Public Meeting)

Will there be opportunities for local contractors in the project? The problem is that most of these contractors come with their own people and there are no opportunities for local contractors.

This will be discussed with the applicant and the contractor. Once the EIA is approved a tender process will be done for construction and these will be dealt with at that stage. We are sure that the municipality will like local contractors to get opportunities.

Mr Mvukuzo 31.01.2017 (Public Meeting)

We know that these EIA have a tendency of delaying projects, we hope that this will be not be the case with this one. This is project is very important for tourism and economic upliftment in the Port St Johns Municipality.

At this stage no fatal flaws have been identified for the project. But note that we are currently in the Scoping Phase, which is the first part of the EIA process. During the EIA phase (the second part of the process) we will undertake specialist studies. Which may identify sensitive environments that should not be disturbed.

Mr Mpenisi 31.01.2017 (Public Meeting)

When will the project start? We all want a safe swimming area as the sharks are really problem here.

The EIA is due to be complete by the end of 2017. If there are no serious environmental issues, and the project is approved, then construction will begin in 2018.

Mr Mpenisi 31.01.2017 (Public Meeting)

Is the road going to be upgraded as it is currently small?

It is not intended that the road to Second Beach will be upgraded.

Cllr Mazuza 31.01.2017 (Public Meeting)

I propose that another meeting be organized where we will more stakeholders as this is an important project for Port St Johns.

A meeting will be held on the 22nd of February to present the Draft Scoping Report.

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Mr Matshaya 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Looking at the tidal pool concerned how many people can the tidal pool cater for, depth and who would use it (e.g. will there be access for children and disabled?).

It is estimated that the tidal pool will be able to cater for approximately 1000 people at a time. The pool will have access for the disabled. The pool depth varies from 0 to 1.6m therefore both children and fully grown adults may enjoy the pool.

Mr Matshaya 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Could increase traffic and can it cater for large numbers. How will that be catered for?

The number of parking bays at Second Beach will be increased. A Traffic Impact Study will be undertaken during the EIA phase to calculate the number of vehicle trips that will generated by the Construction and Operation phases.

Mr Yekani 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Support project. Concerned that if small impacts on animals take place (e.g. Transkei frog) then project will not proceed. Will this block the project?

At this stage there are no sensitive species that have been identified on site. If there are protected or sensitive species on site, then the layout of the proposed infrastructure will need to be amended to ensure that these species’ habitats are not harmed. If there is no way to prevent serious harm to these species, the project may not be approved.

Njiva 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Supports life guard area, but concerned tidal pool might make currents worse. The tidal pool can cause rip currents. It will also not accommodate all people so the beach will still be unsafe for some bathers. Shark nets are possibly better but recognises the high energy of waves could damage nets. Hydro-energy could be installed to reduce wave energy power and reduce damage to nets.

The issue of shark nets is being considered by the minister who will respond once the decision is taken. The coastal processes assessment is investigating the effect of the tidal pool on existing currents.

Councillor Mhlabeni

22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Supports the project and tidal pool. Believes Shark nets would have been a better option in reducing shark attacks and resultant decline in tourism

The issue of shark nets is being considered by the minister who will respond once the decision is taken.

Mr Mzoxolo 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

The tidal pool looks quite small what will happen to those who cannot fit in the pool?

The tidal pool can accommodate about 1000 people at one time. Looking at the visitor trends there are only a few days where the tidal pool cannot accommodate the number of people at the beach.

Mr Mzoxolo 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

I would prefer shark nets. I know it was said that due to the strong waves in this area they are impractical but if a hydro power installation can be developed maybe the wave strength can be decreased and shark nets will become practical.

The minister is still considering the issue of shark nets and will come to PSJ and hold public meetings to inform people about the decision on shark nets.

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Mr Sabelo 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

The tidal pool might affect ocean processes and this can give life guards a problem.

The life guards on duty at the beach will need to be adequately trained and know the ocean currents well. The coastal processes assessment is investigating the effect of the tidal pool on existing currents.

Mr Sabelo 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

What materials will be used during construction of the tidal pool?

The tidal pool wall will be made of concrete. It will be founded on steel sheet piles. A rock scour protection barrier will be placed on the seaward side of the pool wall.

Ms Castello 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

How are the natural rocks going to be incorporated or submerged into the tidal pool as they are higher than the ocean?

