AQEELA HEIGHTS

Construction & Operation of Residential Multistory Building

Proposed by M/s SAAD Construction

Presented by:
 The Project

Salient Features of the Proposed Project

AQEELA HEIGHTS
Name of Project (Construction & Operation of Multi-storey building)

Project Proponent Saad Construction

Plot No-8/2 Sub Block-C, Block-

Project Address
IV Nazimabad, Karachi.
 Categorization of Project

• The Proposed Project, involves Construction &

Operation of Multi-storey building
• Falls in category J (2) of the Schedule I (Project
Requiring IEE) as per “Review of IEE/EIA
regulations 2014” .
 Methodology for IEE Study
• Understanding of the Proposed Operation
• Review of Legislation and Guidelines
• Secondary Data Collection
• Field Data Collection
• Impact Identification and Assessment
• Recommendations to Mitigate Impacts
• Developments of Environmental Management Plan
(EMP)
• Reporting
 Project Scope
• Proposed project involve Construction &
Operation of Multi-storey.
• The scope of this assessment and report covers
all the likely impacts arising from the project
implementation, identification of impacts
which
• Require further investigations, mitigation
measures to reduce the impacts to acceptable
levels and formulation of monitoring plan.
 Project Overview
Table 2.1: Salient Features of the Proposed Project
Name of Project AQEELA HEIGHTS
Project Owner Muhammad Aslam
Project Address Plot No-8/2 Sub Block-C, Block-IV Nazimabad, Karachi.

Marina Environmental Consultant Pakistan (MECPAK) Private

Limited.
Environmental Consultant Office No. A-26, 2nd Floor, Asad & Awais Chamber, Shahrah-e-
Faisal, Near Star Gate, Opposite PIA Club, Karachi.
Phone: 021-34590068.
Email: [email protected].

Total Plot Area 1074.00. SQ. Yd.

Total Number of Floors Basement Area-1,2 (Parking Area) ,Ground Floor (Recreation
Area)+ 1st to 12th Floor (Residential Flats)

Provided Parking Basement Area-1 Basement Area-2

Basement Area-1 (18 Cars & 18 Bikes)
Basement Area-2 (20Cars & 28 Bikes)
Components of the Project Basement Area-1, Basement Area-2 (Parking Area)

Ground Floor (Recreation Area)

1st -12th floor( Residential flats )
Roof (4 Solar Panels + Battery room + 2 Machine Room+ Main
Stair Tower+ Emergency Stair Tower)
 Location of the Proposed Project
Nazimabad block IV
 Details of Utilities
 Electricity/Power Requirement
• To meet the electricity requirement facility already approached K.
Electric.

• Electricity requirements are computed to be 800 kVA during normal

operation of the building.

• Backup generators are available which will be used in case of power

failure.
 Water Supply System

• To meet the water Requirement Company already has a connection

from KWSB.
 Gas
• Natural gas for domestic use only being will be supplied by Sui
Sothern Gas Company (SSGC). 
 LEGAL FRAMEWORK
 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY& PLAN
• National Conservation Strategy (NCS).
• National Environmental Policy, 2005.
• National Sanitary Policy , September 2006.
• National Drinking Water Policy
• Biodiversity Action Plan.
 NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATION &
GUIDELINES
• Sindh Environmental Protection Act (SEPA), 2014
• SEPA (Review of IEE/EIA) Regulations 2014
• Sindh Environmental Quality Standards (SEQS)
• Pakistan Penal Code (1860)
• Antiquities Act, 1975
• Factories Act 1934
• Land Acquisition Act (LAA), 1894
• Sectoral Guidelines for Environmental Reports - Major Chemical and
Manufacturing Plants.
ENVIRONMENTAL
BASELINE
 Macro Environment
• The Macroenvironment of the proposed project “AQEELA
HEIGHTS” is located in Nazimabad Block 4 Liaquatabad town,
Karachi. This project is administered by Sindh Building Control
Authority (SBCA) under the jurisdiction of Karachi
Metropolitan Corporation (KMC).
Table 4.1: Land Mark in the Macroenvironment of the Project
S. No. Land Marks

