CRR IV FEIR ~ 26042010 [FINAL].pdf - Environmental Projects

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EIA FOR THE PROPOSED LANGEZANDT QUAYS DEVELOPMENT IN STRUISBAAI HARBOUR: CRR 7.1.16 7.1.17 7.1.18 7.1.19 7.1.20 7.1.21 7.1.22 7.1.23 7.1.24 Wentzel van Renen (134) A. J. Vlok (139) John W. Newman (146) Justine Sweet (97) Justine Sweet (97) Jonine Mostert (25) Jonine Mostert (25) Rene Swart (30) MP Loubser (45) Certain promises made during the previous Langezandt project that have not been kept. We will shortly provide comment regarding the issues mentioned in previous correspondence, as well our reaction to the latest presentation. I have had to rely on the sea from a very young age. We act for the South Cape Environment Protection Society [which is an I&AP in its own right as registered in the covering letter to this objection and as represented by DLA Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc, which has always represented various I&APs in this matter and has been registered as an I&AP], which is a duly constituted voluntary association independent of its members, which represents various surrounding landowners within Struisbaai and other interested and affected parties as listed in annex A in their personal capacities (collectively, "our clients"). Kindly confirm receipt of the attached comments together with the annex thereto. Thank you very much for sending me the communication all the way from South Africa. I appreciate it and it's quite important. I am not very familiar with all the legal terms used in the executive summary. But I did study all the possible outcomes and impact on the environment and community. I'm a resident; my property is located approximately 150 away from the harbour I am the owner of erf 572 (business property), located at the proposed parking area. The design for the parking area looks good. My erf is located on Heidelaan and is the only fenced property in the parking area Noted. Could you please expand on what promises were not kept and any suggestions regarding how any agreements should be changed to be more binding on the developer. Noted. All information can be forwarded to Simon Van Wyk. Please refer to the FEIR. Noted. The proposed development would not have any impact to the sea. Noted. Comments on the DEIR have been considered and attended to in order to provide feedback to the I&APs that DLA Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Inc represent in this matter. Please refer to the FEIR. We have sent confirmation via email, dated 18 November 2009. Your comment is appreciated. All comments are important and need to be considered as part of the EIA. Noted. Every attempt is made to describe the EIA and associated information in easy to read terms. Please refer to the FEIR. Noted. Please review the FEIR. Noted. The preferred traffic alternative 4, as amended has attempted to make provision for the most suitable traffic solution, given the challenges facing parking in this area. Opinion Opinion Opinion Opinion Opinion Statement Statement Statement Statement I:\ENV\PROJECTS\401807~Struisbaai\Public Participation\Comments & Response\EIR\CRR IV FEIR ~ 26042010 [FINAL].doc 180 of 193
EIA FOR THE PROPOSED LANGEZANDT QUAYS DEVELOPMENT IN STRUISBAAI HARBOUR: CRR 7.1.25 7.1.26 7.1.27 7.1.28 7.1.29 Meg Cowper Lewis (SEA) (48) Meg Cowper Lewis (SEA) (48) Meg Cowper Lewis (SEA) (48) Louise Louw (22) Meg Cowper Lewis (SEA) (48) There is a tendency for developers from other areas to undertake unwanted and unattractive development on small towns to make profit. Such developments are objected by the vast majority of local residents. These developments change the spirit and atmosphere of these small towns forever. Developers then frequently move on again after pocketing their millions to look for further easy pickings. Upmarket developments such as the proposed development do not work in favour of previously disadvantaged people. Those who are to gain are the developers, the consultants, the estate agents, the legal fraternity/sorority, etc., and of course those wealthy enough to afford million-rand apartments, with enough money to spend at the expensive boutiques and restaurants. A four-storey development has been compared to a six-storey, eight-storey, and even a massive fish factory. This is a way to deceive the public to choose the least hideous option, i.e. the proposed four-storey building. It is evident that the developer is not interested in improving the area for the benefit and use of the public, but is only doing this for profit. One would think that the developer would use such a sensitive site to make some profit to benefit the community and improve Struisbaai in general. Page 10 (Summary of Essential Mitigation Measures), it is stated that wealthy people are generally high consumers which results in greater volumes of waste materials, and with a far heavier carbon footprint than the underprivileged. This must surely be considered a crucial issue when our planet is faced with the anticipated horrors of climate change. Noted. Applicants response: We live and work in Struisbaai and feel equally passionate about our region and therefore do not consider ourselves separate from the community. Please refer to Section 5.2.3 and Annexure H: Economic & Social Study of the FEIR regarding opportunity for historically disadvantaged individuals. Alternatives 1 to 4 have been scoped out and have thus not been considered as viable options. Please refer to Section 2.4 and 5.2.9 of the FEIR. Noted. The proposed development would have a multitude of benefits to the public as well as external visitors to Struisbaai. Noted. The proposed development has a higher carbon footprint than the no-go option, however construction material that contains lower embodied energy has been proposed. Please refer to Section 7.2.1 of the FEIR. Statement Statement Statement Statement Statement I:\ENV\PROJECTS\401807~Struisbaai\Public Participation\Comments & Response\EIR\CRR IV FEIR ~ 26042010 [FINAL].doc 181 of 193
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