Case Decision - 373771

Interim Comment: 

The following comments are made as requirement in terms of section 24(4)b(ii) of NEMA and section 38(8) of the NHRA: 

• The SAHRA DAU has noted the submitted HIA specialist report and recommendations therein. 
• A portion of the proposed development footprint lies on high PalaeoSensitivity in terms of the PalaeoSensitivity Map. As such, a desktop Palaeontological Impact Assessment (PIA) must be undertaken by a qualified palaeontologist. (See https://www.palaeosa.org/heritage-practitioners.html for a list of qualified palaeontologists).
• The report must comply with the 2012 Minimum Standards: Palaeontological Components of Heritage Impact Assessments. The Minimum Standards refer to a Letter of Recommendation for Exemption for further studies should the specialist deem it appropriate. The SAHRA DAU reserves the right to insist on a field-based assessment should the Letter of Recommendation not provide ample information to make an informed comment
• A BAR or EIA is also required with appendices are also required for evaluation.
• Further comments will be issued upon submission of additional document(s).