The deepest water level inside the pool will be 1.6m MSL. This is approximately 1m higher than the top of the natural rocks. Currently it is planned to cover the rocks with stairs to gain access to the pool. Alternatively the rocks would always be submerged by the new perched pool water level.


Looking at the pictures of the tidal pool, what are the poles or columns shown going to be used for?

They are safety measures to stop people from being washed out into the ocean and to stop people walking along the walls.

Ms Mbele 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Where will the funding for the project come from?

At this stage no funding has been allocated for the project but the minister of the Department of Environmental Affairs has earmarked this project.

Ms Mbele 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

How much is estimated to be spent on the project?

We are not exactly sure at this stage as layouts are still being finalised.

Cllr Ntlava 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

How many jobs are to be created in the project?

It is estimated that approximately 100 people will be employed during construction.


Who is going to maintain the development?

Maintenance of the development will be the responsibility of the municipality. This is why the success of the proposed Waste Water Treatment (WWTW) is also important to the project as it will help with the treatment and management of sewage generated from the ablutions (toilets) in Second beach.

Mr Totwana 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Need to consider employing local skills people especially unemployed graduates. Project must assist local employment opportunities.

This will be taken into account during the preparation of tender documents for construction and contractors will be encouraged to look at local skills.

Mr Majeke 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

I propose that a meeting be held with Municipality LED Department as the land mentioned for restaurants and shops has been leased out by the municipality

This will be done while the EIA process is being undertaken.

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Mr Mankahla 22.02.2017 (Public Meeting)

Final question after councillor closed meeting: ANC youth league supports the project.

Noted

Department of Agriculture, forestry and fisheries.

Dinga M R. [email protected] Email on 14.03.2017

The Scoping report makes various references to the fact that some of the vegetation on the affected land for this proposed development belongs to certain natural forest types (Transkei Coastal Belt, Scarp Forests, and Subtropical Coastal Lagoon and Subtropical Dune thickets according to Mucina and Rutherford).

Correct. This mapping is at a course scale and will be ground trothed during the vegetation impact assessment to be conducted as part of the environmental impact assessment (EIA).

Most of the proposed beach infrastructure appears to be located within the natural forest.

The only section of natural forest proposed for development is the vegetated knoll where the restaurant is proposed and a small section for the new ablution blocks. The vegetated knoll is indigenous forest, but it is degraded and does not have any White Milkwoods (Sideroxylon inerme -protected under national forest act) this area which is rated as low to medium sensitivity from an ecological perspective it’s a very small patch under immense pressure, and has limited ecological value. Following the vegetation impact assessment to be conducted as part of the environmental impact assessment (EIA the placement of infrastructure components will be looked at more critically.

There are two Sections of the National Forests Act No 84 of 1998 that apply here.

Firstly Section 7 requires a license for the removal or damaging of trees in a natural forest.

Secondly Section 3(3) of the National Forests Act of 1998 determines that natural forests must not be destroyed save in exceptional circumstances.

At this point it is considered unlikely that any trees would require removal. Should trees in a natural forest require removal a permit will be acquired prior to this and will be recommended for inclusion in the EA.

Noted.

DAFF policy determines that exceptional circumstances can only apply to development of national or regional strategic significance (such as dams, powerline, essential higher order roads etc.). This interpretation is based on legal opinions and case law. While the upgrading of the primary road leading past

The applicant acknowledges that DAFF restricts development in Natural Forest. The proposed infrastructure components will be discussed in relation to Natural Forest:

Parking area:- The parking area already



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Second Beach would qualify as exceptional circumstances, the beach infrastructure such as parking area, commercial market area and life saver building do not. Such development cannot be placed inside natural forest. The National Forests Acts is so strict on natural forest protection, because the biome is rare and has a very high ecosystem services value.

exists (Fig. 2.2.) and will only require upgrading. There will be no development inside the natural forest for the parking area.

Commercial market:- The proposed area for the commercial market would not be classified as natural forest, this area already has buildings on it, now in a derelict state (Fig 2.2), and the crowns are not largely continuous. The existing buildings will be upgraded or replaced and any new buildings will be in areas not currently occupied by natural forest. Therefore there will be no development inside the natural forest for the commercial market area.

Life saver building:- This has been proposed for a section of the vegetated knoll. Should the vegetation impact assessment find the vegetated knoll to be Natural Forest the location of the life saver building will need to be relocated.