1 Nazimabad Club

2 Sir Shah Suleman Road

3 Ghori Street
 Physical Environment
• The physical environment of the Project has been in this study with
respect the air shed, geology soil characteristics and seismicity.
• The airshed describes climatic conditions and quality of air in the
microenvironment and macro environment and characterize it in
term of level of pollution viz. unpolluted, polluted, grossly
polluted.
• The water shed describes the hydrology and quality of surface and
groundwater as well as water availability. The terrestrial
environment is described by its Geology, geomorphology, soil
characteristics in terms of stability and seismicity.
Climatic Condition
• There is minor seasonal intervention of a mild winter from mid-December to
mid-February and a long moderate to hot and humid summer extending from
April to September. In July and August due to cloud cover, the temperate is
relatively moderate but humid (~70%).
Temperature
• The air temperature in Karachi city district and its coastal areas are generally
moderate throughout the year due to presence of sea.
Precipitation
• The probability that precipitation will be observed at this location varies
throughout the year. Over the entire year, the most common forms of
precipitation are thunderstorms, drizzle, and moderate rain. Thunderstorms
are the most severe precipitation observed during 38% of those days with
precipitation.
• They are most likely around August 12, when it is observed during 12% of
all days. Drizzle is the most common precipitation observed during 34% of
those days with precipitation. It is most likely around July 30, when it is
observed during 14% of all days.
 Geology
• Karachi and adjoining areas have plains, hills, rivers, valleys and coasts as diversified physical features.
• Rocks ranging in age from Eocene to recent, deposited under shallow marine to deltaic conditions are exposed.
• Karachi is a part of major synclinorium stretching from Ranpathani River in the east to Cape Monze in the west.
Mehar and Mol mountains lie in the north. Within the synclinorium a number of structures such as Pipri,
Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Pir Mangho and Cape Monze are exposed. The presence of concealed structures under the
Malir River Valley, Gadap and Mauripur plains can fairly be deduced (GSP, 2001).
• Various rock units described above have been folded to form anti-clinal hills and synclinal valleys, with
moderate to gentle dips.

• The fold axes run approximately north-south. Structurally the area may be divided into two zones. First zone is
to the east and northeast and it is characterized by relatively more intense folding and faulting. Rocks ranging in
age from Paleocene to Oligocene are also exposed in this zone.

• The second zone is located in the centre and to the west and southwest and comprises the large area, which
opens out towards the south and largely consists of horizontal or near horizontal strata which form gentle
structural undulations in the form of synclines and anticlines with low dips of 2 to 6 degrees (rarely up to 10
degrees). These folds have a general southward plunge direction.

• These structural features clearly indicate that the structure is more suitable for the accumulation and storage of
ground water by virtue of more extensive recharge zones, locations of probable groundwater aquifers at
shallower depths and several shallow synclinal structures.
 Biological and Socio Economic Environment
• The Micro environment of the proposed project area high
rise zone with commercial and residential facilities.
Furthermore the proposed project of residential building is
similar to the existing process.
• The area is already urbanized so the impact on biological
environment is presumed to be very low.
• Hence, the impact on social environment is also not viable.
As far as economic activity is concerned the area is already
adding values to the local market as well as export market
of the Pakistan and bringing revenue for the country.
• So, biological and socio economic section is not included
in this report.
 ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT PLAN (EMP)
 NO. IMPACT AND MITIGATION MEASURES Responsibilities Monitoring TIMING
   
