Case Decision - 197231

CaseReference

Proposed Upgrade and Expansion of the Kameelmond Wastewater Treatment Works in Upington, Northern Cape

Applicable legislation

38(3)

38(8)

Decision Date

15/10/2021

Committee

By Delegation of Authority

Decision Status

Interim Comment

Case Decision

Interim Comment
The proposed development footprint is located in an area of moderate sensitivity as per the SAHRIS PalaeoSensitivity map. The SAHRA Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites (APM) Unit requests that a desktop Palaeontological Impact Assessment be conducted by a qualified palaeontologist as part of the proposed development EA process.
The applicant is advised to extend the EA process in terms of section 19(1)b of the NEMA EIA regulations in order to comply with this comment.
Further comments will be issued upon the receipt of the outstanding report.