It is indicated in the Scoping report that the Eastern Cape Scarp forest is of very high biodiversity and is structurally diverse, multi-layered forests with well-developed canopy and understory trees layer. Therefore, placement of these various developments, including access infrastructure and services, will cause some destruction and damage to trees and undergrowth, and fragment the remaining forest patches. It is recommended that except for the upgraded road, wherever any of the proposed development intrudes into natural forest, the development has to be moved out of the natural forests, irrespective of the age or condition of the natural forests.

Noted. The applicant will reconsider the layout of infrastructure with cognizance of the DAFF Natural Forest classification in the National Forests Act No 84 of 1998 following the findings of the vegetation impact assessment.

The scoping report refers to the clearance of an area of 1 hectare or more of indigenous vegetation. The department seeks more clarity on the information regarding the type of the indigenous vegetation, whether

Noted, this will be provided in the vegetation impact assessment to be conducted as part of the environmental impact assessment (EIA). CES will provide a detailed response to DAFF

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this refers to natural forest or not. on receipt of this report.

The map in the report is so small that it is impossible to properly assess the proposed development. It is proposed that detailed mapping of the exact extent of natural forests on the property be done by a specialist or botanist experienced on natural forests. The Department also needs shapefiles and a proper map of the proposed preferred development and the layout map of the proposed alternative to allow proper assessment (preferable super-imposed on a satellite image and at a proper scale (at least 1:5000).

Noted, this will be provided in the vegetation impact assessment to be conducted as part of the environmental impact assessment (EIA). CES will provide a detailed response to DAFF on receipt of this report.

It is recommended that DAFF conduct a site visit to the area, with 3 April 2017 as the proposed date.

Noted. Should the department conduct there site visit and which to further comment on the layout of the proposed development EOH CES will be happy to accommodate further comment.

DEA Oceans and Coasts Branch

M Ramakulukusha Chief Directorate: Integrated Coastal Management (ICM) 04.04.2017

The Oceans and Coasts Branch has no objection to the proposed Port St Johns beach infrastructure development in Port St Johns by the Port St Johns Local Municipality.

Noted.

The Department has identified sections and issues that need to be considered in terms of the NEM:ICMA, 2008 (Act No.24 of 2008) (ICM Act) that are summarized below:

Noted.

The development is in the Coastal Public Property (CPP) and is consistent with the objectives of enhancing CPP for the benefit of current and future generations.

Section 13 of the ICMA will be upheld by the applicant.

However the proposed project has a potential to impact on coastal user’s access to costal public property and therefore the applicant must consider Section 13 of the ICM at all stages of the proposed project.

It is unclear how this development would impact on coastal user’s access to coastal public property since the proposed development aims to increase user’s access to coastal public property. Should the ICM feel a specific component of the proposed development infringes on Section 13, EOH CES and the applicant would welcome clarification on the matter.

The applicant must develop and implement a shark’s management plan aimed at minimizing risks of shark

Noted. This will be included in the Environmental Management Programme.

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attacks in the pool.

The design and size of the tidal pool must take into consideration the demand for the use of the beach to ensure that the pool accommodates a reasonable number of people. The size of the pool will ensure that most people use the tidal pool instead of the open ocean.

PRDW has conducted a user assessment of PSJ Second Beach over the course of the last year. The pool has been designed to accommodate the number of people at peak periods of use. E.g. public holidays and festive season.

The design of the tidal pool must not only focus on the size of the tidal pool but must also be focused on reducing risks to beach user from local coastal processes.

It is assumed the ICM is referring to coastal processes such as tides, rip currents and back wash. The construction and use of the tidal pool will allow for the direct avoidance of these processes.

The design of the tidal pool must complement local coastal processes and therefore must be designed to ensure that the ecological functionality of the affected area is maintained.

Noted. The longevity of the pool is dependent on designing the pool in harmony with the ecological functioning. A marine impact assessment will be done as part of the EIA and a coastal process study has been conducted, this includes waves, morphological (sediment) and tidal flushing studies.

The applicant is advised to consider Section 58 of the ICM Act which relates to the duty to avoid causing adverse effects on coastal environment.

Noted. A coastal management and waste management component will be included in the EMPr.

In the event where there is a need to use a vehicle in the coastal zone, the applicant must contact this Department and apply for an Off Road Vehicle (ORV) Permit.

Noted. Permits will be obtained prior to any use of vehicles in the coastal zone and will be recommended for inclusion in the EA.

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APPENDIX C-8: COMMENTS FROM STAKEHOLDERS

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