1 Land Use and Soils      
1.1 The construction activities will be planned to be minimized disturbance to soil Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
1.2 To the extent possible, equipment and materials would be staged in areas that have Saad Construction Monitoring During
already been disturbed compliance construction
phase
1.3 Movement of construction equipment would be restricted to work areas only to avoid Saad Construction Monitoring During
unnecessary disturbance to soil. compliance construction
phase
1.4 Routes of water tankers, dumpers trucks and other project vehicles will be monitored Saad Construction Monitoring During
for any signs of soil disturbance and road damage compliance construction
phase
1.5 Area showing signs of unsterilized soil conditions will be compacted and watered Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
1.6 The assessment of settlement within affected zone due to dewatering will be Saad Construction Monitoring During
conducted prior to dewatering compliance construction
phase
1.7 The affected zone of settlement, if identified will be monitored regularly during Saad Construction Monitoring During
dewatering activity compliance construction
phase
1.8 Proper drainage will be provided to construction camp, construction site, especially Saad Construction Monitoring During
near excavations and around proposed facility compliance construction
phase
1.9 Vehicles speed will be regulated and monitored to avoid excessive dust emissions Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
1.10 Total land uptake by the project and associated facilities will be kept to the minimum Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
1.11 Periodic training will be provided to drivers to mitigation measures related to off-road Saad Construction Check training During
travel and speed limits records construction
phase
1.12 The project will have a storm water collection system so that the storm water effluent Saad Construction Monitoring During
haws minimal sediment load compliance construction
phase
No. Impact and Mitigation Measures Responsibiliti Monitoring Timing
    es
2 Air Quality
2.1 Dust emissions
2.1.1 Water will be sprinkled daily or when there is an obvious dust Saad Monitoring During
problem on all exposed surfaces to suppress emission of dust. Construction compliance constructio
Frequency of sprinklings will be kept such that the dust remains n phase
under control, particularly when wind is blowing towards the
receptor
2.1.2 Dust emissions from soil piles and aggregate storage stockpiles will Saad Monitoring During
be reduced by appropriate measures. These may include: Construction compliance constructio
 Keeping the material moist by sprinkling of water at n phase
appropriate frequency
 Execting windshield walls on three sides of the piles such
that the wall project 0.5m above the pile, or
 Covering the pile, for example with tarpaulin or thick plastic
sheets, to prevent emission
 Locating stock piles out of the wind direction
2.1.3 All roads within the proposed project would be paved as early as   Monitoring During
possible after the commencement of construction work. Until the   compliance constructio
roads are paved, they will be sprinkled regularly to prevent dust Saad n phase
emission. Other temporary tracks within the site boundary will be Construction
compacted and sprinkled with water during the construction
works.
2.1.4 Project traffic will maintain a maximum speed limit of 20km/hr. on Saad Check During
all unpaved roads within the proposed site area. Construction speed of constructio
vehicles n phase

2.1.5 Construction materials that are susceptible to dust formation will Saad Monitoring During
be transported only in securely covered trucks to prevent dust Construction compliance constructio
emission during transportation. n phase

2.1.6 The exposure of construction workers to dust will be minimized by Saad Check for During
provision of dust masks.2 Construction dust masks constructio
n phase
 No. Impact and Mitigation Measures Responsibilities Monitoring Timing
 
2.2 Vehicle Equipment and Exhaust.
2.2.1 All vehicles, generators and other equipment used during the construction will be properly tuned Saad Construction Maintenance During
and maintained in good working condition in order to minimize emission of pollutants. records of vehicles construction phase
and Equipments

2.2.2 The stack height of the generators will be vented through vertical stacks to minimize exposure at Saad Construction Monitoring During
ground level compliance construction and
operational phase

2.3 Generator Emission      

2.3.1 The option of using natural gas as fuel in the back-up generators should be explored. Saad Construction Monitoring During design
compliance phase
2.3.2 The generator will be properly tuned and maintained in good working condition in order to Saad Construction Check During operational
minimize exhaust emissions. maintenance phase
records
2.3.3 The diesel generator should be used for a very short duration with the power switched back to the Saad Construction Monitoring During operational
main power supply as quickly as possible. compliance phase

2.3.4 NOx emissions reduction techniques should be employed on a regular basis. Saad Construction Monitoring NOx During operational
emissions phase

3 Construction Noise      
3.1 Reduce equipment noise at source4 by proper design, maintenance and repair of construction Saad Construction Check During
machinery and equipment maintenance construction phase
records
3.2 Minimize noise from vehicles and power generators by use of proper silencer and mufflers. Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction phase

3.3 Use noise-abating devices wherever needed and practicable. Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction phase

4 Water Sourcing      
4.1 A complete record of water consumption during construction and operational phase will be Saad Construction Check water During
maintained. consumption construction phase
records
4.2 If a new water well is to be installed, it will be designed to abstract water preferably from deep Saad Construction Monitoring During
aquifer not being used by local communities compliance construction phase

4.3 Water conservation program will be initiated to prevent wastage of water. Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction phase

4.4 The water supply lines will be checked and repaired for leaks in order to reduce wastage of water. Saad Construction Check During operational
maintenance phase
records
4.5 Recycle grey water for use for toilet flushing Saad Construction Monitoring During operational
compliance phase
No. Impact and Mitigation Measures Responsibilities Monitoring Timing
4.6 Ensure that water efficient sanitary fittings are used throughout the development e.g. low Saad Construction Monitoring During
flush toilets flushing compliance construction and
operational
phase
5 Soil Contamination      
5.1 Fuels, lubricants, and chemicals will be stored in covered bounded areas, underlain with Saad Construction Monitoring During
impervious lining. compliance construction
phase
5.2 Maintenance of vehicles and Equipments will only be carried out designated areas. The Saad Construction Monitoring During
area will be provided with hard surface or tarpaulin will be spread on the ground to compliance construction
prevent contamination of soil. phase
5.3 Vehicles will only be washed at designated areas. Saad Construction Vehicles During
Inspection/ construction
maintenance phase
records
5.4 Regular inspections will be carried out to detect leakage in construction vehicles and Saad Construction Check During
equipment. inspection construction
/maintenance phase
records
5.5 Appropriate arrangements, including shovels, plastic bags and absorbent materials, will Saad Construction Monitoring During
be available near fuel and oil storage areas compliance construction
phase
5.6 Contaminated soil will be removed and properly disposed after treatment such as Saad Construction Monitoring During
incineration etc. compliance construction
phase
6 Traffic      
6.1 Heavy traffic during construction phase will come to the project site during late night Saad Construction Traffic record During
hours. construction
phase
6.2 Project vehicles shall not be fitted with pressure horns Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
6.3 During construction, regulate speed of vehicles Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
6.4 Designated parking areas will be provided for different type of project vehicles within Saad Construction Monitoring During
around the project site compliance construction
phase
6.5 Manage vehicle movement to avoid traffic jam and long queues Saad Construction Monitoring During
compliance construction
phase
No. Impact and Mitigation Measures Responsibilitie Monitoring Timing
  s
6.8 Parking of vehicles alongside the road should be prohibited at all time. Saad Monitoring During
Construction compliance construction
and
operational
phase

7 Wastewater Generation
7.1 Wastewater Generation During Construction
7.1.1 Wastewater generated at the campsites will be stored temporarily in septic Saad Monitoring During
system comprising of septic tanks from where it will be routed ton a nearest Construction compliance construction
drain/sewerage system. phase

7.1.2 At the time of restoration, septic tanks will be dismantled in place and backfilled Saad Monitoring After the
with at least 1m of soil cover above the surrounding natural surface level Construction compliance completion of
construction
phase

7.2 Wastewater Generation During Operation      

7.2.1 The grey water will be recycled to be re-used again in toilets and kitchens etc. Saad Monitoring During
Construction compliance construction
phase

7.2.2 Black water will be temporary stored in septic tanks will be discharged into a Saad Monitoring During
nearby out fall sewer via trunk sewer Construction compliance construction
phase

7.2.3 Waste segregation measures would be employed to avoid wastage of water Saad Monitoring During
Construction compliance construction
phase

7.2.4 Water conservation strategies will be employed to avoid wastage of water Saad Monitoring During
Construction compliance construction
phase
 8 Solid Waste Generation and Management
8.1 Solid waste generation and Management during construction

Separate bins will be placed for different types of wastes-plastics, Saad Monitoring During
8.1.1 paper, metal, glass, wood ,and cotton Construction compliance construction
phase

Recycle material will be separate at source .The recyclable waste will be Saad Monitoring During
8.1.2 sold to waste contractors for recycling Construction compliance construction
phase

Non-hazardous non-recyclable wastes such as construction camp Saad Monitoring During

8.1.3 kitchen wastes will be disposed off in landfill site through municipal Construction compliance construction
administration or approved waste contractor. phase

8.1.4 No waste will be dumped at any location outside the proposed site Saad Monitoring  
boundary. Construction compliance

Check
All hazardous waste will be separated from other wastes. Hazardous
wastes will be stored in designated areas with restricted access and Saad hazardous During
8.1.5 proper marking. Hazardous wastes will be disposed off through Construction waste construction
disposal and phase
approved waste contractors. records
CONCLUSION
 
• The Initial Environmental Examination study was conducted to evaluate the
environmental and social impact of the proposed “AQEELA HEIGHTS” Project.

• Baseline environmental and socioeconomics information was collected from a variety of

sources, including reports of previous studies, available literature, and field surveys.

• Baseline surveys were conducted on ambient air and noise, flora and fauna, water
resources, and socioeconomic environment of the study region.
• The proposed project activities have been mitigation measures have been
recommended, wherever appropriate, to keep the identified environmental impact
within satisfactory limits.
• Construction and operation activities of the project, including the implementation of al
mitigation measures are carried out as illustrated in this report; the anticipated impact
of the project on the environment of the area will be within suitable limits.

• The IEE concludes that the proposed operation will not lead to significant adverse
environmental impacts.

• Additionally careful implementation of the EMP will ensure that environmental impacts
are managed and minimized and the project proponent meets all statutory
requirements.